By Shruthi Raghuraman, OIA Research Intern Posted on May 5, 2026 McMaster University has long prioritized building meaningful partnerships around the world. Through the Faculty Mobility for Partnership Building Grant, faculty have been able to connect with international colleagues, exchange ideas, and develop collaborations that extend beyond the classroom. This grant, funded by Global Affairs Canada, was created … Continue reading McMaster Expands Global Partnerships Through 2025–2026 Faculty Mobility Grant
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The University of the West Indies (The UWI) is deeply saddened by the passing of Professor Juliet Daniel, a distinguished Barbadian-Canadian cancer biologist. Professor Daniel, a professor at McMaster University in Canada, was no stranger to The UWI. She delivered many seminars here and as recently as February last year, she brought a cohort of … Continue reading The UWI Remembers Professor Juliet Daniel
The Distinguished University Professor was a groundbreaking cancer biologist, dedicated mentor and tireless community advocate. April 29, 2026 McMaster University is mourning the loss of Distinguished University Professor and proud Barbadian-Canadian Juliet Daniel. “My friend Professor Juliet Daniel lived a life of extraordinary consequence,” says McMaster Chancellor Nicholas Brathwaite. “She was a world-class researcher and a trailblazer who led with both … Continue reading ‘A life of extraordinary consequence’ McMaster Community mourns Professor Juliet Daniel
Dr. Juliet Daniel, McMaster University The Canada-Caribbean Institute Canadian Co-Chair, Rhonda McEwen of Victoria University, shares the following statement... It is with profound sadness that I write to share the news that our colleague and friend, Dr. Juliet Daniel, passed away on April 28, 2026. Dr. Daniel was a professor in the Department of Biology … Continue reading Dr. Juliet Daniel
By Shruthi Raghuraman, OIA Research Intern March 16, 2026 Vice-Provost, International Affairs Dr. Bonny Ibhawoh recently travelled to Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago to meet with partners at the University of the West Indies (UWI) and reconnect with members of the McMaster alumni community. The visit began at the UWI Mona campus in Jamaica, where Dr. Ibhawoh met with … Continue reading McMaster Strengthens Caribbean Partnerships During Regional Visit
Kaeleigh Lewis from Kingston, Jamaica, has an impressive record of volunteerism and community service. Kaeleigh Lewis joins a growing community of exceptional Caribbean students pursuing degrees at McMaster with the support of Chancellor Nicholas Brathwaite’s PETNA Foundation. February 19, 2026 Incoming international student Kaeleigh Lewis has been selected as the 2026 recipient of the Nicholas and … Continue reading Jamaican student awarded prestigious Brathwaite Scholarship to join McMaster Engineering
By Adelina Sylaj Posted on February 10, 2026 Thursday, Feb 19, 2026 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) McMaster faculty, retirees and staff, please join us for a virtual information session on Academics Without Borders (AWB), a Canadian not-for-profit organization that supports capacity building projects in the higher education sector in low- and middle-income countries. These projects are aimed at increasing … Continue reading Academics without Borders (AWB) Webinar: Join us to learn about AWB and Volunteering Opportunities
(left to right) Dr. Juliet Daniel, Dr. Wesley Oaks, Britta Fiander, Dr. Loydie Jerome-Majewska, Dr. Upton Allen, the Honourable Dr. Jean Augustine, Craig Wellington, Dr. OmiSoore Dryden, Dr. Carl James Posted on January 28, 2026 Summary: The genCARE study aims to better understand why chronic diseases impact Black peoples by sequencing 11,100 genomes in Canada. A national project to sequence the genomes … Continue reading Landmark genome project to advance precision health for Black communities in Canada launches in Ontario at SickKids
Professor Bonny Ibhawoh, chair of the United Nations Expert Mechanism on the Right to Development, will share recommendations from a study conducted with the support of McMaster students and researchers. Dr. Bonny Ibhawoh, vice-provost, International, will outline policy proposals from a climate justice study that he will be presenting at an event during COP30. Creating … Continue reading McMaster expert unveils blueprint for climate justice at COP30
October 8, 2025 Brathwaite, a dedicated alumnus, visionary technologist and investor, entrepreneur and philanthropist, is known for his innovation, global leadership and deep commitment to education and equity. Nicholas Brathwaite, a visionary technologist and investor, seasoned entrepreneur, inspired philanthropist and dedicated alumnus, will serve as McMaster’s next chancellor. Brathwaite brings a legacy of innovation, global … Continue reading Nicholas Brathwaite announced as McMaster’s next chancellor