McMaster Archive

June 12, 2024

McMaster graduate on juggling academics with being a frontline care worker during the pandemic

Michelle Jamieson also worked at various community non-profits and even started her own business while completing her degree.

June 12, 2024

Meet Faculty of Science valedictorian Elise Shupe

"University is as much about finding what you do want to do as what you definitely do not want to do, and learning this about yourself is just as valuable."

June 12, 2024

Meet Faculty of Science valedictorian Srishti Sharma

“Embrace your own journey, learn from it, and remember that it's okay to forge your own unique path.”

June 11, 2024

Student startup named runner-up in national entrepreneurship competition 

Mann Parikh, founder of NerView Surgical, placed second out of more than 100 student entrepreneurs at the 2024 Enactus Canada National Student Entrepreneur Competition. 

June 11, 2024

Why McMaster donors give: David Daly

McMaster graduate David Daly established an academic grant to help students who demonstrate financial need while pursuing graduate studies in Economics.

June 11, 2024

Graduating physics student joining elite international graduate program

Besart Lajci is one of the few students from around the world to be admitted to the Perimeter Scholars International program.

June 11, 2024

BTech graduate’s journey of persistence and legacy

Brian Osei-Boateng shares the key lessons he learned during his time in the Faculty of Engineering’s Bachelor of Technology (BTech) Program.

June 10, 2024

Meet Faculty of Science valedictorian Alyssa Georgescu

The aspiring clinical psychologist talks battling imposter syndrome, embracing individuality and why she thinks failure is the best teacher.

June 10, 2024

Meet Faculty of Social Sciences valedictorian Chloe Valentine

The political science graduate says her time at McMaster has taught her to find balance and that everyone’s journey is unique.

June 10, 2024

‘I feel relieved, but it’s all a bit bittersweet’

After six years of juggling school and work, Connor Woods reflects on his journey through Mac and the people who helped him get through it all.

June 10, 2024

‘You don’t have to do it in the same way as anyone else’

Danielle Ledden, cognitive science of language graduand and Governor General’s medal winner reflects on her time at Mac ahead of convocation

June 10, 2024

Graduating co-op student spent year in Nova Scotia working on leading edge of renewable battery science

Before she leaves McMaster, Breanna Pinto wants to pay tribute to all the community members who showed her warmth or helped her during her undergraduate journey.

June 10, 2024

Meet Faculty of Engineering valedictorian Olukemi Odujinrin

The computer science graduate hopes to give back to her community by inspiring others to pursue careers in engineering.

June 10, 2024

Meet Faculty of Engineering valedictorian Sheridan Fong

Fong, who is getting set to launch a career in tech, says her five years at McMaster has opened to her eyes to new and diverse opinions, people and experiences.

June 10, 2024

Pride Month: Sign up to learn how to help create safer spaces on campus in support of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community 

A free virtual session will offer leading practices, information and allyship tips to help create a more supportive environment for students and colleagues. 

June 10, 2024

‘You continue to make your ancestors proud’

This year's Indigenous Graduation Celebration was a testament to not only the students’ determination and accomplishments, but the deep bonds and enduring relationships they’ve forged in their time here at Mac.

June 7, 2024

Global university leaders convene at McMaster to tackle key higher education challenges 

McMaster leadership hosted delegates from the Universitas 21 (U21) Chief Operating Officers/Registrars network to explore shared challenges and goals.

June 7, 2024

McMaster graduate credits connections for transformative undergraduate journey

Starting university online during the pandemic, Malikca Lawrence was craving community. Here's how the connections she set out to build ultimately led her to an unexpected place.

June 7, 2024

Meet Arts & Science Program and Faculty of Humanities valedictorian Christopher Maclean

The soon-to-be McMaster graduate says his accomplishment is as much his as it is the friends, family, professors, TAs, faculty, mentors and mentees that helped him along the way.

June 6, 2024

McMaster renews and expands partnership with Aga Khan University

From addressing global health inequities to building the next generation of public policy leaders, the two universities will work together on some of the world’s most pressing challenges.