Central Programming work is designed to support a broad range of needs across different fields and disciplines. In the coming year, the MacPherson Institute will continue to support instructors with centralized programming in the core mandate areas. Many of the central programming programs and functions are consistent year after year, however, this work is always evolving and adapting to the needs of McMaster’s teaching and learning community.
In the 2025-26 year, the MacPherson Institute will be working on a number of initiatives to address these needs and a few of these key projects are outlined below.
Every year the MacPherson Institute meets with the deans or associate deans from each of the six faculties, the dean of Graduate Studies, and the director of the Arts & Science program. These meetings are an opportunity to report back on supports and services that have been provided to each of these stakeholders. This activity also presents an opportunity to discuss strategic initiatives within each faculty and program for the year ahead.
In the 2025-26 year, the MacPherson Institute will be working on a number of initiatives to address individual needs and customized support for these faculties and programs. Several of these key projects are outlined below.
The MacPherson Institute contributes to many initiatives related to teaching and learning at McMaster University. Contributions are primarily made in alignment with McMaster’s Partnered in Teaching and Learning Strategy, while other contributions are made to additional interconnected institutional strategies that align with the MacPherson Institute’s mandate. Key strategic projects planned for May 1, 2025 – April 30, 2026 are outlined below.