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Students in white clothes, led by one with blue hair, pull at a rope during a Welcome Week tug of war.

In photos: Welcome Week 2026

Hundreds of student reps. Thousands of incoming students. More than 140 events. Here are some scenes from Welcome Week 2026.
Students in McMaster gear walk near University Hall.

McMaster to launch Bolder Together on Sept. 16 with community event and livestream 

The launch of the strategic plan will feature voices of faculty members, students, alumni, staff and community partners, as well as a Q&A with senior leaders.
Four McMaster Marauders football players during the 2025 Homecoming game, in a packed Ron Joyce Stadium.

McMaster Homecoming 2026: What you need to know 

The Homecoming football game, a Swae Lee concert, and a day-long festival of fun activities: Here’s what the MSU, Student Affairs and Athletics & Recreation have lined up to celebrate students and bring the campus community together. 

Engineering resilience: Expert Ramla Qureshi on mitigating the impact of wildfires

As the threat of wildfire becomes increasingly more frequent for Canadians, the civil engineering professor is diving deep into the role of an engineer in times of crisis.

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From Willy Dogs to Welcome Week, recent McMaster grads share the campus traditions every Marauder should experience
 
What’s your favourite tradition?👇
Welcome Week 2026 is just days away! Recent grads share their advice for making the most out of the experience 
 
What’s your top tip for our newest Marauders?👇
 
Find the full Welcome Week schedule in our bio + 
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