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Search begins for new director, Student Wellness

Rosanne Kent, longtime director of the Student Wellness Centre and a champion of student health and well-being, is retiring this spring.
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The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

Information and resources from the Equity and Inclusion Office for the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, a United Nations observance to address racial discrimination worldwide.
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McMaster strengthens support for Canadian suppliers, workers and community amid U.S. tariffs

The university is taking a Team Canada and Team Ontario approach to mitigate the impact of tariffs, by supporting local suppliers, sharing expert insights and equipping workers with new and strengthened skills.
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Innis Library set to open fall 2025

The business library will be on the third floor of the new McLean Centre for Collaborative Discovery.
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Stay safe and be a good neighbour this St. Patrick’s Day

As St. Patrick's Day approaches, McMaster University reminds students to celebrate responsibly and respect the surrounding community.
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Jeremiah Hurley to serve as acting provost during transition period

The dean of Social Sciences is stepping into the provost's role from April through June, as Susan Tighe prepares for her transition to university president.
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Supporting McMaster’s financial sustainability: An update for faculty and staff from senior leaders

The university has benefited from our collective efforts to steward our resources, and this is a time to stay on that path, write Provost Susan Tighe and Saher Fazilat, vice-president of Operations and Finance.
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McMaster University is a national leader in investment decarbonization

McMaster has reduced the carbon footprint of its investments by close to 79 per cent - six years ahead of the university's goal of a 75 per cent reduction by 2030.

Message from the Provost on approval of McMaster’s 2024-25 budget

Earlier today the Board of Governors approved McMaster University's consolidated budget for the 2024-25 academic year.
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McMaster’s strategic plan refresh: Have your say

McMaster has engaged Higher Education Strategy Associates to help refresh the university's current strategic plan. In the coming days, McMaster faculty staff and students will receive a survey asking for input on the future direction of the university.
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New University Registrar brings a wealth of expertise and insight

Darran A. Fernandez brings to McMaster a deep commitment to student success and an understanding of the challenges students face.

McMaster introduces provisional guidelines for employee use of AI

The new guidelines aim to help employees use AI tools effectively and responsibly in their work, offering tools, resources and workshops.