McMaster Archive

February 6, 2024

Employment Equity Census aims to better understand composition of McMaster’s workforce

As part of an initiative to support the launch of the new census, employees are sharing their perspectives and experiences on diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace, in a new nine-part video series. 

February 5, 2024

Mac grad leading new outreach program in Science

Aaron Parry helps run a program that offers equity-deserving youth from across Hamilton hands-on-workshops, mentorship, transition support and leadership coaching.

February 2, 2024

Black History Month at McMaster begins with infectious beats and optimism

"You might also think about what is at stake in the shift that has taken place in some quarters from Black History Month to Black Futures Month."

February 1, 2024

Elephant toothpaste and flaming bowls: Undergrads wow the crowds

Chemistry and chemical biology students captivated more than 200 kids and grown-ups with an hour of flashes, bangs and chemical reactions at Magic of Molecules, an annual community event.

February 1, 2024

A chance for students to connect with nuclear industry professionals

McMaster’s annual Nuclear Industry Night connected students with local nuclear industry professionals from a diverse range of fields.

January 31, 2024

Black History Month: Events at McMaster

Virtual and in-person events are happening throughout the month of February to mark Black History Month here at McMaster and in our community.

January 30, 2024

(Mc)Masters of the Air: Library maps star in wartime series

Wartime maps and charts from McMaster University Library are front and centre in the new series Masters of the Air from Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks.

January 26, 2024

Black History Month launch event celebrates resistance and healing 

Featuring music, dance and spoken word performances, a food truck and Black-owned business vendors, the Feb. 1 event is just the beginning of Black History Month at McMaster. 

January 24, 2024

Message from McMaster’s Provost: We are committed to our international students

McMaster will continue to offer a world-class education for students from around the globe as we navigate changes to policies and regulations, Provost Susan Tighe writes.

January 24, 2024

Narrative arts certificate provides space for writers to evolve and connect

The first cohort of the Concurrent Certificate in Creative Writing and Narrative Arts share how the program's supportive community was key to their success.

January 23, 2024

McMaster student has a front row seat to Forge FC celebrations 

Third-year student Mackenzie Barwell — you might know her as the stadium and digital host for Hamilton’s soccer club — uses the skills from her McMaster programs to jumpstart a career in sports journalism.

January 23, 2024

AI and international recruitment: A Q&A with Deputy Provost Matheus Grasselli

Matheus Grasselli talks priorities, goals — and surprises — as he looks to the year ahead.

January 22, 2024

Help universities tell stories that matter

Students, faculty and staff are to participate in an anonymous survey to share your perspective on how you consume and share news that matters to you.

January 22, 2024

Six lucky breaks lead to Distinguished University Professor honours for Stuart Phillips

Kinesiology professor Stuart Phillips credits a series of lucky breaks, including a broken kneecap, for setting him on the path to success.

January 19, 2024

New Professor Entrepreneur Fellowship supports McMaster start-up founders

The fellowship is intended to give McMaster professor-entrepreneurs additional time and resources to grow their companies and contribute to the university’s innovation ecosystem.

January 19, 2024

Why McMaster Donors Give: Laurie Scott ’80 ensures her husband’s legacy at Mac

The Daniel F. Phelan Entrance Scholarship will cover a Humanities undergraduate’s fees for all four years of their degree.

January 18, 2024

Seminar series spotlights vital issues from multiple perspectives

A monthly African and Black Diaspora Studies seminar series brings together scholars from across disciplines to share their insights on key topics like the environment and race-based data collection. 

January 17, 2024

An update on how McMaster is addressing financial challenges

The university is implementing proactive measures while remaining optimistic for the future, Provost Susan Tighe and VP Operations and Finance Saher Fazilat write in a message to the community.

January 16, 2024

David Farrar to conclude his tenure as president in June 2025 

McMaster’s President and Vice-Chancellor, David Farrar, has advised the Board of Governors he will conclude his tenure when his five-year term ends on June 30, 2025. 

January 15, 2024

Psychology prof and student work to fill in the blanks on mental health across cultures

Many communities and groups are underrepresented in mental health research. Student Danielle Amos and psychology Professor Nicholas Bock are working to add cross-cultural research to a course on mental illness.