Daily News

January 26, 2005

Family doctors, Elizabeth Shaw of Hamilton and Stephen (Sandy) Buchman of Mississauga, both graduates of McMaster's medical program in 1981, have been named Family Physician of the Year for the Southern Ontario Region by the Ontario College of Family Physicians.

January 26, 2005

This week, McMaster's School of the Arts opens Directors' Series 2005, a festival of unique shows directed by theatre and film students in their final year of study. Fourteen productions will be presented this year, and will involve the collaboration of more than 100 students in a series featuring powerful works by some of Canada's finest playwrights along with four international plays. Students earn academic credit for their work on the shows.

January 25, 2005

Construction of the University's new athletics and recreation complex is set to begin in early March. Shortly afterwards, construction of a new student residence will begin also on north campus near Hedden Hall. For local residents who wish to learn more about these projects, a public meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 27, 2005 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Gilmour Hall, Rm. 111, Council Room. The meeting provides an opportunity for the project managers and contractors to provide information to local residents and discuss their specific inquiries and issues.

January 24, 2005

Bridges Cafi, McMaster's first all-vegetarian eatery, opens today (Monday, Jan. 24) in the newly renovated Refectory Building. The opening takes place from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

January 24, 2005

A new year and a new you. Slogans like this are everywhere and they all seem to be saying that the old you just isn't good enough. New year's resolutions guarantee that diet books are on the bestseller list and gyms are full of people trying to change the way they look. Sociologist Michael Atkinson sees both men and women in his gym but what's most intriguing to him are the number of men busily mixing powders and potions in the change room after punishing workout regimens.

January 22, 2005

Due to inclement weather conditions, McMaster University closed today (Saturday, Jan. 22) at 12 p.m. All classes, meetings and other scheduled events are cancelled and libraries and other non-essential areas are closed. Faculty, staff and students are advised to consult the Storm Emergency Policy and Procedures, the Daily News Web site and local radio stations for additional and updated information. Please check the usual media sources for information for Sunday, Jan. 23.

January 21, 2005

Nearly 200 McMaster students will learn what it takes to work in their occupation of choice during the third annual Job Shadow Week, Jan. 24-28. "The experience and information students gain from their job shadow placements is second to none," says Cristina DeSilvio, a career development co-ordinator with Experiential Education. "The opportunity results in more confident career decision-making and allows participants to get the 'inside scoop' on a particular career they have been thinking about for their future."

January 21, 2005

McMaster University Senate met on Wednesday, Jan. 12 in the Council Chambers of Gilmour Hall. The following are some of the items addressed at this meeting.

January 20, 2005

The Job Rating Committee (JRC) which currently consists of 12 individuals, six from the MUSA bargaining unit and six from University managers is in need of two additional members: one from the MUSA bargaining unit and one from University managers. In order to be representative of the breadth and type of jobs in the bargaining unit and the University, preference will be given to members from research areas in the Faculty of Health Sciences.

January 20, 2005

In Sri Lanka, basic transportation is among the list of essential needs wiped out when a devastating tsunami hit last month. McMaster students hope to put Sri Lanka back in motion, by donating 500 used bicycles to survivors of the tragedy. McMaster President Peter George, former Hamilton MP Stan Keyes, and Hamilton police chief Brian Mullan donated bikes at a rally held Wednesday in the CIBC Room of the McMaster University Student Centre. Their donations add to the 162 bikes already collected by MaCycle over the past two weeks.

January 20, 2005

McMaster University in partnership with the McMaster Students Union (MSU), the City of Hamilton, and Hamilton Police Service is taking steps to improve the quality of life for permanent residents and students living around the campus. Effective Jan. 14, 2005 an enhanced community security initiative was implemented in West Hamilton. The program provides two off-duty Hamilton Police officers to patrol the streets in the Ainslie Wood/Westdale neighbourhoods on Friday and Saturday nights during the academic year. These special duty officers are in addition to regular bylaw and police officers already working in the West Hamilton community. The staffing costs will be paid for by McMaster University and the MSU.

January 20, 2005

From creating a library of genes for screening to investigating the history of Inuit art to researching infants' perception of music to comparing a selection of Gospels, more than 125 McMaster undergraduate students spent last summer studying at these and a variety of other issues. These students  Undergraduate Student Research Awards recipients  had 15 weeks, the advice of a faculty advisor and $5,000 to delve deep into their research. Their results are on display today from 12 to 2 p.m. in the Marketplace in the McMaster University Student Centre.

January 19, 2005

The following transcript is from a presentation made by McMaster President Peter George to the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Activity on Monday in London, Ontario. His presentation is part of McMaster's ongoing advocacy in anticipation of Bob Rae's final report on postsecondary education. The panel heard presentations as part of the province's pre-budget consultations.

January 19, 2005

Exceptional. Illustrious. Ambassador. These were some of the terms used last night to describe the nearly 100 McMaster scholars honoured by President Peter George and provost Ken Norrie. Listening to the rationale behind why 85 recipients were presented President's Entrance Awards and why 14 were inducted into the Provost's Honour Roll, these terms are evident.

January 19, 2005

Fred L. Johnson, the founding chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology of the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine believed in collaborative health care teams and the value of research. The late Dr. Johnson will be honoured with the inaugural F.L. Johnson Day in Reproductive Health on Wednesday, Jan. 19, which will bring together McMaster University researchers from many disciplines. The day of presentations is being held at the Royal Botanical Garden and sponsored by the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine.

January 18, 2005

Over the past 10 years, McMaster's Nursing Education Research Unit (NERU) has focused on educational research in the areas of problem-based and self-directed learning. These findings have been used to inform the Bachelor of Science, Nursing curriculum. Today, it celebrates these achievements with a one-day workshop entitled, "A Day with Dr. Stephen Brookfield." The event, which kicks off NERU's 10th anniversary celebrations, is co-hosted by NERU, the School of Nursing, and the Centre for Leadership and Learning.

January 17, 2005

McMaster University is finalizing an agreement to purchase land formerly owned by appliance manufacturer Camco in order to build a research park. "We are very excited about this," says Peter George, President of McMaster University. "McMaster is committed to innovation and discovery, the foundation of our strategic plan. This expansion lays the groundwork to take our research results and turn them into products, industries and businesses that benefit our community and our world."

January 17, 2005

McMaster running back and 2004 Hec Crighton recipient Jesse Lumsden rushed for a combined 41 yards on five carries to lead the East squad in rushing in the 2005 East-West Shrine game played at SBC Park in San Francisco on Saturday. The East team cruised to victory in the 80th version of the collegiate all-star game, 45-27. Lumsden started the game on special teams, but entered the backfield at the start of the third quarter. He immediately impressed the crowd of 25,518 on hand carrying the ball four times for 40 yards including a 21-yard carry that lead to a Dave Rayner (Michigan State, Oxford Mich.) 29-yard field goal to give the East a commanding 38-13 lead.

January 17, 2005

Check out the world of medicine by becoming a McMaster med student for seven weeks. The weekly sessions of the McMaster Mini-Med School will feature two speakers on a common theme, exploring the scientific basis of important medical issues, followed by a question and answer session.

January 14, 2005

Tracey Taylor-O'Reilly has been appointed the new director of the Centre for Continuing Education (CCE), effective Jan. 19, 2005. "Taylor-O'Reilly brings to her new position extensive experience in human resource management, training and education, financial management, marketing and project management," said Fred Hall, associate vice-president academic, in making the announcement. "She will provide leadership for CCE to expand its educational mandate for life-long learning through certificates, diplomas, and non-credit programs for professional development and general interest."