Bridge the gap from the classroom to the workplace with work-integrated learning
What is work-integrated learning (WIL)? What if we told you there’s a way to take your learning beyond the lecture...
New Intercultural Learning Certificate open to all McMaster students
This self-directed experiential learning opportunity provides you with opportunities to build your intercultural competencies and gain valuable cross-cultural communication skills....
Is networking scary? (It doesn’t have to be!)
Start by understanding the value There are many benefits to networking: Acknowledge that networking doesn’t always have an immediate impact ...
Navigating University as a First-Generation Student
Faced with difficult decisions, many of them had to choose between upholding a family business and pursuing higher education, a...
Update on the Wilson Leadership Scholar Award (WLSA) for 2024–2025
The Wilson Leadership Scholar Award (WLSA) was established at McMaster by Chancellor Emeritus Lynton “Red” Wilson in 2016 to provide...
Summer job search advice from McMaster students
Last Wednesday, we hosted the Summer Job Peer Panel. Career counsellor, Tanya Kett, shares that this is a popular event...
From grad school to your future career: Top career planning strategies for grad students
As a career development advisor, I encourage students to think of grad school as a pivotal time for career development,...
McMaster career counsellors share their top recommendations for students
We know career exploration and decision making can be complex. There are so many variables and considerations and some are...
Volunteer to join the 2024 Tax Squad
Each year, Mac’s Money Centre and campus and community partners come together to support the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program...
Five tips for school-work-life balance as a student
I struggled to achieve a school-work-life balance, which caused a lot of issues with my mental health and led to...
What I learned after receiving my first low grade
Since high school, I had high grades. In my third year statistics course when I recieved my first low grade,...
Five ways to stay motivated
1. Complete small tasks daily When I review the amount of work I need to complete, I feel reluctant. I...
Five reasons why you should ask for help
1. Find services and opportunities that reflect your needs The first part of asking for help, is to seek someone...
Upper year students share their advice dealing with test anxiety
Destiny’s story Being a student who always wanted to do well, I placed a lot of pressure on myself. This...
A guide about the differences in high school and university accommodations for students with disabilities
Accommodations Self-Responsibility Professors and staff Classes Studying and tests Grades
My experience changing programs
Where did I start? Figuring out what career you want to pursue is difficult, especially when you probably do not...