Journeys

The dangers of contract cheating and how to protect yourself 

Although … the guidelines do specify a minimum of three outside sources, and you haven’t even chosen a topic yet....

A guide to seasonal employment: find your next work opportunity 

What is seasonal employment?  Seasonal employment refers to temporary jobs with pre-determined end dates. Many employers require additional help at...

Hello Hamilton Tour: Nature Edition 

1) Canterbury Falls   Canterbury Falls, located on Canterbury Creek, is a beautiful 9.5-meter ribbon-style waterfall maintained by the Hamilton Lions...

Hello Hamilton Tour: Exploring the Vibrant James St North 

Getting to James St North  Getting to James St North from the main campus is easy. Take the 1, 5,...

Hello Hamilton Tour: Discover the Charm of Locke Street

Getting to Locke Street  Reaching Locke Street from the main campus is a breeze. Simply hop on the 1, 5,...

Hello Hamilton Tour: Westdale Village, A Gem Near Campus

Westdale Village has all these qualities and is the perfect spot for a day out, whether you’re in the mood...

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...

Jillian speaking with a student

How to gain experience when you don’t have experience

When I first met Melisa, she was a new grad exploring career options and was concerned about the level of...

Navigating university as a first-generation student

Faced with difficult decisions, many of them had to choose between upholding a family business and pursuing higher education, a...

Alexa Braverman, fourth year, Howard Schimmer, fourth year, Ryan Vo, third year, Linh Nguyen, third year, Aaron Roodhart, third year, Dina Elhanan, fourth year and Amanda Round, fourth year.

Summer job search advice from McMaster students

Last Wednesday, we hosted the Summer Job Peer Panel. Career counsellor, Tanya Kett, shares that this is a popular event...

Upper-year students share their advice dealing with test anxiety

Destiny’s story Being a student who always wanted to do well, I placed a lot of pressure on myself. This...

Student writing in a lecture hall

What I learned in second-year, as a fourth-year student

1. Invest time in building your skills Everyone wants to succeed, get good grades, and feel confident in their academic abilities...

students enjoying food around a table

10 favourite food spots, on and off McMaster campus

On campus Off campus Food places that accept student card off campus Nabeelah (she/her) is the program support assistant for...

Student in a meeting

Interviewing a professor

Learn more about Dr. Cadieux’s journey navigating post-secondary and now teaching at McMaster University.

Students helping move-in during Welcome Week

My residence experience: a quick guide on what to expect

Move-in day What really surprised me was how fast and organized move-in day was. There were so many students helping...

Three students walking through Edwards Arch.

University on a budget

Here are some strategies for university students looking to save money. Easy and quick healthy recipes Sometimes you don’t have...

Ignite students at Hamilton sign

Exploring Hamilton as a McMaster student

Exploring Hamilton can be inexpensive, active and convenient. Make sure to always keep an eye out for deals on events/activities...

Student typing on a laptop

Ways to organize your time in university

Today, I will be focusing on organizing your time and using time pockets outside of class to get some studying...

A university term of firsts

Signing off This term will undoubtedly be one that is full of firsts, and I hope after reading this blog,...

Student smiling and sitting

Staying on top of your first-year workload 

The work may seem significantly harder, and I remember already feeling behind after the first week of school. With the...