Two women engaged in conversation at the PhD 45th Anniversary Celebration event.
ALUMNI

PhD 45th Anniversary Celebration

Join us for an evening of networking and celebration as we commemorate the 45th Anniversary of the DeGroote PhD program.

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Two women engaged in conversation at the PhD 45th Anniversary Celebration event.

When

September 19, 2024
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Cost

Free. Registration Required


PhD 45th Anniversary Celebration

Please join us for a wonderful gala reception and dinner in celebration of the 45th Anniversary of DeGroote’s PhD Program

DeGroote PhD alumni, students, faculty and staff are cordially invited to attend this special milestone occasion marking the 45th anniversary of the PhD program. The evening will include a cocktail reception, seated dinner, and the opportunity to connect and network with fellow members of the PhD community.

Attire for the evening is Business Professional.

Please register by Monday, September 9, 2024.

Contact

Chris Fitchett ( fitchetc@mcmaster.ca )

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