W100 Representative
Andrea FarquharChief Executive, Internal and External Engagement
Andrea leads a team at McMaster that is responsible for strategic reputational management, marketing and media relations, digital media communications, government and community relations, and internal communications. Her early career was in media, where she was a reporter and newsreader
McMaster University is public research university located in Ontario, Canada. Founded in 1887 in Toronto through a bequest from the estate of Senator William McMaster, a member of the first senate after Confederation and founding president of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce. The first three faculties were Arts, Science, and Divinity.
McMaster University’s purpose is the discovery, communication and preservation of knowledge. In their teaching, research and scholarship, they are committed to creativity, innovation and excellence.
The Latest from McMaster University
"The Great Lakes are a $6 trillion economy." — Gail Krantzberg (@McMasterEng). What effect will U.S. budget cuts have on the shared waters? Tonight at 8/11pm with @McKayGLIER (@GLIERUWINDSOR), @FreshwaterMarty (@IAGLR @uottawa), and @spaikin | Producer: Mike Attenborough
Thank you, Minister @nolanmquinn, for this amazing investment in STEM education! We are thrilled more domestic students can pursue a world-class education closer to home: | @neillumsdenmpp @mCirielloMPP @skellyhamilton @nataliekpierre
Ontario invests $750M in STEM programs
The funding, announced at the McMaster Manufacturing Research Institute, will support up to 20,500 seats at colleges ...
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We were pleased to host His Excellency Kanji Yamanouchi, Japan’s Ambassador to Canada, for a tour of McMaster Automotive Resource Centre. His visit showcased our leading research & strong partnerships with Japanese automakers—paving the way for continued innovation @JapaninCanada
Six student and alumni startups have been awarded $15,000 each through the new @McMasterU Student Seed Fund to advance their innovations, ranging from AI-enabled reforestation to 3D-printed prosthetics.
Discovery in Hamilton backyard could lead to new antibiotics.
Gerry Wright, study co-author and professor @BBS_McMasterU, spoke with @TheSpec about the research and why there is a constant need for new medications to treat bacterial infections.
We’re excited to share that Gianni Parise has been named McMaster’s next Vice-President, @McMasteResearch, starting July 1, 2025! 👏 A seasoned leader & researcher in the Faculty of Science, he’ll advance our research, innovation & global partnerships
Gianni Parise named McMaster’s next Vice-President, Research
Following a competitive global search process, internationally recognized researcher and experienced university administrator ...
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🚨 Attention @McMasterU community! 🚨
There’s a new phishing scam making the rounds on campus.
Protect yourself: Check the Phish Bowl for the latest scams and tips on what to avoid. Stay alert and secure! 🔒 #CyberSecurity #StaySafe
View the new post: https://mcmu.ca/PhishbowlCybersecurity
From Mar 31 to Apr 2, the pedestrian walkway between Mary E. Keyes & the E.T. Clarke Centre will be closed. @GOtransit users will need to travel through the Keyes building lobby & should plan for extra time getting to buses https://ow.ly/9hkU50VrnVv
Led by Gerry Wright, professor @BBS_McMasterU, a team of @McMasterU researchers have discovered a new class of antibiotics, which they've identified as a strong candidate to challenge some of the most drug-resistant bacteria on the planet.
A research-intensive, student-centred university
McMaster recognises that a key element of its internationalisation strategy is forging global partnerships – research and educational alliances based on reciprocity, transfer of knowledge and resources, engagement with communities, and a commitment to effective collaboration.
They are involved with projects in over 130 countries, and within those countries have built over 1200 partnerships.
McMaster University is actively engaged every year in hundreds of international partnerships and collaborations, and these connections include; faculty exchanges, research collaborations, capacity building initiatives, joint supervision of doctoral students, student exchanges and mobility agreements.
Mission and vision
- McMaster's purpose is the discovery, communication and preservation of knowledge
- Committed to creativity, innovation and excellence in teaching, research and scholarship
- We value integrity, quality, inclusiveness and teamwork in everything we do
- We inspire critical thinking, personal growth and a passion for lifelong learning
- We serve the social, cultural and economic needs of our community and our society
17th in the THE Impact Rankings
70+
Research centres and institutes
$493,500m
Research intensity (per faculty member)
With more than 70 research centres and institutes, McMaster University has a high focus on collaborative research within many faculties, and with a particular focus on experimental sciences.
McMaster is collaborating across borders in the advancement of aerospace and earth science research, joining forces with the Operational Space Medicine program at the Canadian Space Agency and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). They have also participated in the North American Carbon program, alongside NASA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the United States Department of Agriculture, and the United States Geological Survey, allowing graduate students to gain experience with field measurements and climate modeling works.
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The World 100 Reputation Network is a group of the best universities in the world, delivering research that enhances reputation and offering leaders the chance to develop their own careers on a global stage. Members benefit from events and study tours, training, monthly media monitoring, and unique reputation research to provide institutional advantage.