This is a sponsored post brought to you by the Student Success Centre. The Silhouette is not responsible for anything written in the article. By Jeff Low (Student Success Centre) The world of investing can be complicated and full of unfamiliar terms and concepts. Additionally, as a student, you may think that it’s too early […]
The Montague sisters support the Black community in Hamilton with their open access list of Black-owned businesses On June 2, social media users from around the world shared a black square with the hashtag #BlackoutTuesday in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. The day was supposed to be a moment for individuals to reflect […]
Matthew Passalent joins SK Zadruga AICH/DOB as his first professional team after his tenure at McMaster Before stepping on to the court as a member of SK Zadruga AICH/DOB, Matthew Passalent began his volleyball journey in the various volleyball camps hosted by McMaster Athletics & Recreation. As such, he fostered good relationships with the coaches […]
McMaster students bring light to truly thoughtful conversation with Potential Excellence podcast True, meaningful conversation is a gift. It involves profound, open and encouraging discussion, a sense of feeling heard and an opportunity to learn and grow. Through their podcast, Potential Excellence, second-year McMaster University students Brian Osei-Boateng and Tevin Wellington exemplify this wonderful kind of […]
How improper needle disposal is an issue in Hamilton and for McMaster CW: drug use, opioids substance abuse, needles Have you ever traveled across the city of Hamilton, or ran on trails in the areas surrounding McMaster University and come across needles left behind by people using drugs? Have you wondered what you can do […]
By relying on students to work overtime in their MSU roles, low-income students are being barred from MSU jobs The McMaster Students Union provides over 300 part-time job opportunities for full-time undergraduate students. For many students, MSU jobs can be incredibly convenient as you don’t need to travel far — either you can do your […]
Hugs Over Masks anti-mask group continue to plan rallies against mandatory face-covering bylaws In July, masks became mandatory in all public spaces for everyone in Hamilton, Ontario. The government’s goal has been to implement various regulations to slow the spread of COVID-19 while safely reopening businesses. People who refuse to adhere to the bylaw could […]
Shop Boho is carving out space in the Bohemian market and supporting Black business owners along the way Stories build communities and celebrate cultures by bringing together ideas, emotions and experiences in a meaningful way. Some stories are told through books or movies, others are told through artifacts or products. At Shop Boho, each accessory […]
McMaster alum, four-time Grey Cup winner and Order of Canada officer has died. David Braley, a prominent businessman and McMaster University alumnus, passed away at 79 at his residence in Burlington, Ontario. Prior to this death, he served as the owner of the BC Lions in the Canadian Football League. Born in Montreal, Quebec in […]
COVID-19 inspired local potter to turn her hobby into a ceramics business The COVID-19 pandemic has brought many changes to our everyday lives. School is now online, some of us are staying home with family, jobs are more difficult to find and more interactions are occurring virtually. In the summer, many of us were stuck […]
