Open House

May@Mac 2012 – Saturday, May 12

Join us at our university-wide Open House to:

  • Find out more in-depth information about your program of study.
  • See all 12 of our residences.
  • Explore our beautiful campus.
  • All activities are on a drop-in basis with the exception of Campus Bus Tours. Be sure to check the time of all the events to plan your day/arrival time.
  • If you want to join us, RSVP is highly recommended (click on the pencil icon below for the RSVP form).
  • Faculty/Program Showcase
    Time: 9:00am-2:00pm
    Location: Varied

    Each Level I program will be offering a variety of activities; from sample lectures, lab demonstrations, to meet and greet with faculty, staff and students. Click here to find out what your program(s) of interest has planned for you.

    Acceptance to Registration
    Time: 11:30am-12:15pm, 12:45pm-1:30pm
    Location: Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Learning and Discovery, 1305/1307

    Wondering what to do once you accept McMaster’s offer? Representatives will be on hand to outline the registration processes, timelines, and the services available to you as students.

    Student Accessibility Services Information Session
    Time: 1:30pm-2:15pm
    Location: Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Learning and Discovery, 1309

    Find out what services are available for students with IEPs or requiring accommodations, and how you can set them up before you start in September.

  • Aboriginal Student Information Session
    Time: 1:30pm-2:00pm
    Location: Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Learning and Discovery, 1008
    Find out what resources and financial aid opportunities are available to incoming Aboriginal student.

    Campus Bus Tours (Registration required upon arrival)
    Time: 9:30am-2:30pm (1/2 hour tour leaving every 15 minutes)
    Location: in front of Hamilton Hall

    Enjoy a 30-minute campus bus tour with one of our McMaster student guides. This is an excellent opportunity for you to get a feel for our campus.

    Residence Tours
    Time: 10:00am-3:00pm

    Location: refer to agenda provided upon your arrival
    Tour all 12 of our residences on a drop-in basis with the help of our friendly residence volunteers.

  • Athletic Centre Tours
    Time: 10:30am-2:00pm

    Location: David Braley Athletic Centre Lobby (check-in at the registration desk)
    Join a guided tour to check out state-of-the-art facilities: The Pulse (workout facility), indoor track, climbing wall, international size squash courts, and 150,000 square foot double gymnasium.

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    Directions and Parking
    Directions by public transit and car can be found here.  Complimentary parking is provided to all visitors. Please follow the link to find out the direction and exact lots location to take advantage of this offer.

    Dayplanner
    Use this handy dayplanner to help pre-plan your visit.

    Refreshments
    Tim Hortons and La Piazza at the McMaster University Student Centre will be opened for food purchases from 7:30am-3:00pm.

McMaster Marketplace
Time: 9:30am-2:00pm

Location: McMaster University Student Centre, Lobby
Browse displays from various student services and organizations and have all your questions answered!

Marketplace participants include:

  Aboriginal Student Services Hospitality Services  Security
  Admissions Housing Services Student Accessibility Services 
  Alumni Association International Student Services/Study Abroad Student Account & Cashiers 
  Athletics & Recreation McMaster Student Union Student Success Centre  
  Centre for Continuing Education Off-Campus Services Student Wellness Centre 
   Financial Aid & Scholarships Parking Services Titles Bookstore 

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