A group of DeGroote alumni warmly smiling at a lively networking event.

DeGroote alumni network

A group of DeGroote alumni warmly smiling at a lively networking event.

Your DeGroote journey doesn’t end with convocation

Being part of our alumni community means that you will always be connected to a talented and supportive network of more than 29,000 DeGroote alumni and 254,000 McMaster alumni in 140 countries around the world.

There are many ways to get involved and support the DeGroote community:

  • Connect: Update your contact information to receive updates on events and opportunities.
  • Champion: Volunteer your time and expertise, or host an event.
  • Partner: Support experiential learning by offering co-op or internship opportunities through your workplace.
  • Celebrate: Share your career story or recognize a deserving fellow alumnus by nominating them for an award.
  • Support: Make a meaningful gift directed to an area that matters most to you.

Let’s connect! Our Alumni team would love to hear about your journey after graduation and the ways you would like to stay involved with the DeGroote community.

McMaster Alumni Association

Enjoy offers on products and services by accessing exclusive alumni benefits.

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Recruit at DeGroote

Our DeGroote’s Career and Professional Development team works with Alumni organizations to meet unique recruitment needs.

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The McLean Centre for Collaborative Discovery

Learn more about the DeGroote School of Business’s new innovative learning space.

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Alumni awards

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Wayne C. Fox Distinguished Alumni Award

The prestigious Wayne C. Fox Distinguished Alumni Award is DeGroote’s highest honour, celebrating exceptional alumni whose impact, achievements and character have enhanced the reputation of the DeGroote School of Business and McMaster University. Nominate an alum whose story and impact deserve to be celebrated.

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DeGroote Alumni Social Impact Award

The DeGroote Alumni Social Impact Award honours graduates who are creating tangible and sustainable social change. Established in 2025, it celebrates changemakers who are improving lives in their community (or beyond!) through leadership, innovation and creativity.

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DeGroote Alumni Stories

Alumni Events

ALUMNI FACULTY STUDENT

Agility in the 21st Century Conference

October 23, 2026 to October 23, 2026
at 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Ron Joyce Centre

On October 23, the Foresight Lab is hosting the Agility in the 21st Century Conference, a full-day gathering exploring the conditions, enablers, and levers of agility.

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ALUMNI FACULTY

Executive Masterclass on Foresight and Futures Literacy

October 22, 2026 to October 22, 2026
at 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Art Gallery of Hamilton

On October 22, the Foresight Lab is presenting the second Executive Masterclass on Foresight and Futures Literacy for C-suite executives and board directors.

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ALUMNI FACULTY

Strategic Foresight Certification Program

October 19, 2026 to November 6, 2026
at 9:00 a.m.

Hybrid - Hamilton, Burlington, Online

In October, the Foresight Lab will host the 2026 cohort of the Strategic Foresight Certification Program, co-delivered by the Director of the Foresight Lab and the former UNESCO Head of Foresight.

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Giving to DeGroote

Help shape students’ DeGroote experience and support tomorrow’s business leaders. Direct your gift to an area that matters most to you.

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Contact our Alumni Team

Chris Fitchett


Chris Fitchett

Associate Director, Alumni Engagement

fitchetc@mcmaster.ca

Lynn Matisz


Lynn Matisz

Alumni Engagement Officer

matiszl@mcmaster.ca