August 5, 2016
Supporting academic freedom in TurkeyIn 2013 McMaster became a signatory of the Magna Charta Universitatum, joining over 800 other universities around the world sharing and supporting fundamental principles of . . .
August 1, 2016
Flags at half-mast for Stephen Joseph Power ParrThe flags are at half-mast in memory of Stephen Joseph Power Parr. Stephen tragically passed away on July 31, 2016. Stephen was entering into his . . .
July 21, 2016
Filming on campus July 22 to Aug. 19A film crew producing two Bruno & Boots movies will be on campus from July 22 to Aug. 19. Filming will take place in many areas . . .
July 20, 2016
Ransomware attacksIn the past few days there has been a significant increase in the number of reported malicious emails which contain attachments infected with Locky ransomware. . . .
July 19, 2016
Filming on campus near Alumni Memorial HallA team will be set up between Alumni Memorial Hall and University Hall July 19, filming an episode of Murdoch Mysteries. The crew will be . . .
July 15, 2016
Avenue to Learn phishing attacksThere have been a large number of reports of Avenue to Learn related phishing attacks today. The malicious email message warns recipients that Avenue to . . .
July 13, 2016
Power surge on campusUpdate, 4 p.m.: All systems and chillers are now back online. While re-starting chillers in the Central Plant, there was an electrical power surge causing . . .
July 13, 2016
Campus Store closed July 13The Campus Store and Scientific Store locations are closed on Wednesday, July 13th for a staff retreat. The parking desk, located in the Gilmour Hall . . .
July 11, 2016
Media Production Services recognized for Collaborative ServiceMedia Production Services was recognized by its peers at the recent College and University Print Management Association of Canada (CUPMAC) conference, hosted jointly by the . . .
July 11, 2016
Have a Great Idea? We want to hear from you!If you had the chance to help improve McMaster University in any way, what would you suggest? With over one hundred suggestions submitted, McMaster University . . .
July 7, 2016
IT services review updateReview Status The IT Services Review review has been in progress for just over six months and is taking a deep and expansive look . . .
July 7, 2016
Peak days due to heatThroughout the summer, the provincial independent electrical system operator will identify days as potential “peak” days due to heat and the increased strain on the . . .
July 6, 2016
New opportunities for HRES DirectorAfter serving eight years as McMaster’s Director of Human Rights and Equity Services, Milé Komlen is leaving McMaster to undertake new roles in higher education. . . .
July 6, 2016
Mosaic planning upgrade cycle to begin this fall featuring new user interfaceMosaic will get a new look and mobile friendly features this fall as part of an upgrade of the system. The most noticeable difference will . . .
July 6, 2016
Increased “ransomware” emailsIn the past few days, many people in the McMaster community have reported malicious emails which contain attachments infected with Locky ransomware. The malicious emails . . .
July 6, 2016
Next steps in the review of academic programming structureThe Provost is providing an update on progress made as the University reviews the structure of academic programming. Last year, he asked a committee under the . . .
July 6, 2016
PACBIC recruiting new membersThe President’s Advisory Committee on Building an Inclusive Community (PACBIC) is currently recruiting new members! Are you passionate about equity and inclusion issues at McMaster? . . .
June 30, 2016
Possible Canada Post labour disruptionCanada Post is advising of the possibility of a national labour disruption beginning July 2. A disruption in postal services will impact the University in a . . .
June 29, 2016
Invitation to participate: The Male Caregiver-Employee ExperiencePurpose: To explore the experiences of male caregiver- employees, while examining variables such as: wellbeing, self-care, coping strategies, use of community resources, and meaningfulness of . . .
June 29, 2016
Nominations open for the Graduate Student Recognition AwardsNominations open for the Graduate Student Recognition Awards Has your supervisor played a pivotal role in your graduate experience? Perhaps one of your teaching . . .