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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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Planned water service disruption at McMaster University Medical Centre overnight August 7

The disruption is expected to begin at midnight and last until approximately 6 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 7.
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Water service restored throughout McMaster University Medical Centre following planned overnight repair

Some work will continue over the next few days, and it is anticipated that this will have minimal impact on site operations.

Awards & Honours

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Professor Emeritus John Fox honoured posthumously at American Sociological Association awards

Sociology professor emeritus John Fox, who passed away in 2025, was awarded the Distinguished Career Award for the Practice of Sociology.
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McMaster Professor Matthew Miller receives national award for excellence in vaccine research

Miller will use the new funding to support the development of next-generation inhaled vaccines that prevent respiratory infections caused by viruses with epidemic and pandemic potential.
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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.

Leadership & Governance

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McMaster to host National Building Reconciliation Forum 2027

National gathering will bring together Indigenous and non-Indigenous students, faculty, staff, community members and post-secondary leaders to advance reconciliation in higher education.
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Alumni Association welcomes Margaret Zanel '89 '90 to presidency

New association president to focus on connection, engagement and giving back.
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Senate Bulletin 2025-2026 available

The bulletin provides a high-level overview of the Senate's activities during the 2025-2026 governance year.