Welcome to Student Affairs at McMaster
In Student Affairs, we take a holistic approach in our relationships with students — a community of more than 37,000 students from more than 120 countries who come to McMaster with unique stories, experiences and dreams. We collaborate with campus and community stakeholders, including Faculty and Program colleagues, the McMaster Students Union and the Graduate Students Association, to foster student potential by supporting the whole student and their well-being, creating a sense of belonging and offering experiences beyond the classroom that enable student transformation and growth.
Well-being
Supporting the whole student and their spiritual, emotional, mental and physical development
Belonging
Nurturing supportive communities where every student can find their place
Transformation and Growth
Creating a student experience where promise and potential are realized
LATEST NEWS
Cynthia Gibney appointed director of Student Wellness
April 30, 2025
Student Affairs has hired Cynthia Gibney to lead the Student Wellness Centre and the David Braley Sport Medicine & Rehabilitation Centre, to drive initiatives that enhance well-being, mental health, and student success.
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The Black Student Success Centre: ‘It’s not a moment — it’s a movement’
April 28, 2025
It’s been three years since McMaster’s Black Student Success Centre opened its doors, creating a space on campus to support and champion Black students in every aspect of their lives.
And in that time, it’s become an invaluable student resource.
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Lonely no more: A new app is redefining friendship for Gen Z
April 3, 2025
Firefly Spark, an app designed by Gen Z for Gen Z, is reimagining how this generation builds friendships. Instead of relying on online interactions, the app brings people together in real life through shared activities. Whether it’s a basketball game, movie night or grabbing dinner, it makes socializing easier.
Lonely no more: A new app is redefining friendship for Gen ZRead MoreAWARDS AND RECOGNITION
Faith Ogunkoya accepts the Onyx Education Partnership Award on behalf of McMaster University
Onyx Initiative, 2025
Black Student Success Centre (BSSC) awarded Greater Golden Horseshoe Diversity Award for Organizational Diversity and Inclusion Leadership
Empower Strategy Group, 2024