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posted on Oct. 26: McMaster makes two top 10 lists for research intensity, income

McMaster University is on two national top 10 lists that rank research intensity and income at Canadian universities. The University is one of only 10 in the country to top the $100-million mark in sponsored research income in 2000, according to a report ranking Canada's Top 50 Research Universities published Thursday. The University moved into the top ten group, as its $106.9 million was an increase of 24.4 per cent over the previous year, when it was in 11th place. In the same report, McMaster is also on the top 10 list which ranked Canadian universities by research intensity, defined as research dollars per full-time faculty position. Averaging $117,600 per faculty position, McMaster placed 7th, or 37 per cent higher than the Top 50 average of $85,900. Mamdouh Shoukri, vice-president research and international affairs, says McMaster has seen a significant increase in its sponsored research income over the last few years. We've seen an increase of more than $25 million in just the last couple of years and we expect that to grow again next year, he says, adding that the University is now seeing the results of new provincial and federal research investment programs like the Ontario Research & Development Challenge Fund and the Canadian Foundation for Innovation. The study shows that 65 per cent of the research money comes from all levels of government, with the remainder coming from corporations, private donors and non-profit organizations. The report was published by Research Infosource Inc. based on data collected by Statistics Canada. (End of story)

posted on Oct. 26: Two new students join Board of Governors

A fourth-year electrical engineering & management student has won the undergraduate seat on the Board of Governors. Ali Rohani will serve on the Board for a two-year term from November 2001 to October 2003. Rohani was one of 10 candidates vying for the undergraduate seat in an election that saw the largest number of candidates fielded in 10 years. The online election ran from Oct. 10 to Oct. 12. As well, the Board of Governors election broke another record, with the highest voter turnout ever - 413 votes were cast. Sa'ad Salim, of the medical science program, will represent graduate students on the Board from November 2001 to October 2003. The previously scheduled election for this seat was cancelled, when the second graduate candidate withdrew. Rohani and Salim were also appointed to the Board's finance and audit committees.

posted on Oct. 25: Prospective students eye campus at Fall Preview 2001

High school students, their families and friends will be checking out the campus Saturday as part of Fall Preview 2001. Prospective students - about 2,000 visitors came last year - are invited to attend an information session and take part in campus walkabouts. More than 30 academic, student service and student club displays will be on view in the Ivor Wynne Centre from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Visitors are invited to browse through the available information and have their questions answered by the exhibitors. As well, self-guided tours can be taken of the campus, including a stop inside a residence, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. To register for Fall Preview contact 905-525-4600 or click on registrar.mcmaster.ca/external/tours/preview.htm.

posted on Oct. 23: New employee physician ready to diagnose

You wake up with your throat feeling like you've swallowed a fistful of razor blades. You suspect some variation of strep throat. Your doctor's away or booked or perhaps you don't have a family doctor and the local walk-in clinic doesn't open until after work. What can you do? For the first time, University employees can call the Employee Health & Wellness service at ext. 23300, located within Student Health Service at McKay Hall, to book an appointment to see a doctor. The new service is a one-year pilot project presented by Student Health Service with funding from the McMaster University Futures Fund. It is designed to give employees access to a physician on campus. "The aim is to make it easier for employees to receive medical care and advice while at work," said employee physician Finola Foley. "We're easily accessible." Photo: Appointments can be booked to see employee physician Finola Foley. Photo: Shelly Easton

posted on Oct. 24: Alcohol awareness campaign back on campus

Students have the opportunity to visit the Downstairs John today to learn something new about alcohol awareness. The alcohol awareness day provides an opportunity for McMaster students of all ages to learn about the importance of responsible alcohol use in an entertaining, student-friendly environment. Spirit's Day runs today from 11:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. This is the third year Spirits Canada has partnered with Bacchus Canada, McMaster University and local alcohol education groups to stage an innovative educational program aimed at teaching students in real world situations about the responsible use of alcohol. Hosted by the University's Student Health Service and the McMaster Student Union Bar Operations, the day involves a combination of campus and community partners. These include housing & conference services, residence life, the student health education centre, the Pulse and three distillers. About 15 booths with displays and material are available for students who want more information. (End of story)