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Welcome to the neighbourhood

As McMaster students move into the areas around campus, the university is reminding them to be good neighbours who contribute to a great living environment.
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McMaster welcomes three new Loran Scholars for 2026 

Emily Gustus, Jin Lu Yu, and Hector Loiselle have been awarded more than $100,000 over four years of undergraduate study for their desire to leave the world better than they found it.
A row of women are at various stages of lifting weights; the woman in focus is lifting them above her head and another woman stands behind her, guiding her on her form.

StrongHER helps women in midlife build strength training skills

The StrongHER program was created to meet the need for a demographic that can benefit hugely from strength training but might also face barriers to entry when it comes to starting and maintaining a workout routine.
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Shreya Jha: Pediatric resident by day, playwright by night

Jha's latest production, premiering at the Hamilton Fringe Festival, reflects her twin passions — caring for children and telling their stories — and how the two work in tandem.
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Sophie Dimitriw has a taste for culinary excellence

Only a few years into her career, Dimitriw has already made a name for herself in culinary competitions. But for her, the real win is learning, adapting and embracing opportunities to be creative.
Maggie Cockburn stands with her arms crossed, smiling, in a classroom. in the top left corner is the logo for People of McMaster.

Maggie Cockburn is leading the charge to train the next generation of leaders

The project coordinator for the Susan Cunningham Science Leadership Academy gives students the space, opportunity and support they need to discover and reflect on their full leadership potential.
Saher Fazilat, wearing a blazer, smiling in an outdoor setting on campus. In the top left is a word mark for Conversations With Leaders.

Get to know the Vice-President, Operations and Finance: Saher Fazilat

Fazilat shares insights on leadership, operational excellence and the opportunities she sees for McMaster's future.
Custodian Berta Lovo smiles while holding a broom handle in a mcMaster building.

Berta Lovo takes pride in creating a space where students feel they belong 

'When I leave at sunrise and look back, I say to myself, ‘You did a good job.’ That’s what makes me proud.'
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New grads, you can still use McMaster Libraries 

McMaster graduates can continue borrowing books, accessing select research resources, and receiving support from the libraries long after convocation. 
A group hug for Kindred Spirits drummers and about 10 students and friends who joined them in leading out the graduating students.

National Indigenous Peoples Day

A showcase of the students, staff and faculty at McMaster who enrich our community with diverse perspectives and Ways of Knowing.
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Artwork by Santee Smith unveiled in new Obama Presidential Center

McMaster’s Chancellor Emeritus has re-created a piece of pottery for the Oval Office exhibit. Her father, Steve Smith, created the original, which was on display in the Obama White House.
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Stephanie Harper appointed director, Student Success Centre

Harper has worked for more than 20 years in student services, with a focus on improving the student experience, developing integrated, future-focused support models, and helping students prepare for life beyond university.