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![Connectivity in the COVID era and beyond by Dean Waverman](https://www.degroote.mcmaster.ca/files/2021/04/Dean-thumb-telecom.jpg)
The state of Canada’s telecommunications
The pandemic highlighted that reliable telecommunications infrastructure is essential for work and education for millions of Canadians.
![Brent McKnight and Sandra Lapointe](https://www.degroote.mcmaster.ca/files/2021/04/Brent-Sandra-thumb.jpg)
Shock-proofing for non-profit managers
An innovative partnership receives funding from Canada’s Future Skills Centre to help develop the skills of non-profit managers.
![Jon Selig](https://www.degroote.mcmaster.ca/files/2021/03/Jon-thumb.jpg)
Get to know Jon Selig
Get to know a bit more about DeGroote alumnus Jon Selig, who helps sellers create punchlines that build pipeline.
![Quentin Broad](https://www.degroote.mcmaster.ca/files/2021/03/QuentinBroad2.jpg)
Taking a path less travelled
Quentin Broad's reputation and character underpins his recognition as the 2020 recipient of the Wayne C. Fox Distinguished Alumni Award.
![McMaster campus in fall](https://www.degroote.mcmaster.ca/files/2021/03/FallPlanning_thumb.jpg)
Update on planning for Fall 2021
McMaster is focusing first on bringing students back to campus for safe and meaningful experiences both inside and outside of the classroom.
![DSB Champions Challengers: Ashley Hum](https://www.degroote.mcmaster.ca/files/2021/03/Ashley-Hum_thumb.jpg)
The secret to alumna Ashley Hum’s staying power
As an executive leadership recruiter at Google, Ashley Hum (BCom'10) is helping source the next best talent for Google Cloud.
![Julia Liberale and Tobias Olusanya](https://www.degroote.mcmaster.ca/files/2021/03/CEWIL-thumb.png)
Employers share their view on DeGroote MBA students
MBA candidates Tobias Olusanya and Julia Liberale were selected as McMaster’s nominees for Canada’s CEWIL Co-op of the Year Award.
![online curation media concept](https://www.degroote.mcmaster.ca/files/2021/03/Journalism-thumb.jpg)
Journalism jobs are precarious, financially insecure and require family support
Erin Reid and Farnaz Ghaedipour study how people in precarious employment handle the day-to-day demands of their work.
![Student with computer](https://www.degroote.mcmaster.ca/files/2021/03/Student-with-computer-thumb.jpg)
DeGroote added to Microsoft’s Canada Skills Program
Microsoft extends Canada Skills Program to DeGroote, enabling more students to graduate with in-demand tech skills.
![Aadil Merali](https://www.degroote.mcmaster.ca/files/2021/03/Aadil-Merali-SM.png)
Aadil Merali receives Dr. S. J. Basu Teaching Award
Assistant Professor Aadil Merali is one of DeGroote's professors who received a teaching award in the MBA Program.
![Milena Head](https://www.degroote.mcmaster.ca/files/2021/03/Milena-Head-SM.png)
Milena Head receives Dr. S. J. Basu Teaching Award
Professor Milena Head is one of DeGroote's professors who received a teaching award in the MBA Program.
![Headshot of Sydney Rivers](https://www.degroote.mcmaster.ca/files/2021/03/Felesky-Rivers-thumb2.jpg)
Scholarship winner is expanding her professional network in venture capital
Meet the winner of the 2020 Felesky MBA Scholarship, Sydney Rivers.