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Posted on June 4: Class of ’54 gives gift of green

Five years ago, McMaster's class of '54 had a dream. They wanted to build an oasis on campus that would become a meeting place for all the McMaster community. On Saturday, June 5, while celebrating its 50th anniversary, the class of '54 will celebrate that dream with the opening of the Class of '54 Oasis Garden, located between Hamilton Hall and Alumni Memorial Hall. "At the 45th anniversary five years ago, Doug Coleman, (chemistry '54), suggested that the Class of '54 give "something green" to McMaster on their 50th anniversary," says alumnus John Hansuld, (geology '54). "That caught the imagination of everyone there...We wanted something green, with rocks and exotic flowers and trees. Something you could go and sit and meditate at, or hold hands or propose to your sweetheart," he says.

Posted on June 2: McMaster community takes the challenge

More than 500 members of the McMaster community have pledged to participate in the 2004 Commuter Challenge. The annual event, taking place May 31 to June 5, is a friendly competition between local organizations and communities from coast-to-coast to determine which is doing the most to improve air quality and physical fitness through the transportation choices of its members and citizens. "It's not too late to join in," says Jennifer Dawson, Alternative Commuting & Transportation (ACT) co-ordinator. "Simply make a commitment to participate -- try a different mode of transportation, continue with your usual air-friendly mode, or take a step in the right direction by using your vehicle more efficiently, such as properly inflating your car tires or filling up with premium gasoline." To fill out the on-line pledge card click here.

Posted on June 2: Alumni walk down memory lane

This weekend, new buildings and faces will greet alumni coming back to McMaster for Alumni Weekend. But, there will be many things unchanged, such as the old charm of its buildings, wide-open green spaces and the strong sense of world-class academics and research. Alumni will get a taste of the old and new when they come to campus June 4-6. Alumni Weekend will feature tours of campus, garden parties, an annual general meeting, class reunions and an awards ceremony. "We're all looking forward to Alumni Weekend 2004. It's a real highlight for our alumni and for the University," says Rod Morrison, director of alumni advancement. "We know everyone will have a wonderful time reconnecting with old friends at reunions and the President's Luncheon; celebrating the achievements of our Alumni Gallery inductees and our Arch Award recipients; recognizing the outstanding work of our Alumni Association volunteers; and having a look at the University's newest facilities. It promises to be a great weekend for the whole McMaster community."