McMaster faculty and staff are invited to join our town hall where we’ll share the outcomes of our institutional and environmental scans.
Join us in celebrating this year’s International Education Week (IEW) to recognize the transformative impact of education across the globe. Together, let’s honour how education shapes a brighter, more connected future!
The Office of International Affairs (OIA) will contribute to IEW 2026 programming at McMaster University as follows:
The Office of International Affairs (OIA) invites faculty, staff, and academic leaders to join us for an upcoming Town Hall focused on Transnational Education (TNE) and its growing role in advancing McMaster’s global engagement efforts.
Date: November 2, 2026 Time: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Location: LR Wilson Hall 1003 (with virtual participation option)
Register here
A light lunch will be served during the session.
As higher education becomes increasingly interconnected, transnational education is emerging as an important avenue for expanding access to learning, strengthening international partnerships, and enhancing global impact. Yet, questions often remain about what TNE is, why institutions engage in it, and how faculty and staff can become involved.
This interactive Town Hall will explore:
What is Transnational Education? An introduction to TNE models and how they are being used by universities around the world.
Why Engage in Transnational Education? A discussion of the opportunities, strategic benefits, and key considerations for McMaster and our global partners.
How Can We Engage with Transnational Education at McMaster? Explore opportunities for involvement, ask questions, and contribute your perspectives as we discuss future directions for transnational education at McMaster.
The session will provide an opportunity to learn more about this evolving area of higher education, engage in dialogue with colleagues, and help inform McMaster’s approach to transnational education within the context of our broader internationalization goals, our Global Engagement Strategy, and the priorities outlined in McMaster’s Bolder Together Strategy.
Whether you are already involved in international partnerships or are simply curious about the potential of transnational education, we encourage you to join the conversation.
Join us as we learn, discuss, and shape the future of transnational education at McMaster.
Are you a globally minded McMaster student or alumnus interested in learning more about funded opportunities to engage in a community-based research internship in West Africa?
Join the McMaster Office of International Affairs (OIA), Black Student Success Centre (BSSC) and Student Success Centre (SSC) for a session highlighting global opportunities available to McMaster students and alumni.
The session will include an overview of the Student Success Centre’s Global Experience Program and McMaster’s International Youth Internship Program (IYIP), a funded opportunity for eligible current students and alumni to pursue a three-month internship in Ghana or Liberia in May 2027 or January 2028. Recent McMaster IYIP interns will also share their experiences abroad and answer questions.
Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026 Time: 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Location: In person. The event location will be shared in the registration confirmation email.
Registration is required and limited to 30 attendees. Register through OSCARplus:
Questions? Contact Sandra Gruosso, IYIP Project Coordinator, at romansr@mcmaster.ca.
Join us in celebrating this year’s International Education Week (IEW) to recognize the transformative impact of education across the globe. Together, let’s honor how education shapes a brighter, more connected future!
The Office of International Affairs (OIA) will contribute to four exciting events during IEW 2025:
1. International Youth Internship Program Information Session
Learn about the opportunity for McMaster students and alumni to travel to West Africa (Liberia and Ghana) to complete a funded research internship through the International Youth Internship Program (IYIP). Hear from your McMaster IYIP peers and ask your questions. This session is for faculty leaders and career advisors where you can explore whether this global experience may be a ‘right fit’ for you. Use this event as an opportunity to explore applying to join Cohort #4, which will depart Canada in May 2026.
DETAILS:
Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Time: 12PM – 1PM
Location: GH110
Registration: This is an in-person event with limited participant capacity. Registration is required through this link.
Brought to you by McMaster’s Office of International Affairs (OIA) and Student Success Centre (SSC).
2. Inbound Research & Study Scholarship Opportunities with Global Affairs Canada
Join Our Info Session: GAC Short-Term Scholarships for 2026-27
Explore exciting Global Affairs Canada (GAC) scholarships for inbound exchange and research students in 2026-27. These programs support McMaster’s internationalization goals, boost student mobility, and enrich our campus with global perspectives.
Learn about three key scholarships-ELAP, SEED, and SIC-including eligibility, funding, timelines, and how McMaster departments support applicants. Don’t miss this chance to discover how these opportunities benefit both students and the McMaster community.
Date: Friday, October 31, 2025
Time: 9:00am – 10:00am EST
Brought to you by McMaster’s Office of International Affairs (OIA), Student Success Centre (SSC) and McMaster’s School of Graduate Studies (SGS).
3. Study in France: Universite Grenoble Alpes
Meet Université Grenoble Alpes during McMaster’s International Education Week!
Are you interested in study and research abroad? Curious about French culture? Come to the Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA) presentation to learn about exciting opportunities for study abroad, exchange, and exploring French language and culture. Meet representatives who can share information including programs at UGA, eligibility requirements, and the enriching experiences of studying in France. Whether you’re curious about academics, student life, or cultural immersion, this is a great chance to discover what makes UGA an incredible destination in your learning journey.
Date: Tuesday, 28 October
Time: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Location: TBD
Brought to you by Université Grenoble Alpes, McMaster’s Office of International Affairs (OIA) and Student Success Centre (SSC)
4. Advancing international collaboration through Faculty Mobility for Partership Building Program and Mitacs Globalink Research Awards
This session will provide an overview of two key opportunities for advancing international collaboration. Through the Faculty Mobility for Partnership Building Program, attendees will learn about engaging in short-term research and teaching activities in Latin America and the Caribbean. The session will also explore the Mitacs Globalink Research Award (GRA), which supports research collaborations between Canada and eligible countries for students under the joint supervision of a home and host professors.
Date: Tuesday October 28, 2025
Time: 10:00 – 11:00am
Brought to you by McMaster’s Mitacs Advisor and Office of International Affairs (OIA)
Join us in celebrating the International Education Week, a vibrant opportunity to honor the transformative power of education worldwide. Let’s come together to appreciate the value of education in shaping a brighter future!
The OIA will lead and contribute to three events open to faculty and staff:
The OIA Town Hall: McMaster’s 2024-2030 Global Engagement Strategy
We invite you to join us for an important town hall meeting where we will unveil our newly developed Global Engagement Strategy Draft, shaped by extensive consultations with the university community. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with colleagues across McMaster and to gain insight into the vision that will guide our institution’s future. Your feedback and participation are vital as we work together to foster a vibrant and inclusive global engagement. Come share your thoughts and be part of this exciting conversation—your voice matters!
Date: October 15, 2024
Time: 12:00- 1:00 PM
Location: The Loft A
Limited in-person registration available. Online attendance is also available.
Registration Deadline: October 15, 2024 @ 10:00 AM
Light lunch will be provided.
The Why and How of McMaster Exchange Agreements
Curious about the McMaster Exchange Program and McMaster’s portfolio of international exchange agreements? This session is for faculty leaders, members and staff to learn about the exchange agreement creation process. Presenters will discuss how partner institutions are chosen, alignment with McMaster’s Global Engagement Strategy, reciprocity considerations, and support for students choosing to study abroad through the McMaster Exchange Program. The session will conclude with a discussion period to receive questions and further input from faculties on additional considerations for the exchange agreement process.
Date: October 18, 2024
Location: Gilmour Hall Room 102- Office of International Affairs
Registration Deadline: October 18, 2024 @ 10:00 AM
Inbound Research & Study Scholarship Opportunities with Global Affairs Canada
Discover the exciting opportunities offered by Global Affairs Canada (GAC) through their short-term scholarships for inbound exchange and visiting students in the 2025-26 academic year. These scholarships play a crucial role in advancing McMaster University’s internationalization efforts, enhancing student mobility, and promoting both Canada and McMaster as premier study destinations. By welcoming these students, we enrich the McMaster community with diverse perspectives and innovative ideas, benefiting our classrooms, discussions, and research projects.
By the end of today’s presentation, you will gain comprehensive insights into three GAC scholarships: Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program (ELAP), Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED) and Study in Canada (SIC). You will learn about the McMaster departments involved in promoting, selecting, and supporting scholarship recipients. Specifically, we will cover the eligibility requirements for each scholarship, the available funding, the distinctions between undergraduate and graduate applicants, and the general timeline for each scholarship.
Time: 9:30- 10:30
Registration Deadline: October 18, 2024 @ 1:00 AM
In the last few months, the Office of International Affairs (OIA) has engaged in environmental and institutional scans to gain an understanding of the internationalization landscape within McMaster and compared with its U15 peers.
For International Education Week, the OIA invites McMaster faculty and staff to join the OIA town hall where we will share the outcomes of these scans.
Our presentation will not only gauge the depth, scope, and coordination of our internationalization efforts but will also highlight areas where gaps exist.
Understanding the status of internationalization and global education initiatives is critical for planning our strategic future goals and achieving meaningful milestones.
Your participation in this session will contribute to our collective efforts in shaping the international landscape at McMaster. We look forward to your presence and engagement in this important discussion.
In-person space is limited. Light refreshments will be available.
Register here!