McMaster Archive

November 27, 2023

Hidden Figures workshop explores racism, whiteness and oppression in academia

Scholars from across Canada got together to discuss the experiences and findings of racialized academics, as well as paths to equity, diversity and inclusion.

November 27, 2023

From the Walrus: At McMaster University, building a better 2080 starts now

The Imagining 2080 forum invited future-thinkers from across generations and disciplines to envision possible futures for Canada.

November 23, 2023

Two exceptional students receive Governor General’s Academic Medal

Raha Hassan and Sophie Poznanski are this year's recipients of the medal, which is one of the most prestigious student awards in Canada.

November 23, 2023

McMaster named one of Hamilton-Niagara’s top employers

For the ninth year in a row, McMaster University has secured a position on Hamilton-Niagara’s Top Employers list.  

November 22, 2023

Meet McMaster’s Fall 2023 valedictorians

Mehreen Shami, Reemal Shahbaz and Liza-Anastasia DiCecco will represent their student communities at convocation ceremonies on November 23rd and 24th.

November 22, 2023

Events at McMaster: National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

On Dec. 6, the McMaster community remembers and honours the victims of the 1989 Montreal Massacre, as well as the thousands of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls.

November 22, 2023

Celebrating McMaster Continuing Education’s Class of 2023

A livestreamed virtual ceremony marked a proud occasion for nearly 800 students and lifelong learners.

November 22, 2023

Student art reflects stages and possibilities of university journeys

Fourth-year student Camryn Hardaker-Schabauer hopes their artwork that is now hanging inside the Student Success Centre inspires others on their unique university journeys.

November 22, 2023

Digital exhibit marks Margaret Lyons’ 100th birthday

'Remembering Margaret Lyons' celebrates the life and legacy of one of Canada's most influential radio executives.

November 22, 2023

Nice to MeGPT you: Student’s AI communication tool sparks conversation

Computer Engineering student Jaavin Mohanakumar turned a lifelong passion for coding and programming into a shareable AI clone called MeGPT.

November 21, 2023

From the Renaissance to the diasporic experience 

Distinguished Alumni Award recipient Konrad Eisenbichler is known for his scholarship many facets of the Italian Renaissance, his literary translations, and his work documenting the experience of everyday Canadians. 

November 21, 2023

Three weeks of programming mark International Day of Persons with Disabilities at McMaster 

Dec. 3 is a globally recognized day to celebrate the contributions and accomplishments of persons with disabilities as well as communities that advocate for accessibility and equity. 

November 20, 2023

Three outstanding faculty members named Distinguished University Professors

Professors Daniel Coleman, Mark Crowther and Stuart Phillips will be formally recognized at this year’s Fall Convocation ceremonies.

November 17, 2023

New office supply reuse program launches for McMaster faculty and staff

Looking for or hoping to pass along unwanted but still useful office items? There’s now a dedicated Microsoft Teams channel for that.

November 17, 2023

Meet the Fall convocation’s honorary degree recipients

Three leaders in their respective fields will be honoured during the Fall convocation ceremonies on November 23rd and 24th.

November 16, 2023

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Halfbreed at a special evening with Maria Campbell

Half a century ago, Maria Campbell wrote the seminal book Halfbreed about her experiences as a Métis woman in Canada. The book was a landmark work in Canadian Indigenous literature and is widely taught in schools and universities.

November 16, 2023

New training module enhances cybersecurity awareness on campus

McMaster, students, staff, faculty and researchers can now take a new Information Security Training module.  

November 15, 2023

Fall convocation: What you need to know

Graduates will be celebrated at three ceremonies, happening Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24.

November 14, 2023

Demo Day at the Clinic empowers health innovators to transform ideas into impact

The Clinic, an innovation hub that brings together students, staff, faculty and entrepreneurs to help develop and explore ideas with the potential to change health care.

November 14, 2023

Fall Major Production is a ‘tapestry of ideas and actions’

Nothing Remains the Same explores the climate crisis through song, dance, story, puppetry and movement