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Posted on Sept. 23: Museum of Art presents Father of the Motion Picture

The McMaster Museum of Art presents the work of Eadweard Muybridge (1830-1904), an English-born, American-based photographer and inventor, also known as the "Father of the Motion Picture." After more than a century, the significance of his photographic studies of motion and their relevance to the world of art and science remain undiminished. A pioneer in the field of photography in the 1860s, it was Muybridge's revolutionary photographs of animals in motion that first won him international recognition. In 1872, he was hired by Leland Stanford, the former Governor of California, to settle an argument about whether a trotting horse ever had all four feet off the ground at any one point in time. The widely published results and resulting controversy fueled Muybridge's research. With the support of the University of Pennsylvania, he was able to develop elaborate photographic systems including electromagnetic tripping devices, dry plates which would produce higher definition images, a motor clock that would allow him to take different views at the same time and his own invention, the zoopraxiscope, a lantern which allowed him to project images in rapid succession. Over three years, Muybridge took more than 20,000 photographs of men, women, children, animals and birds. Of these images, 781 were published in the 1887 series Animal Locomotion. Thanks to a generous donation by Jack Greenwald, a selection of this series is now part of the McMaster University collection. The McMaster Museum of Art is located on the campus of McMaster University at the corner of Sterling Street and University Avenue. Admission to the Museum and this special presentation is pay-what-you-can with a suggested donation of $2. Students, seniors and members are free. Museum Hours: Tuesday - Friday 11-6; Thursday evening 7-9; Sunday 12-5 Phone: 905-525-9140 ext. 23081. Fax: 905-527-4548. E-mail: museum@mcmaster.ca

Posted on Sept. 23: Shopping in the new student centre

McMaster's University Student Centre offers more than your morning coffee. It is also a place to get prescriptions filled, photos taken and travel advice. Three new student-focused stores are located on the main floor of the MUSC, north of the food court. The University Pharmacy, also located at the University of Western Ontario and the University of Windsor, is open for business. The pharmacy fills prescriptions and sells typical drug store items, says Lori Diamond, MUSC administrative director. Jostens Photography, which offers studio photography, class rings, and graduation products, also opened recently. Travel CUTS opens today, Sept. 23. The Canadian University Travel Service (CUTS), is owned and operated by the Canadian Federation of Students. Travel CUTS work closely with tourist boards, airlines and land product companies to offer affordable travel to students. "For students, staff and faculty, it is great to have all of these clients available right on campus," says Diamond, "but it is also a revenue stream for the student centre."

Posted on Sept. 20: Retirees helped build a proud legacy

McMaster was a much smaller place when Joe Laposa first walked onto campus in 1967. Over the 35 years that followed, not only did campus grow, but so did his affection for the University. "It is the people at McMaster that I miss the most," said Laposa, who retired from McMaster's chemistry department this past July. On Wednesday, President Peter George formally thanked him and several other McMaster retirees for their contributions to the University. "This is my opportunity to tell you how much I appreciate your work over the years and your commitment to our University," George said. "It is also an opportunity for you to take a moment and reflect on your accomplishments. This is not a time for modesty. Your contributions have helped to build a great University." Approximately 120 staff and faculty who retired from McMaster between January 2001 and July 2001 were honoured for their years of service. The annual reception was held in Faculty Hall. "This is a proud legacy," said George, "and it is one that each and every one of you helped to create."

Posted on Sept. 20: Campaign raises awareness among faculty, staff, retirees

McMaster's 2002 Community Campaign got off to a great start Wednesday at the annual faculty, staff, and retiree kick-off event. The country and western themed barbeque took place under sunny skies on the Frank C. Miller terrace of the McMaster University Student Centre. The terrace was transformed into a country and western paradise, complete with bales of hay, barrels of apples, and red and white gingham. More than 150 guests, including 20 retirees, attended the event. Faculty, staff, and retirees were treated to a barbeque lunch while Patsy Cline tunes played in the background. Evan Mackintosh, McMaster Students Union president, and Peter George, President and Vice-Chancellor, explained the vital importance of support from the faculty, staff and retirees to the past, present and future success of McMaster University. The Community Campaign, which begins each fall, aims to raise awareness and participation among faculty, staff and retirees and to encourage the McMaster community to support the University's fundraising goals. Photo captions: Top: Faculty, staff and retirees enjoy lunch on the Frank C. Miller terrace while Peter George, President and Vice-Chancellor, explains the importance of their support. Below: Rod Morrison, director, Alumni Advancement, left, and George draw a name for one of the door prizes. Photo credit: Chantall Van Raay

Posted on Sept. 19: McMaster celebrates World Car Free Day

Leave the car at home Friday and hop on the bus for free. McMaster is celebrating World Car Free Day tomorrow by providing free Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) tickets for staff and faculty for travel to and from McMaster's main campus and downtown location. Tickets can be picked up at the information desk in the McMaster University Student Centre, or from the front desk (the Security Guard) at the downtown centre. The promotion will include a draw for Tim Horton's coupons. A car will be parked in front of the McMaster Museum of Art on Friday for faculty, staff and students to decorate and paint. "People are invited to leave a mark on a car instead of the car leaving a mark on the earth," says Daryl Bender, co-ordinator in McMaster's Alternative Commuting & Transportation Office. Bottles of water will also be handed out at campus entrances for those entering campus by means other then a motor vehicle. Bender encourages everyone to leave the car at home, not just on World Car Free Day, but every day. "The more people embrace the idea of leaving their car at home, the more we can avoid turning our green space into parking lots."