McMaster Archive

February 11, 2022

Celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in Science

To mark the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we're highlighting the critical research being executed by women in STEM right here at McMaster.

February 11, 2022

Ask a McMaster Leader: Answers to your Back to Mac questions

As more in-person activities resume, we've collected common Back to Mac questions we're seeing and hearing from our students, staff and faculty members. McMaster leaders have provided answers, resources and advice.

February 11, 2022

MPP Bill Walker visits McMaster Nuclear Reactor 

The provincial member for Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound had a first-hand view of Canada’s most powerful nuclear research reactor, which has been recognized as a global leader in medical isotope production. 

February 10, 2022

Santee Smith reappointed McMaster’s chancellor

The award-winning artist, dancer and choreographer is a two-time McMaster grad who also has a master's degree in dance and six years of training at the National School of Ballet

February 10, 2022

An MBA student’s perspective on Winter 2022

Vivian Sadeh, MBA Candidate 2022, shares her thoughts on returning to in-person learning.

February 10, 2022

When the bells change: Mac Eng students reflect on returning to campus

As the whole community returns to in-person classes, here’s a look at what some engineering students had to say about being back.

February 10, 2022

McMaster awarded Cisco Fast Future Innovation Award for Smart Campus Initiative

McMaster University is one of three recipients selected for the 2021 Cisco Fast Future Innovation Awards and has been awarded $200K CAD in funding from Cisco’s Country Digital Acceleration program.

February 8, 2022

McMaster students named finalists for McCall MacBain scholarship

Two McMaster students and a recent grad are in the running for the McCall MacBain Scholarships, Canada’s first comprehensive leadership-based scholarship program for master’s and professional studies.

February 7, 2022

Warm Winter Wishes: Finding light, warmth and joy in the McMaster community

Here are some of the sources of light, warmth and joy at McMaster as we gather as a community on campus once again.

February 4, 2022

Words to Action: Highlights from McMaster’s Black History Month launch event

The panel discussion, Words to Actions, featured seven faculty, student and staff leaders across campus sharing current and emerging Black focused initiatives on campus and reflecting on the work still to be done.

February 4, 2022

GO-VAXX mobile COVID-19 vaccine clinic coming to McMaster Feb. 10

A GO-VAXX mobile COVID-19 vaccine clinic is coming to McMaster’s campus on Thursday, February 10th. Appointments can be booked through the province’s booking portal starting at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 9th.

February 2, 2022

McMaster student talent shines on global stage

Student applications are now being accepted for the upcoming U21 RISE (Real Impact on Society and Environment) Awards, a global competition supported by the Office of International Affairs.

February 1, 2022

Winter 2022: Isolation and illness guidance

McMaster remains committed to providing the flexibility, compassion and support that members of our community may need as they take time to rest, recover and take care of loved ones as we navigate this phase of the COVID-19 pandemic.

January 31, 2022

New provincial guidance for eating and meeting spaces

Effective today, Monday, Jan. 31, some indoor settings are reopening with new limits.

January 31, 2022

McMaster leaders honoured through TMG Peer-to-Peer Recognition Program

Five employees from McMaster’s management group (TMG) have been honoured for contributing to a brighter McMaster through the demonstration and reinforcement of McMaster’s core leadership capabilities.

January 28, 2022

For this McMaster alum, the key to success is dedication, hard work and a lot of soup

Leo Tsangarakis, a McMaster graduate and co-founder of the restaurant chain The Burnt Tongue, shares how working in the restaurant industry through the uncertainty of the pandemic has taught him some valuable lessons.

January 28, 2022

Catalogue with Omni search tool coming to McMaster libraries

With access to a vast collection of high-quality research resources at 17 other universities, the new system will make it easier for students and user to broaden the scope of their research projects and reach their research goals.

January 27, 2022

McMaster ranks among 50 most international universities in the world

McMaster has been ranked one of the world’s most international universities in an annual global ranking by Times Higher Education.

January 27, 2022

Summer lab program brings in diverse students

The Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences Summer Scholars Program (SSP) is a fully funded 12-week program designed to address the significant racial, ethnic and gender gaps in students enrolled in STEM degree programs.

January 27, 2022

Thrive Week: Kind Thoughts Box and Digital Gratitude Wall

Whether you’re on campus or on a screen elsewhere, help yourself to a quick serving of positivity with a visit to the Kind Thoughts Box at the Peter George Centre for Living and Learning, or to the digital gratitude wall.