Daily News

October 28, 2005

Throughout the month of October, the McMaster community has been celebrating the University's 75th anniversary in Hamilton. To round out the celebration, the Daily News recognizes (in no particular order) 75 people, places and things that make up McMaster University. From the McMaster Museum of Art to Faculty Hollow and President Peter George to George Gilmour, McMaster has a lot of interesting places and people. If you think we missed something particularly notable, let us know, and the Daily News will follow-up on your suggestions in the near future.

October 28, 2005

McMaster University has begun an initiative to build a student portal, led by Student Affairs and the Registrar's Office. A portal is a website that provides content and online services and can be configured by the user to deliver their preferred content and service. The McMaster Student Portal also will serve as a starting point for any information about the University. It will replace the current MUGSI system with a customizable personal page with access to a much greater range of services, including single sign-on to many services.

October 27, 2005

Every year Hamilton generates approximately 275,000 tonnes of waste material. Of this, around 100,000 tonnes - the equivalent of nearly 90,000 Honda Civics - ends up in landfills. Although significant improvements have been made to landfill design, some environmental risks persist. Also, landfills are an unsustainable disposal method as they have a limited lifespan - the fill gets full. Consequently, it is crucial that as much waste as possible be diverted from landfills.

October 27, 2005

Remember when you were a child running after your friends in a good game of Cops and Robbers? Remember the skill and finesse required to escape the authorities or to catch the thief? Well, two McMaster students certainly can and they don't have to think back that far. This past June, Wolfgang Thaller and Shiqi Cao spent one long, sleepless weekend mastering the childhood game. Except they did it with computers.

October 26, 2005

Astronaut Marc Garneau and comedian Eugene Levy will receive honorary degrees at McMaster University's fall convocation. The ceremony will be held in The Great Hall of Hamilton Place on Nov. 18. Eugene Levy will receive an honorary Doctor of Letters degree at 9:30 a.m., and will address students graduating from the faculties of business, humanities, social sciences, and arts and sciences. Marc Garneau will receive an honorary Doctor of Science degree at 2:30 p.m., and will address students graduating from engineering, science, and health sciences.

October 25, 2005

A survey of organizations in Ontario employing engineers undertaken by the Faculty of Engineering found that almost 70 per cent of respondents plan to hire engineers in the coming year and that almost 80 per cent of those plan to hire engineering graduates. "This will be music to the ears of engineering students and recent graduates," said Mo Elbestawi, dean, Faculty of Engineering, McMaster University.

October 25, 2005

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October 25, 2005

Alison McQueen, associate professor of art history and Luke Chan, associate vice-president, International Affairs are taking their expertise and enthusiasm for their areas of study to the world. The McMaster Alumni Association has announced two exclusive travel opportunities next spring, "Spotlight on Rembrandt - Holland 2006" and "Many Faces of China" each with carefully crafted itineraries and unique enrichment programs for the McMaster community.

October 25, 2005

Employees and students braved the chill and the rain in today's second annual McMaster United Way Run/Walk. The route included a 5km run or a 3km walk through the McMaster campus. Following the race, prizes and gifts were awarded for categories of individual and team participation. The event wrapped up with light refreshments and presentations at Quarters.

October 25, 2005

Graduate and professional programs from as far away as Australia to as close to home as McMaster will help students meet their future educational goals on Oct. 26 and 27. More than 92 graduate and professional programs will attend McMaster's annual Continuing Education Fair, hosted by Career Services. The event will take place in the McMaster University Student Centre marketplace from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

October 24, 2005

It's that time of year again. Winter's coming and while we all hurry to bundle up in warm jackets, scarves and mittens, there are many in Hamilton who do not have that luxury. The United Way campaign is an excellent way for the McMaster community to help meet the needs of those less fortunate. Are you still looking for a way to contribute? Why not buy a mitten?

October 24, 2005

Today marked the beginning of a week of healthy living at McMaster. At an open house held at Wentworth House, employees gathered to learn about local health related services and enjoyed food, refreshments and entertainment. Those who attended were entered into a draw to win bikes, camping gear, DVD player, Minolta Compact camera and more. Award recipients have been contacted.

October 24, 2005

The McMaster Marauders survived through tough weather and a sloppy Varsity Stadium field to defeat the Varsity Blues, 63-13, and clinch a home-playoff date this Saturday. Fifth-year receiver Vaughan Swart put the exclamation point on his fine career with five catches for 169 yards and two touchdowns.

October 24, 2005

A McMaster graduate is the recipient of the 2005 Gairdner Foundation International Award Recognizing Achievement in Medical Research for his contributions to the understanding of obesity. In particular, Douglas Coleman is known for the discovery of the adipose tissue hormone, leptin, an important component in the long-term regulation of body weight.

October 24, 2005

Renovations to the Health Sciences Library in the McMaster Health Sciences Centre will begin within the next week with hoarding put up around some construction areas. First will be the closure of the north-west entrance to the building and the Ewart Angus Centre, which will be replaced with a temporary entrance on the east side of the Ewart Angus Centre. These changes are the first of many temporary accommodations to be made during the year-long, $7-million improvements.

October 21, 2005

When visiting a relative in a distant country, most people spend the time visiting family and seeing the sights. Not Daniel Martinu. Last year, the Prague resident visited his aunt, who lives in Freelton, about 15 kilometres northeast of Hamilton. Rather than the usual drives in the country or walks around the city, Daniel decided to take a course. He enrolled in the Management Studies program offered through McMaster Universitys Centre for Continuing Education in Summer, 2004.

October 21, 2005

McMaster undergraduate students have voted to oppose the renewal of an exclusivity agreement with Coca-Cola. Student were asked if they support removing McMaster's exclusive rights contract with Coca-Cola/Cold Beverage, if it should renew its own memorandum with the school regarding the deal, and if it should urge the university not to renew the agreement. Students voted yes on all questions asked. "This sends a very positive message," says Tommy Piribauer, McMaster Students Union president.

October 21, 2005

Every morning next week, you may hear a loud trumpeting voice bellow "Good morning McMaster." It won't be Robin Williams, in a sequel to his popular 1980s hit Good Morning Vietnam, but one of McMaster's Healthy Workplace Week coordinators, who will help keep McMaster active during a national weeklong event for workplace health. Good Morning McMaster is one of several initiatives planned Oct. 24-28 for Healthy Workplace Week. Each year, organizations across Canada set aside a specific week to increase awareness about the importance of workplace health to personal and organizational performance. McMaster is once again joining in on the national celebration, providing a wide range of activities.

October 21, 2005

Hamilton, which once again has thrown its hat into the ring to host the Commonwealth Games, is looking for community support in its quest to bring the Games home in 2014. The McMaster community is encouraged to show its support for the bid, by logging on to www.hamilton2014games.ca and registering your support.

October 21, 2005

The McMaster Marauder golf team travelled to Sunningdale Golf & Country Club in London, Ontario to attempt to defend the Ontario championship the men's team captured in 2004. Although they didn't return with the Ruttan Cup as team Champions there was a lot to celebrate. Jason Wellings shot an even par 72 on the final day to secure the Len Shore Trophy as the OUA Individual Champion. As a team, the Marauders overcame a poor first round to take silver.