Daily News

November 10, 2003

McMaster's focus on innovation and excellence is reinforced in Maclean's magazine. McMaster once again ranked as the second most innovative university among research-intensive universities in the magazine's ranking issue. The University placed fifth in the country in the highest quality of education category. The annual magazine ranking exercise takes a measure of the undergraduate experience, comparing universities in three peer groupings. McMaster is ranked in the medical doctoral category that includes universities with a broad range of PhD programs and research, as well as medical schools. President Peter George said innovative approaches to teaching, learning and research continue to be cornerstones of the McMaster experience. "We are committed to providing an innovative, stimulating learning experience for our students that centres on academic excellence and integrating teaching and scholarship at the undergraduate level," said President Peter George. "McMaster's culture of innovation is a mainstay of our success and we will continue to cultivate it to attract the highest quality students and faculty to participate in a unique learning and research environment."

November 10, 2003

McMaster captured its fourth consecutive Yates Cup with a 41-17 victory over the Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks in front of 12,464 spectators at Hamilton's Ivor Wynne Stadium. This was the largest crowd in McMaster Marauder history. With the win, McMaster becomes only the third team to win four consecutive Ontario championships. The University of Western Ontario, featuring McMaster head coach Greg Marshall at running back, was the last team to accomplish this feat. Queen's had four consecutive Yates Cup victories from 1922-1925 and the University of Toronto from 1908-1911. McMaster will now host the University of Laval in the Mitchell Bowl (Formally Atlantic Bowl) Saturday, Nov. 15 at 2 p.m. at Hamilton's Ivor Wynne Stadium. The game will broadcast live on TSN. Tickets will be available beginning Monday, Nov. 10 at 12 p.m. at the Hamilton Tiger-Cats ticket office on Balsam Street, Copps Coliseum and the McMaster (MSU) Compass Information Centre with no service charge. Tickets are also available through Ticketmaster by phone 905527-7666, Ticketmaster online and all Ticketmaster outlets. Normal service charges apply.

November 7, 2003

A smile can go a long way. So can a shaved head. During half-time at this Saturday's Yates Cup championship game between the McMaster Marauders . . .

November 7, 2003

Influenza, commonly known as the flu, leads to complications causing the death of hundreds of Ontarians each year. But armed with a vaccination, chances of catching this highly contagious disease can drop 70-80 per cent. Beginning next week at McMaster, free flu shots will be available in the McMaster University Student Centre, Rm. 319. The clinics will take place Nov. 10, 11, 18 and 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring your Health Insurance Card and McMaster Identification Card and wear a short-sleeved shirt. An additional clinic will take place at the Downtown Centre on Friday, Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Rm. 210. "Immunization is the best prevention against influenza infections," says Debra Earl, employee health educator. "A healthy diet, regular exercise and adequate sleep are all factors in how effectively your immune system will fight any infection. When it comes to the flu virus, you may need more protection, especially if you already have a medical condition."

November 7, 2003

When Robert Donaldson attended McMaster in the early 1960s, the thought of taking breaks between classes in a spacious student centre with its own fireside lounge could only be considered a dream. At the time, he and his classmates had to make do with the Wentworth House as a make-shift student centre. Now, thanks in part to a $1-million gift from the Donaldson family, McMaster students for the first time in the University's 115-year history have a permanent home that provides a meeting space for all student clubs and associations as well as student services all in one central building. Donaldson, his wife Marnie, family and friends were on hand this past Wednesday to celebrate the naming of the McMaster University Student Centre (MUSC) marketplace as the Donaldson Family Marketplace. Donaldson says the gift is made on behalf of his entire family. Seven members of the extended Donaldson family, including his father, call McMaster their alma mater and (more will likely follow). As well as graduating from McMaster in 1961, Donaldson has also been a loyal President's Club member for many years.

November 6, 2003

A professor with expertise in experimental semiconductor physics and investment portfolio analysis and a passion for teaching holds the inaugural research chair in financial markets at McMaster University. Clarence C.Y. Kwan, a professor in the Michael G. DeGroote School of Business, has been appointed to a five-year term as the CIBC Chair in Financial Markets. CIBC World Markets contributed $1 million to establish the research chair during the University's successful Changing Tomorrow Today campaign. Kwan's appointment as the inaugural chairholder was celebrated Wednesday at a reception at the Allen H. Gould Trading Floor at the University.

November 6, 2003

As minutes tick down to the long awaited decision of who will host the 2010 Commonwealth Games, anticipation is high. Members of the community are invited to a hometown celebration' on Thursday, Nov. 13, when Commonwealth Games delegates will reveal live from Jamaica who will host the Games  Hamilton or New Delhi. The announcement will take place following a final 30-minute presentation by the Hamilton bid team. Nearly 10,000 spectators are expected to attend the announcement at Copps Coliseum in downtown Hamilton. Doors open at 3:30 p.m., and the estimated time of announcement is 5:30 p.m. "There is a lot of anticipation leading up to this announcement," says vice-president university advancement Roger Trull, who admits he has had a few sleepless nights leading up to this momentous event. As the team leader, Trull will be in Jamaica next week to hear the announcement.

November 6, 2003

[img_inline align=”right” src=”http://padnws01.mcmaster.ca/images/alpine_tower_opt.jpg” caption=”Alpine Tower”]For an opportunity to improve confidence, trust, support, and co-operation among your staff or team members, look up, way up. You'll . . .

November 6, 2003

The following are highlights from the Oct. 30 Board of Governors meeting Refining Directions implementation An extensive implementation plan for the University's Refining Directions document . . .

November 5, 2003

Max Chernesky was recently granted the Canadian College of Microbiologists Distinguished Service Award for 2003. The award is presented annually to a member of the . . .

November 5, 2003

The year 1977 was monumental for Nasrin Rahimieh. It was two years before a major revolution in her country of origin, Iran, when she packed her bags for Canada. She had spent the two previous years in the United States and Switzerland completing her secondary education. Now, she was leaving behind family to start a post-secondary life that 26 years later would lead her to the role of dean of humanities at McMaster University. When she started her education at Dalhousie University in 1977, her career path ahead was entirely different. Her intention, as it had been for years, was to be a chemist. But she was finding her courses in biology, chemistry and calculus didn't evoke the same passion in her as her humanities courses did. It was her history, language, and literature courses that allowed her to make sense of what was happening in her world. "The revolution and the war that followed separated me from my parents and home, and I felt a need to understand my experiences; to understand what was happening in my life and in the world. The humanities courses helped me grapple with my sense of loss and isolation."

November 5, 2003

[img_inline align=”right” src=”http://padnws01.mcmaster.ca/images/zonjic-good_copy.JPG.jpg” caption=”Alexander Zonjic”]Alexander Zonjic knows all the best places for musicpast, present and future. Whether the best is found in the words of . . .

November 4, 2003

The older McMail-based e-mail service is being replaced with a more modern machine which will enable a number of enhancements, including secure access, and tools . . .

November 4, 2003

When Susan Elliott turned 40, she wanted to try something new. Then, a year later, sitting on a piano bench and looking at her hands on the keys in front of her, she thought, "to make your left hand do one thing and your right hand do another and your foot do something completely different, that's a huge challenge." Now, at 43, she's up for a similar challenge as the new dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences. She will need a lot of hand-eye co-ordination, and she'll be using a different part of her brain. It will also be one of the biggest challenges of her life. She didn't take the decision lightly. She deliberated on it for more than a month. But it was obvious she was right for the job. At least, that's what others thought. "This was the third time I had been asked to consider a position of administration. The other times I had always said no because I thought it was premature. I'm pretty young to be a dean and I wasn't sure it was something I wanted to do at this stage." Elliott doesn't regret her decision and feels privileged and excited about her new road ahead. She officially took office Sept. 1.

November 4, 2003

[img_inline align=”right” src=”http://padnws01.mcmaster.ca/images/hospitalityyos3.jpg”]On Monday, Nov. 3, 250 McMaster Employees were recognized for their years of service at an annual luncheon in the CIBC Banquet Hall . . .

November 4, 2003

Grade nine students whose parents work at McMaster are invited to join their parents at work on Wednesday to participate in the 14th annual Take . . .

November 4, 2003

The McMaster student Physicians for Global Survival have organized a community lecture to discuss and share ideas surrounding the Red Hill Expressway project. The lecture . . .

November 3, 2003

With a 55-15 win over the Windsor Lancers at Ivor Wynne Stadium on Saturday, the undefeated McMaster Marauders will advance to the Yates Cup Saturday, Nov. 8 against the Wilfrid Laurier Hawks. In its debut at Ivor Wynne Stadium in front of a 5,154-crowd, McMaster accumulated 598 net yards on 345 yards rushing and 251 yards passing. The game was moved to Hamilton's east end due to the battered field conditions at Les Prince Stadium caused by the high volume of rain over the past four weeks. McMaster has not played a game at Ivor Wynne Stadium since it was dedicated to former director of athletics Ivor Wynne in 1970. McMaster is looking to win its fourth consecutive Yates Cup next weekend. The team will likely be ranked #1 in Canada this Tuesday as the first-ranked University of Saskatchewan Huskies fell in the Canada West semi-final to the University of Alberta 10-4. The 105th Yates Cup will take place at Ivor Wynne Stadium at 1 p.m. Tickets are available beginning Tuesday at 12 p.m. at Copps Coliseum, the Hamilton Tigercat box office and the McMaster Compass Information Centre with no service fee. Tickets are also available on Ticketmaster by phone 905-527-7666, Ticketmaster online at www.ticketmaster.ca and all Ticketmaster locations. Normal services charges apply.

November 3, 2003

[img_inline align=”right” src=”http://padnws01.mcmaster.ca/images/lounge_openings.jpg” caption=”Campus lounge openings”]More than 100 McMaster employees gathered at the Campus Services Building on Oct. 21 and in the Commons Building on . . .

November 3, 2003

Security Services will present its annual Lost and Found Clean Out Sale on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2003 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the . . .