The development of the Okanagan mental health and wellbeing task force As the McMaster community dives into the second semester of an unprecedented academic year, the newly created Okanagan mental health and wellbeing task force has also been gearing up for its launch. The Okanagan mental health and wellbeing task force was created from the […]
Ontario researchers increase COVID-19 wastewater sampling As Ontario heads into a second state of emergency during the COVID-19 pandemic, provincial researchers are expanding the capacity of the province to track and prevent transmission. The COVID-19 Wastewater Consortium of Ontario is a provincial initiative that is aimed to develop a wastewater testing infrastructure across Ontario and […]
Hamilton influencer started new business with a friend during the pandemic Many have taken the pandemic as an opportunity to tackle new projects and launch new businesses. Among these is Hamilton-born-and-raised influencer Nicole Alexander, whose love of fashion has snowballed into online sustainable goods store, Steeltown Sistas. The store sells mostly vintage clothing pieces but […]
A guide to staying connected during these trying times As Hamilton moves into the heart of the winter months and a stricter lockdown removes the option to have socially-distant visits or other outdoor activities, many are looking for new ways to stay connected with loved ones. Over the break, my siblings and I spent a […]
Vie Division blends mainstream and old school hip-hop in online concept videos Established in 2014, Vie Division is bringing old school hip-hop to a student audience. The semi-professional dance crew, which consists entirely of McMaster University students, hopes to create a community through dance in the Hamilton area. As ‘vie’ means to strive towards a […]
The recent capitol riots, the resurgence of neo-Nazis and white supremacist sentiments are present in our own backyards By: Ruchika Gothoskar, Contributor CW: white supremacy On Jan. 6, 2021, supporters of United States President Donald Trump stormed the United States Capitol, claiming that the latest federal election was stolen from them, rioting loudly and violently […]
Hamilton photographer demonstrates the importance of exploration through photos On Jan. 1, 2020, lifestyle and boudoir photographer Iryna Kostichin posted her first photo of Hamilton to her then-new Instagram page, 365 Days Of Hamont. The photo of the residential street was the first step in a project intended to showcase all that Hamilton has to […]
Students volunteering on the frontlines speak on their experiences during these difficult days This article is a part of the Sil Time Capsule, a series that reflects on 2020 with the aim to draw attention to the ways in which it has affected our community as well as the wider world. The COVID-19 pandemic has […]
Have you ever noticed how your choice of language can have a much greater impact on how you experience the world each day? The Alumni Association has some helpful tips for you, especially as exam season wraps up and you prepare for another term. Life as a student can have its challenges. You’re expected to […]
Nursing students are struggling to meet the challenges of COVID-19 and aren’t receiving much support By: Maxine Juneau, Contributor There is no question that the shift to online classes and the COVID-19 pandemic have hit students hard this semester. Many are struggling to adjust to the new format and keep up with the course expectations […]
