McMaster Archive

September 25, 2023

A message of support for McMaster University’s Indian community 

Bonny Ibhawoh, vice-provost (International), reaffirms McMaster's unwavering commitment to fostering a safe, supportive and inclusive environment.

September 25, 2023

“Truth and Reconciliation begins with education:” A message from the President

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is an important time to reflect on the shameful and ongoing legacy of Canada’s residential school system, to honour the survivors, and to remember children who never came home.

September 22, 2023

Training future professors with teaching and leadership skills

A unique and innovative program for postdoctoral fellows equips them with the tools they will need as professors to complement their academic expertise.

September 21, 2023

Meet this year’s artists and curator in residence

The programs bring established artists to campus to engage students and the wider campus community on issues of social justice and equity through arts practice.

September 20, 2023

McMaster author Paige Maylott publishes powerful memoir

Debuting this month, My Body is Distant: A Memoir follows Maylott from childhood to present-day as she discovers her authentic self through virtual worlds.

September 18, 2023

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2023: Events and resources

A guide to events, programming and resources — on campus and in the community — that offer opportunities to learn more about effects of Canada’s residential school system.

September 15, 2023

Highlights from Student Affairs: The McMaster Student Experience

The event brought together McMaster community members to celebrate the previous year and explore some of the most pressing issues in post-secondary education.

September 15, 2023

Addressing the hippo in the room – student mental health

The Professor Hippo-on-Campus Mental Health Education Program is giving McMaster community members the tools to recognize and support students in distress

September 14, 2023

Stay safe and avoid fines up to $10,000 by not attending street parties

The City of Hamilton, Hamilton Police Service, and McMaster University are working together to discourage unsanctioned street parties.

September 14, 2023

McMaster launches new digital student experience platform, MacHub  

Students can use MacHub to contact academic advisors, navigate quick links to key university websites and find answers to frequently asked questions about academic life.  

September 13, 2023

Announcing the 2023-24 Open Educational Resources (OER) Grant recipients

Fourteen McMaster University faculty, instructional assistants and staff are receiving grants to support nine projects that will foster the creation of free online textbooks and other openly licensed digital educational materials.

September 12, 2023

McMaster students at the forefront in building a more inclusive Faculty of Science

Two new student-driven projects are aiming to create a more welcoming space that will inspire equity-deserving students to pursue science.

September 8, 2023

Ignite program helps first-year international students feel at home

The pre-orientation program supports students from all over the world, giving them an opportunity to connect, get a feel for university life, explore Hamilton and learn about the services and supports available to them.

September 8, 2023

First-day jitters and joy: Meet 5 people starting a new chapter this year

From new roles to new responsibilities, here’s how students new and old, a newly minted prof and a new staff member are tackling the challenges that lie ahead of them.

September 7, 2023

McMaster scientists and local artists team up for innovative exhibition

The Art of Creation Project exhibition, exploring the biology behind the importance of a healthy start to life, opens Sept. 14 at the Art Gallery of Hamilton.

September 7, 2023

12 resources to help students succeed at McMaster

At McMaster, there are supports in place to help students with their physical, emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing.

September 6, 2023

5 tips to support your mental health as you head back to school

Catharine Munn, Advisor to the Provost and Vice-President (Academic), Special Projects (Mental Health) shares five tips to help support your mental health.

September 5, 2023

10 Bay, McMaster’s newest residence, welcomes its first residents

Located in downtown Hamilton, the residence will add 644 housing spaces for McMaster community members

September 5, 2023

University Library launches year-long programming focused on gender and justice

In collaboration with campus and community partners, Transformative Stories: Year of Gender and Justice will run throughout the 2023-2024 academic year.

September 5, 2023

New members welcome at 2023-24 ensemble auditions

Signups for the University Choir, McMaster Symphony Orchestra, McMaster Concert Band and McMaster Percussion Ensemble are now open.