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A grid of 11 of the Spring 2026 valedictorians' headshots with the McMaster logo.

Meet the Valedictorians of Spring 2026 

Words of wisdom, moments that mattered and — of course — the special spots on campus: Insights from the inspiring students leading the Class of ’26 out into the world.
Three people stand in an busy Olympic ice arena, one of them is an athlete.

The power of friendship: Behind Olympian Madeline Schizas’ McMaster journey 

'I truly believe I’ll be friends with my roommates for the rest of my life,' says the figure skater, who graduates from the Faculty of Social Sciences this week — alongside her friends.
The Canadian flag at half-mast at the centre of campus

Campus flags lowered in memory of Terry Gingerich

A driver on the Mailroom and Logistics team, Gingerich brought a sense of humour and laughter to the garage.
Katie George smiles while standing outdoors on campus. in the corner is a

Katie George builds a community of brilliant, resilient future leaders

As program manager and research coordinator for the McCall MacBain Postdoctoral Fellows Teaching and Leadership Program, George supports and sees the potential in every postdoc.
About 16 people line up in to pose on stage in L.R. Wilson Concert Hall.

2026 Alumni Awards celebrate Mac grads’ contributions

Sixteen exceptional graduates and current students were recognized for their contributions to global and local communities through research, leadership, innovation, impact and service.
A group of people hold hands and perform a traditional round dance on a stage.

Hugs, tears, laughter and family: Scenes from the Indigenous Graduate Celebration 

‘Whatever the path looks like for you, we always believed in you and we knew that you would make it here.’
A group of university students, dressed up and wearing stoles around their necks, stands by an archway.

Role model: Stephen Babalola embraced every opportunity

Between a full course load, guiding fellow students, launching a business and modelling, Babalola's university journey was a study in balance.
Rayna Trepanier standing on campus with a cherry tree blooming behind her. in the corner is a People of McMaster logo.

‘There’s a world of difference between accepting and tolerating trans people’ 

Whether she’s supporting grad students, umpiring baseball nationals or helping colleagues understand allyship, Rayna Trepanier brings energy, enthusiasm and humour wherever she goes.
A rainbow flag flying on McMaster's University Hall. There is a rainbow in the sky behind the flag.

Pride Month at McMaster: Events and resources 

Starting with a launch event for staff and faculty, Pride Month will also feature workshops, webinars and programming for students.
Group photo of about 25 or 30 smiling students wearing green LANMU graduation stoles

Joy, achievement and community: Special celebration honours Latin American/Latinx student success

Faculty, staff, loved ones and community members shared their joy and pride with graduating students at the third annual Latin American/Latinx Graduate Celebration.
A group of more than 100 students wearing Kente stoles assembled on stage for a photo.

‘Black excellence is never a solo act’

Rooted in community, rising in excellence: The best photos and moments from this year's Black Excellence Graduate Celebration.
Graduation robes hang on a metal rack.

A guide to McMaster convocation traditions

Iron rings, colourful robes and grads in red shoes: Here are a few of the traditions you might spot this convocation season.