Highlights from McMaster’s 2024 Student Staff Development Conference
The day began with an insightful testimony from Arlene Dosen, Executive Director and Assistant Dean, Student Success, on her journey...
How annual conference gives student staff the skills to succeed in the workforce
Every year, hundreds of McMaster students take on work opportunities within the university and in turn, get connected to an...
How to engage, expand and explore beyond the classroom: Advice from upper-year students
Engage, Expand and Explore: Opportunities Beyond the Classroom featured two panel discussions led by nine upper-year students. Additionally, information booths...
Bridge the gap from the classroom to the workplace with work-integrated learning
What is work-integrated learning (WIL)? What if we told you there’s a way to take your learning beyond the lecture...
How to secure a research opportunity: Getting started
Where should I start? Who can I ask about finding a position in my field of interest? How can I...
Peer Leader Program
The Peer Leader program includes a volunteer opportunity, scheduled professional development and connections to your peers. Browse all the appointment...
Pathways: From a Political Science education to the world of work
With so many potential career paths, how do students start narrowing their options and taking action to enter the world...
National Hackathon promotes student wellness and innovative thinking
Team from McMaster University takes first place with an app that promotes healthy eating The team members — Tanjot Grewal,...
Get the one-on-one support you need this year
Types of appointments and support Browse all the appointment types to find out how you can access support. Then, book...
Creating a side gig: How to monetize your passion
You can invest your time to start a “side gig,” which is an entrepreneurial opportunity based on your interests. Follow...
8 key entrepreneurship terms you should know
If you're new to the world of entrepreneurship and business innovation, then there's a good chance you're not clued in...
Fostering global entrepreneurship at McMaster
Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) is a collection of activities, competitions and events aimed at making it easier for anyone, anywhere...
Supporting youth literacy and numeracy: An interview with Frontier College
Frontier College is a national charitable literacy organization that offers literacy and numeracy programs for children and youth. They’re also...
Finding a co-op with help from CAPS
Booking an appointment with CAPS was one of the best decisions I have made for my career... I didn’t know...
Sharon and Cecilia discuss problem-solving, critical thinking and extracurriculars
Students always seem to think that, "I need to have industry experience. I need to have a really professional internship...