McMaster Archive

March 2, 2010

Professor solves medical mysteries in real life and in fiction

Infectious disease specialist Ross Pennie describes medicine as his calling, but writing as his passion.

March 2, 2010

Astronomer honoured with Beals Award

Bill Harris considers himself an archaeologist of the sky.

March 1, 2010

[Photos] Doors Open McMaster

Last week the doors were thrown wide open on a number of interesting McMaster spaces.

February 26, 2010

Helping students realize their potential

Shaun Beukema, a graduate of the DeGroote School of Business, talks about how your gifts have helped him achieve success.

February 26, 2010

[Video] Professor helps create interactive Olympic sculpture

Whistler Public Library, transformed two weeks ago into Canada Olympic House, is home to an innovative piece of art made possible with the help of a McMaster faculty member.

February 25, 2010

‘New era’ in health policy

The doctor shortage is just one example of the projects Arthur Sweetman will tackle.

February 25, 2010

Fashion meets philosophy

There are few in Paris who consider fast food packaging haute couture.

February 25, 2010

McMaster financial update – February 25, 2010

A message from the President and Provost Each year, we write a number of messages to update the McMaster community about the University's budget.

February 24, 2010

$1M gift to improve financial literacy

McMaster University announced today that a $1-million gift from Mackenzie Financial Corporation and Power Financial Corporation will set up an innovative endowed chair at the DeGroote School of Business.

February 23, 2010

Students compete in sixth season of MARS Apprentice

Sixty apprentices, 27 challenges, 20 internships and five seasons later, students are once again putting their business skills to the test with MARS Apprentice.

February 23, 2010

Banned book on display at Mills

Reading this book could get you into trouble.

February 22, 2010

Carnival atmosphere to draw mental illness into the spotlight

In an attempt to erase the stigma and educate students about mental illness, a team of McMaster students and a counselor will hold a three-day Mental Health & Wellness Fair.

February 22, 2010

Student Recruitment & Admissions launches new virtual tour

Want to see McMaster University's beautiful campus but can't make it in-person?

February 22, 2010

The ultimate in broadcasting

If you get a knot in your stomach watching the final minutes of a close game, try being in Peter Jonasson's shoes.

February 19, 2010

[Audio] Musical theatre club to debut Little Shop of Horrors

The McMaster Musical Theatre (MMT) club is gearing up to take on a man-eating plant.

February 18, 2010

Fuelling up for success

Olympians spend years training to become the best in the world at their chosen sport, but where do they get their fuel?

February 18, 2010

Making a difference in a student’s life

Jessica Wang, a first year engineering student, talks about how a scholarship convinced her to go to McMaster and how she is able to be a varsity athlete because of it.

February 16, 2010

Understanding the aboriginal experience

Like moving from the classroom to the field, there's no better way to learn about something than by experiencing it first-hand.

February 16, 2010

Brain Bee sets campus abuzz

The seventh annual McMaster Brain Bee took place yesterday (February 16), bringing together nearly 100 high school students from Hamilton, Halton and Niagara.

February 16, 2010

Creating opportunities for students

Sarah Babcock talks about the impact of your financial support on her education.