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open 8am - 11pm

Occupancy at 100%

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open 8am - 2am

Occupancy at 96%

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open 8am - 2am

Occupancy at 62%

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open 9am - 8:45pm

Occupancy at 49%

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November 24, 2025

McMaster Experts unveils new look

New features and improved user experience helps McMaster share its expertise and research with the world. 

Environmental Action
November 24, 2025

McMaster libraries work to foster sustainable practices

There are various eco-friendly initiatives at McMaster University Libraries.

Environmental Action
November 18, 2025

Clean out your closet and help a student make a great first impression

The Well-Suited Community Closet, a student-led initiative, is accepting donations of business wear that students can borrow for important academic and career moments.

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Upcoming Events

Year of Environmental Action: November Book Display

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Nov 1, 2025
1:00 am TO Nov 30, 2025 11:55 pm

Learn about the environment and how you can help our planet by checking out our curated displays of books. You can find our displays in both Mills (2nd floor, outside Learning Commons) and Thode (1st floor, glass display case).

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Making and Querying Databases in SQL with DuckDB

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Nov 26, 2025
2:00 pm TO 3:30 pm

Want to work with structured data more efficiently? SQL (Structured Query Language) is a powerful tool for managing and analyzing data and it’s easier to get started than you might think.

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Search Strategies for Evidence Synthesis Projects

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Nov 26, 2025
3:00 pm TO 3:50 pm

In this session, we’ll review best practices for developing a comprehensive search for an evidence synthesis project, such as a systematic or scoping review.

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