McMaster Archive

December 11, 2019

McMaster Discovery Program inspires a passion for lifelong learning

Nineteen Hamilton residents graduated from McMaster's Discovery Program this weekend, a free university-level learning experience for Hamilton community members who have faced barriers to education.

December 9, 2019

“A number walks into a bar…”

Arts & Science student wins a writing contest for a STEM-themed short story featuring a character named Zero.

July 12, 2019

McMaster researchers work with scientists in Peru to unlock glaciers’ secrets

A research trip to Peru is just one of the many research and academic projects that are currently done in collaboration with Peru’s National Institute for Research in Glaciers and Mountain Ecosystems (INAIGEM).

July 4, 2019

Experiencing an exchange program in a whole new way

A new Arts and Science course will help students returning from studying abroad, international exchange students and students thinking about global engagement opportunities reflect on the experiences of studying in unfamiliar places.

June 10, 2019

Meet today’s Arts and Science Valedictorian

If you could have any superpower what would it be? What is your definition of success? Meet Joshua Marando, the valedictorian at the June 10 convocation for the Faculty of Arts & Science.

May 23, 2019

Seeing the forest — and the trees

An engineering grad teams up with Arts and Science students to come up with new ways to use unwanted wood.

April 4, 2019

Students explore nature through interdisciplinary courses

Students from the Arts & Science program and the Faculty of Science explore nature in two interdisciplinary courses.

February 28, 2019

Artsci grad welcomes newcomers to Canada through epic outdoor adventures

Adrienne Blattel ‘98 founded the Intercultural Outdoor Program to help connect, educate and integrate newcomers to the country through fun-filled outdoor adventures.

February 20, 2019

Working at the intersection of research and creative writing

On the surface, creative fiction and research might seem different -- but writer-turned-prof Anton Piatigorsky will tell you they're not only connected, but dependent on each other.

December 14, 2018

Discovering education

The McMaster Discovery Program knocks down barriers to post-secondary education.

December 12, 2018

Arts & Science prof an advocate for environmentalism

Lynda Lukasik brings her community experience into the classroom.

November 1, 2018

Acclaimed playwright to visit McMaster in Arts and Science and Socrates Project collaboration

Arun Lakra, an eye surgeon by day and a professional artist by night, will be visiting McMaster University from November 6-8, 2018

March 8, 2018

Arts and Science program holds inaugural New World of Work forum

Alumnus Bruce Miyashita funds a series of annual forums designed to help Arts and Science students make the connection between school and work