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open 10:30am - 5:30pm

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open 10:30am - 5:30pm

Occupancy at 20%

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closed
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open 10:30am - 5:30pm

Occupancy at 8%

Health Sciences Library
closed 12pm - 4:45pm

Occupancy at 0%

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September 23, 2026

Hamilton Reads 2026 concludes with writing contest and events

This year’s featured book, The Migrant Rain Falls in Reverse, is by McMaster alumnus Vinh Nguyen. 

September 11, 2026

Meet Lisa Richter, 2026-2027 Mabel Pugh Taylor Writer in Residence

Lisa Richter is a Toronto-based poet, writer, and educator.

September 8, 2026

Innis Library opens in McLean Centre for Collaborative Discovery

McMaster University's beloved business library is located on the third floor of the McLean Centre.

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Mastering the Library: A guide for new graduate students

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Sep 28, 2026
1:30 pm TO 2:30 pm

Whether you're new to McMaster or looking to refresh your knowledge of library services, this online library orientation created specifically for graduate students will help you get started and maximize the resources available th

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Sew Good Together: First Meet-Up!

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Sep 28, 2026
2:30 pm TO 4:30 pm

Bring your textiles project and join us for a welcoming, supportive space to sew, create, and learn together! Our first meet-up is an opportunity to work on your own projects with support from knowledgeable volunteers and fellow makers.

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Creating Documents with LaTeX

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Sep 28, 2026
3:30 pm TO 4:30 pm

This workshop will introduce you to LaTeX, a typesetting system commonly used in STEM disciplines to create high-quality documents and easily write mathematical equations.

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