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Tag: Engaging Communities
News, research, and other announcements.
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The Legacy of Learning to Give Back
For 12 years, the Strategic Philanthropy and Leadership course made a meaningful impact on students, instructors and the local community.
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An Evening of Accolades 2024: A Legacy of Impact
The DeGroote community celebrates Jane Peverett, 2024 recipient of the Wayne C. Fox Distinguished Alumni Award.
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Planting Sustainability: Commerce Greensuits Help Restore McMaster Biodiversity
The Commerce Greensuits, in collaboration with Nature at McMaster, work to restore the natural ecosystem on campus.
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Finding Her People: Jane Peverett’s Journey From McMaster to the Boardroom
Jane Peverett (BCom ’80) is the 2024 recipient of the Wayne C. Fox Distinguished Alumni Award.
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The Future of Sustainable Practices: Paving the Way to a Greener Future
Sustainability experts explore the future of sustainability practices and how to create an environmentally-conscious society.
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New Partnership Propels Researcher’s ‘CrowdFeeding’ Project Through Rich Data
DeGroote partners with Environics Analytics to harness Canadian data sets in support of food rescue research.
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Inspire Inclusion: DeGroote Community Share Their Thoughts for Women’s History Month
To celebrate Women’s History Month 2024 we asked the DeGroote community to share their thoughts on inclusivity.
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Sally Blackwell on Leading With Collaboration and the Value of Life-Long Learning
Sally Blackwell shares reflections on her leadership journey, the importance of collaboration and key disruptors in the energy industry.
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Navigating the World of Money Management: McMaster World Congress Focuses on Financial Literacy
McMaster World Congress, Canada’s longest running student-run business conference, celebrates 45 years with a focus on financial literacy.
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Insights Into Healthcare: Reimagining Healthcare From the Patient’s Perspective
HLA National Health Fellow and patient care advocate Donald Carty shares his insights on providing patients with care and dignity.
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New Gift Fosters Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship at McMaster
John Whelen (MBA '88) and his wife, Stormie Stewart, establish a new innovation fellowship to support McMaster graduate students.
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Transforming Halton Region Into a Digital-First Municipality
Senior IT expert Gino Alborino (EMBA ’23) is innovating service delivery for residents in one of Canada’s fastest-growing communities.