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Help shape McMaster University’s future

Our community came together to mark the start of a new, exciting chapter in McMaster’s history, shaping the university’s next strategic plan — a roadmap that will guide our priorities, investments and impact for the next five years.

What can you imagine for McMaster’s future? Have your say! Learn more and share your thoughts here

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Campus Community

Touch grass: Annual Earth Day Fair combines campus sustainability, DIY houseplants, healthy treats

This year's fair features hands-on activities and interactive displays that bring sustainability to life, as well as a chance to win a pair of AirPods.

April 13, 2026

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Impact & Service

“A playground for creativity”

After a successful pilot year last summer, Arts at McMaster has opened registrations for their popular summer arts camps.

April 10, 2026

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Campus Community

McMaster mourns the loss of Flynn Pavlovsky

Flags on campus will be lowered today as the community pauses to honour his memory.

April 7, 2026

Awards & Honours

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Awards & Honours

University veterinarian Kathleen Delaney receives Harry C. Rowsell Lifetime Achievement Award

The award from the Canadian Council on Animal Care recognizes Delaney’s exceptional contributions to animal care and welfare practices in science.  

April 21, 2026

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Awards & Honours

'He is the GOAT’: Students select MSU Teaching Award winners 

In their own words, here's what students had to say about their instructors’ teaching, kindness, communication, energy and commitment to student success. 

April 16, 2026

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Awards & Honours

Two local community research partnerships receive $10K each  

The EMBOLDEN study with older adults and a project on local 2SLGBTQ+ histories were recognized at the Community-Engaged Research Awards. 

April 8, 2026

Leadership & Governance

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Leadership & Governance

We enter the spring with momentum and optimism: A message from President Susan Tighe

As we turn the corner from winter, President Susan Tighe shares updates about the past few months, and wishes students the best as they finish critical assignments and prepare for exams.

March 31, 2026

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Campus Community

Celebrating the people who make McMaster thrive

On Employee Appreciation Day, we celebrate the dedication and passion of McMaster faculty and staff who make our university exceptional.

March 6, 2026

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Leadership & Governance

Get to know the CEO of McMaster Innovation Park: Q & A with Gailene Tobin Vandenheuvel

Leadership, innovation and hot yoga: The head of MIP shares insights on her life, approach and vision.

February 26, 2026

Other news

McMaster and CUPE 3906 Unit 4 reach first tentative agreement Learn More

The new bargaining unit represents Residence Life staff at the university.

ETB cleared to reopen Learn More

Floors 1 through 5 of the Engineering Technology Building will reopen on Thursday, Feb. 5 following a safety assessment.

McMaster and SEIU Local Unit 2 reach tentative agreement Learn More

The university and Service Employees’ International Union (SEIU), Local 2, representing Machinists, have reached a tentative agreement.