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open 8:30am - 4:30pm

Occupancy at 1%

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closed Closed for Construction

Occupancy at 2%

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Thode Library
open 8:30am - 4:30pm

Occupancy at 1%

Health Sciences Library
open 9am - 4:45pm

Occupancy at 3%

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August 19, 2026

McMaster University Libraries 2026 Impact Report now available

The annual magazine offers insight into how the university libraries support teaching, learning, and research for the McMaster community and beyond.

August 10, 2026

Libraries hiring students for 2026-27 academic year

Students can gain hands-on experience, build professional skills, and contribute to campus life while working at McMaster University Libraries.

August 4, 2026

2026-27 Open Educational Resources (OER) Grant recipients announced

Six projects from McMaster faculty and staff are being funded through the grant program. 

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Upcoming Events

Queer Study Buddies

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Sep 15, 2026
1:30 pm TO 4:30 pm

Join us at Queer Study Buddies for community and study support!  We are a free, drop-in study group that provides a safe and inclusive space for 2SLGBTQ+ students to connect. No registration required!

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Hamilton Public Library Bookmobile at McMaster

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Sep 15, 2026
3:30 pm TO 4:30 pm

The Bookmobile is a library branch on wheels that makes neighbourhood stops, and it rolls up to campus every week.

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Pomodoro Café

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Sep 17, 2026
11:00 am TO 2:00 pm

A student-led study group designed to manage time pressure and anxiety. 

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