Celebrating Black History Month
FACULTY   STAFF   STUDENT

Black History Month at McMaster – Rooted in Community: Opening Celebration

The Equity and Inclusion Office invites the campus community to join us for events launching Black History Month.

Register

Celebrating Black History Month

When

February 3, 2026
11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Where

The Nest Atrium

Cost

Free - no registration required


About

The Equity and Inclusion Office invites the campus community to join us for signature events launching Black History Month, centered on this year’s theme, Rooted: Our Legacy, Our Strength, Our Future honouring Black legacy, creativity, and entrepreneurship.

 

Rooted in Community: Opening Celebration

Date: Tuesday, February 3
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Location: The Nest Atrium
Black History Month officially begins with a campus-wide gathering featuring remarks from senior administration, the Equity and Inclusion Office, and a student representative. Together, they will reflect on this year’s theme and its significance to our campus community. The celebration will also include two live performances highlighting Black artistry, culture, and creative excellence.

 

Please also see EIO’s Black History Month website.

Upcoming Events

ACADEMIC STUDENT

Executive MBA in Digital Transformation: Information Session

March 12, 2026
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Online

Join this live webinar to learn about DeGroote’s 14-month EMBA, admissions, curriculum, and how it prepares leaders for digital change.

FACULTY STAFF STUDENT

Luminary Academic Membership – Reflections

March 18, 2026
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Online

We will hear insights from our 2025/26 Luminary Academic Members about the impact of their Luminary membership.

ACADEMIC

Graduate Certificate in Data Science, Applied AI, & Org Leadership Webinar

March 25, 2026
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Webinar

Future students are invited to our Graduate Academic Certificate in Data Science, Applied AI, & Organizational Leadership information session, tailored to help you learn more about the program.

ACADEMIC STUDENT

Life @ DeGroote: The First-Year Student Panel

March 26, 2026 to March 26, 2026
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Virtual

Life @ DeGroote: The First-Year Student Panel

FACULTY STAFF STUDENT

Community-Engaged Research Conference 2026

March 26, 2026
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

1 James St N

Join researchers, students, and community partners for a full day celebrating community engaged research excellence.

ALUMNI FACULTY STUDENT

Business Meets Health – Alumni Networking Reception

March 26, 2026
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Mercatto - Discovery District | Toronto, ON

Connect with alumni, faculty and students from the DeGroote School of Business and Faculty of Health Sciences who share a passion for driving excellence and innovation in healthcare.

ACADEMIC

Executive Leadership Reception: Explore the DeGroote EMBA in Digital Transformation

March 26, 2026
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Online Webinar

Explore how the DeGroote Executive MBA in Digital Transformation prepares leaders to drive innovation and organizational change. Hear from Academic Director Dr. Milena Head.

ACADEMIC ALUMNI FACULTY STUDENT

McMaster Accounting Research Symposium

April 23, 2026
8:45 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

DSB Main Campus

The McMaster Accounting Research Symposium brings together accounting academics from the region and hosts top accounting scholars to share cutting-edge research findings.