The Silhouette | McMaster University's Student Newspaper
McMaster University's award-winning student newspaper, published by the McMaster Students Union. Publishes articles weekly on Thursdays.
News | thesil.ca
Oct 24, 2024 · Food Collective Centre runs door-to-door Trick-or-Eat campaign. Molly Gomes. October 31, 2024.
24-hour work cap for international students come into effect
Oct 3, 2024 · New federal regulation on international students will limit work hours to 24 per week, sparking debate over financial impacts. A federal law limiting the number of hours international students' are allowed to work to 24 per week was set to come into effect this September. The limit would apply to off-campus work during the academic term and has sparked discussion surrounding academic success ...
Engaging in activism shapes character and campus culture
2 days ago · While activism might seem daunting, students should embrace it to help shape meaningful identities, build character and drive change in their communities. T he recent surge of student-led protests serves as an example of the impact that student activism can have on oneself and one's community. Though we are all just individuals, our collective efforts to make change for issues that we care ...
First students of new Indigenous Studies master’s program begin …
Sep 26, 2024 · The program invites students to engage with Indigenous knowledge and address contemporary Indigenous issues. T he Indigenous Studies Department at McMaster University launched its MA in Indigenous Studies program this year, welcoming its first cohort of students in September 2024.The new program allows students to engage deeply with Indigenous education, knowledge, histories and contemporary ...
What’s in a legacy? MSU General Manager steps down after 22 years
May 16, 2024 · MSU General Manager steps down after 22 years. A legacy isn’t just about milestones and projects. n Tuesday, March 19, 2024, the full-time staff of the McMaster Students Union had our monthly staff meeting. As staff joined in-person and virtually, we heard updates about the latest projects by current Board of Directors members, projects that ...
Ontario announces 2026 ban on international medical student …
1 day ago · The Ontario government has announced that, beginning in 2026, international students will no longer be eligible to enroll in Ontario's medical schools. Premier Doug Ford stated that this measure aims to prioritize Ontario residents in medical school admissions to help address the province's ongoing physician shortage, especially in underserved ...
About Us | thesil.ca
Founded in 1930, the Silhouette is McMaster University’s official student-led newspaper. It operates as a service of the McMaster Students Union. Located in Hamilton, Ont., the Silhouette publishes weekly from September to April online and produces a semesterly print publication. Production takes a break during reading weeks and the winter break.
Sports | thesil.ca
Sep 26, 2024 · Amir Shirazi shines as McMaster Marauders’ Athlete of the Week. Sam El-Kadi. September 19, 2024. Load More.
Why our special issues remain so important - thesil.ca
Sep 26, 2024 · Why our special issues remain so important. Noah Bradley. September 26, 2024. Photo Credit: Julio Diaz/Multimedia Editor. Est. Reading Time: 2 minutes. As a news media publication, making space for historically neglected voices and issues is a vital component of reconciliation. or three years now, the Silhouette has been dedicating nearly half ...