New to Teaching at Mac Day

Date/Time
Date(s) - 20/08/2026
9:30 am - 3:00 pm

New to Teaching at Mac Day is McMaster’s annual orientation event for new educators, including faculty, sessional instructors, postdoctoral fellows, and instructional staff. This full-day in-person event is designed to welcome you to the teaching community at McMaster and provide key insights, resources, and connections to support your success in your new role.

Date: Thursday, August 20th, 2026
Time: 9:30am – 3:00pm
Location: L.R. Wilson Community Room (LRW 1003)

You’ll hear from senior academic leaders about McMaster’s current goals and priorities in teaching and learning, and explore how educators are responding to emerging challenges through innovative course design and partnerships. The event also offers opportunities to: 

• Connect with fellow educators across disciplines,
• Share and discover effective teaching strategies,
• Meet key campus partners, and
• Learn about resources and supports available to you.

Registration is free and includes lunch.

Who should attend: This event is intended for educators who are newly hired or within their first year at McMaster. If you’re unsure whether this event is right for you, feel free to contact us at mi@mcmaster.ca. Please note: This event is not intended for individuals serving in teaching assistant roles. 

Register through Microsoft Forms.