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Jan
07
Boxing gloves
Get to the Point: Communicate More By Saying Less Add Event Title Three to calendar
Jan 7, 2025 • 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM •
Online
Whether you’re an executive, manager, or starting out, you can’t seal the deal or make your point unless you can speak clearly and concisely. In this eye-opening webinar, author and certified speaking professional Diane DiResta will share how to create a crisp message, discover where you stumble, and identify your most common speaking situation.
Jan
14
Presidents Levy
Presidents Levy 2025 Add Event Title Three to calendar
Jan 14, 2025 • 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM •
The Phoenix
The Office of Alumni Engagement is thrilled to celebrate your success as you prepare to graduate. Join us on January 14th, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM at the Phoenix Crafthouse and Grill.
Jan
15
couple on a bench
[Caregiving Essentials] Join our email list Add Event Title Three to calendar
Online
Did you know one in four Canadians provides unpaid care or help to a family member or a friend with a long-term health condition, a physical or mental disability, or aging-related needs? If you are a caregiver and want to boost your caregiving knowledge then the Caregiving Essentials Webinar Series is a resource for you.  Join our email list!
Jan
15
Gary McClain
Mastering the Art of Closure Add Event Title Three to calendar
Jan 15, 2025 • 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM •
Online
Navigating the complex emotions surrounding closure in relationships can be challenging. Whether you've found yourself pleading, "I need closure!" or wondering about the healthiest approach to end a relationship chapter, this webinar is for you. Drawing from insights from his acclaimed book The Power of Closure: Why We Want It, How to Get It, and When to Walk Away, Dr. Gary McClain offers a deep dive into the dynamics of seeking and finding closure.
Jan
16
backpack and books
McMaster 2030: The Future of University Education Add Event Title Three to calendar
Jan 16, 2025 • 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM •
Online
Join us for another talk in the MCYU series for adults, "Reimagining Childhood". This series is a collaboration between the McMaster Children & Youth University and McMaster's Office of Alumni Engagement.
Jan
22
Anne Marie Anderson
How to Dismantle Doubt Add Event Title Three to calendar
Jan 22, 2025 • 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM •
Online
Do you feel a deep pull towards achieving something greater but are paralyzed by hesitation and self-doubt? It's time to shake off the inertia and seize the opportunities before you. Join us for an inspiring webinar led by Anne Marie Anderson, a three-time Emmy Award-winning broadcaster and the author of Cultivating Audacity: How to Dismantle Doubt and Let Yourself Win.
Jan
23
San Diego skyline
[San Diego] Alumni and Friends Dinner with McMaster University Add Event Title Three to calendar
Jan 23, 2025 • 6:00 PM •
The University Club of San Diego, Atop Symphony Towers, 34th Floor, 750 B Street, Suite 3400 San Diego, CA 92101

It is our pleasure to personally invite you and a guest to an evening with McMaster University on January 23, in San Diego, to hear exciting updates from your university.

Jan
26
Seattle skyline
[Seattle] Alumni and Friends Brunch with McMaster University Add Event Title Three to calendar
Jan 26, 2025 • 11:00 AM •
The Museum of Flight, The Skyline Room, 9404 East Marginal Way S Seattle, WA 98108

It is our pleasure to personally invite you and a guest to a morning with McMaster University on January 26, in Seattle, to hear exciting updates from your university.

Jan
28
San Francisco Skyline
[San Francisco] McMaster University Alumni and Friends Networking Reception Add Event Title Three to calendar
Jan 28, 2025 • 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM •
Hotel Zelos, 12 4th Street, San Francisco

McMaster University is attending the SPIE Photonics West Conference 2025 in San Francisco, and we can’t wait to meet up and connect with alumni during this time.

Jan
29
Rohit Bhargava
How to Be a Non-Obvious Thinker (And See What Others Miss) Add Event Title Three to calendar
Jan 29, 2025 • 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM •
Online
Unlock the secrets of exceptional thinking with Rohit Bhargava, the #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author of the "Non-Obvious Series." In this exclusive webinar, Rohit will introduce you to his groundbreaking SIFT framework—a transformative four-step method crafted to sharpen your mental agility and uncover hidden opportunities.
Feb
05
Dr. Judy Ho
Healing from Within Add Event Title Three to calendar
Feb 5, 2025 • 12:00 PM •
Online
Do negative thoughts and self-doubt cloud your mind? Are feelings of shame and depression holding you back from living your fullest life? Join Dr. Judy Ho, an award-winning clinical psychologist and author, for an enlightening webinar that dives into the profound impact of early attachment styles on your self-concept, internal dialogue, and overall mental health. In this webinar, Dr. Ho will explore how insecure attachments formed in early life can lead to persistent negative self-talk and rigid belief systems that affect your relationships, self-esteem, and personal goals.
Feb
12
Bess de Farber
Winning Grants: Strategic Approaches to Crafting Competitive Proposals Add Event Title Three to calendar
Feb 12, 2025 • 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM •
Online
Navigating the complex world of grant-seeking in high-demand environments can be daunting, especially when resources are scarce, and competition within organizations is fierce. Whether you're a novice eager to bring a creative project to life or an experienced grant seeker looking to streamline your process, this webinar is designed to transform your approach to developing competitive grant proposals. With over three decades of expertise in managing grant-seeking activities for higher education and nonprofit sectors, author Bess de Farber offers an insider's look at proven best practices and effective systems.
Feb
21
raptors logo
Alumni Night at the Raptors Add Event Title Three to calendar
Feb 21, 2025 • 7:30 PM to 11:00 PM •
Scotiabank Arena
Cheer on the Toronto Raptors with alumni, faculty, staff, retirees, and friends of McMaster as they play the Miami Heat on Friday February 21, 2025 at 7:30 PM ET at Scotiabank Arena.
Feb
25
Ferdia Lennon
Author Talk with Ferdia Lennon of Glorious Exploits Add Event Title Three to calendar
Feb 25, 2025 • 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM •
Online
Told in a contemporary Irish voice and as riotously funny as it is deeply moving, Glorious Exploits is an unforgettable ode to the power of art in a time of war, brotherhood in a time of enmity, and human will throughout the ages.
Feb
26
Dr. Amy Attas
Author Talk with Dr. Amy Attas of Pets and the City Add Event Title Three to calendar
Feb 26, 2025 • 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM •
Online
New York City’s premier “house call veterinarian” takes you into the exclusive penthouses and four-star hotel rooms of the wealthiest New Yorkers and shows that, when it comes to their pets, they are just as neurotic as any of us. Dr. Amy shares all the funny, heartbreaking, and life-affirming experiences she’s faced throughout her thirty-year career treating the cats and dogs from Park Avenue to the projects.
Mar
05
Joselyn Takacs
Author Talk with Joselyn Takacs of Pearce Oysters Add Event Title Three to calendar
Mar 5, 2025 • 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM •
Online
Pearce Oysters is a family drama set during the 2010 BP Oil Spill. Joselyn Takacs lived in New Orleans at the time of the spill, and in 2015, she received a grant to record the oral histories of Louisiana oyster farmers in the wake of the environmental disaster.