Awards & Honours

A world-class oncologist, a former deputy prime minister and a visionary in information technology are among those with McMaster ties who have been recognized for their work and contributions.

At a ceremony held in association with McMaster University's Faculty of Health Sciences, six outstanding health leaders were inducted into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame.

Five outstanding McMaster students are the 2025 recipients of the President's Award of Excellence in Student Leadership.

Adrien Crossman, Ardyn Gibbs, Eli Nolet and Deborah Sloboda are on the shortlist for the Hamilton Arts Awards in the Creator Awards category.

Meet the four exceptional recipients of the 2025 President's Award for Outstanding Contributions to Teaching and Learning.

How finding her community at McMaster made all the difference for Sarah Cushnie - and inspired her to give back.

Walker, a musicologist who specializes in the music of the Romantic composers, is only the seventh honorary doctor in the history of Budapest's Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music - one of the world's top music schools.

'A learning opportunity of a lifetime' - students showed outstanding innovation, technical excellence, and teamwork to take home top prize.

From a culture of collaboration, to paying it forward and creating opportunities for others: 'McMaster taught me that.'

Alador Bereketab and Emily Nobes are among 20 students selected from nearly 700 applicants for Canada's largest leadership-based scholarship.

How Michelle Cadieux went from struggling undergrad to award-winning psychology instructor.

Created by philanthropists and community leaders Wayne and Nigela Purboo, the awards recognize the BSSC's work to empower students by giving them the skills, networks and support they need to thrive.