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December 17, 2014

Nominations now open for President’s Awards for Outstanding Contributions to Teaching and Learning

Nominations are now open for the President’s Awards for Outstanding Contributions to Teaching and Learning 2015. These awards demonstrate the value McMaster attaches to its educational function and . . .

December 17, 2014

McMaster’s new Labour Distribution Reports

Some of the most eagerly anticipated reports from McMaster’’s new HR system are now available. The new set of Labour Distribution reports will provide information . . .

December 16, 2014

Open call: University Library ‘Faculty-Member-in-Residence’

July 1, 2015 – June 30, 2016 Are you looking for an opportunity to enhance your 2015/16 research leave experience in a local (on-campus) setting? . . .

December 15, 2014

B.Tech. recognized at the Wharton – QS Stars Reimagine Education conference

The Bachelor of Technology program submitted an application to the 2014 Wharton – QS Stars Reimagine Education Conference in Philadelphia, PA. B.Tech. was shortlisted in . . .

December 15, 2014

Watch for typos when surfing McMaster website

There is a very real and urgent internet based threat targeting McMaster University.  A malicious actor is using URLs that closely resemble “mcmaster.ca” websites to . . .

December 12, 2014

Holiday Open House raises funds for Hamilton Food Share

Thanks to the generosity of faculty and staff that attended the Annual Holiday Open House on main campus and at the Downtown Centre, 15 boxes . . .

December 12, 2014

McMaster launches new scheduling system

This week Mosaic introduced McMaster’s new course catalogue and scheduling systems. The central scheduling and exams office has worked diligently to begin using the system . . .

December 12, 2014

Preventing and responding to sexual violence

McMaster places the highest priority on student safety and ensuring that our campus is welcoming, safe and inclusive for all members of our community. Sexual . . .

December 11, 2014

The role of rankings

McMaster has maintained its position as one of the top 100 universities in the world for many years. But the various rankings evolve over time . . .

December 10, 2014

University Scholar applications due Dec. 15

Applications for the title of University Scholar are due Dec. 15. The title is awarded by the Senate only to full-time members of the faculty . . .

December 10, 2014

Reminder: University storm closure policy

The weather forecast calls for snowfall in the Hamilton area over the coming days. Read: McMaster’s Storm Closure Policy The University remains open unless it is formally . . .

December 10, 2014

Dec. 10: McMaster’s Innovation Studio checks in with community

All are welcome to attend the next session of Innovation Studio, the key community engagement platform for the W Booth School of Engineering Practice at McMaster. This . . .

December 9, 2014

Changes to parking payment methods

On January 1, 2015 many of our parking  pay stations will ONLY accept credit card (Mastercard, Visa, American Express) and debit cards, not cash transactions. . . .

December 8, 2014

Biology Graduate Research Day presentation winners

The Department of Biology celebrated its second annual Graduate Research Day on Thursday, December 4. It was a rousing success with over 35 students presenting . . .

December 8, 2014

It’s not too late to support United Way

Have you seen the United Way Campaign thermometers posted throughout the campus? McMaster’s United Way campaign is currently 85% of the way to reaching our . . .

December 4, 2014

Try yoga and de-stress during exams

Want some help during exam time? Holiday stress getting to you? You need to relax your mind and body and feel refreshed, and this yoga . . .

December 3, 2014

Please review your personal tax exemptions

The Canada Revenue Agency suggests employees review their tax exemption elections each year to ensure they are being taxed at the correct rate and (hopefully) . . .

December 3, 2014

TMG, MUALA and UNIFOR Members: Register now for winter Leadership Programs

TMG, MUALA and UNIFOR Members: Register now for winter Leadership Programs The New Manager Orientation Program is designed for new people managers (TMG and MUALA) . . .

December 3, 2014

Lunch and learn workshop: What’s in a word, insult or inclusion?

In support of Human Rights Day, the Healthy Workplace Committee is pleased to partner with Human Rights & Equity Services to provide an opportunity for . . .

December 3, 2014

Students invited to help plan Frost Festival

Frost Festival organizers are inviting students to respond to a short survey to indicate what they would like to see and do at this inaugural event. Part . . .