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L.R. “Red” Wilson: A champion of McMaster University

For more than six decades, L.R. "Red" Wilson has been an extraordinary champion of McMaster University. View a timeline of his many contributions here.

September 20, 2022

Red Wilson in suit talking to a group of students outside

For more than six decades, L.R. “Red” Wilson has been an extraordinary champion of McMaster University.

For more than six decades, L.R. “Red” Wilson has been an extraordinary champion of McMaster University. View a timeline of his many contributions below. See full interactive timeline here.

A large group of people stands for a photo in front of a fancy house.

‘Your presence has a purpose’: Black students learn from industry leaders

Inaugural Black Leadership Academy provides a forum for Black students to learn about leadership through relationships.

September 9, 2026

Lines of students holding ropes to pull a decorated truck.

Heavy lifting: Engineering students set to pull bus for charity

A long-standing McMaster Engineering tradition returns to Bayfront Park this week to raise money for Hamilton’s Neighbour to Neighbour Centre.

September 1, 2026

Four people stand in a gymnasium in front of a large pop-up planetarium.

Have planetarium, will travel

McMaster professor and students bring Giizhebaa Giizhig: Revolving Sky event to Mattagami First Nation.

August 31, 2026