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McMaster Teaching and Community Garden Gallery
2017-2018 PROJECTS
2017-18 MSU Investing in Composting Opportunities
| YEAR | DEPARTMENT OR SERVICE | PROJECT |
|---|---|---|
| 2017-18 | MUSC | Second-Floor MUSC furniture upgrade |
| 2017-18 | MUSC | MUSC Atrium furniture upgrade |
| 2017-18 | MSU | Charging Stations Across Campus |
| 2017-18 | MSU | MacAcess Resource Library |
2016-2017 PROJECTS
| YEAR | DEPARTMENT OR SERVICE | PROJECT |
|---|---|---|
| 2016-17 | MUSU | Napping Pods |
| 2016-17 | A&R | Outdoor Volleyball Court |
| 2016-17 | MSU | Food Collector Centre in Bridges |
2015-2016 PROJECTS
| YEAR | DEPARTMENT OR SERVICE | PROJECT |
|---|---|---|
| 2015-16 | MUSC | First-Floor Seating in MUSC |
| 2015-16 | A&R | Outdoor Fitness Circuit & Building Wall |
| 2015-16 | WGEN | Women and Gender Equity Network Mobile Library |
| 2015-16 | Bread Bin | Mac Community Kitchen |
| 2015-16 | Student | Renewable Energy Tower |
| 2015-16 | SSC | Mapping Student Success |
| 2015-16 | SSC | ACT Diversity Program Coordinator |
| 2015-16 | QSCC | Resource Library Update |
| 2015-16 | Student | Campus Garden and Wildlife Zone |
| 2015-16 | Student | Mills Library Upgrades |
| 2015-16 | Student | Napping Centre in MUSC |
| 2015-16 | Student | Times Square in MUSC |
| 2015-16 | Student | Track Field Lights |
| 2015-16 | SSC | Student Outcomes Assessment Coordination |
| 2015-16 | SSC | Tutoring Database Program |
| 2015-16 | A&R | DBAC Entrance and Change Room Accessibility |
| 2015-16 | Compass | Improvements and Desk-redesign |
| 2015-16 | MSU | Study Space Survey |
2014-2015 PROJECTS
| YEAR | DEPARTMENT OR SERVICE | PROJECT | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014-15 | Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour | Mind Matters Lecture Series | 5 day lecture series showcasing research related to mental health awareness to bring awareness to issues of mental health, present research findings on mental illnesses, reduce stigma associated with mental illness and provide resources. |
| 2014-15 | Student Affairs | Student Entrepreneurship Program “Uncommon Good” | Co-curricular initiative that will foster a culture of entrepreneurship and accelerate the development of student entrepreneurs and ideas. |
| 2014-15 | IRC | IRC Welcome Week Improvement | Overhaul of residence bed racers to ensure safety and for each residence to have their own bed to race. |
| 2014-15 | MSU | Fierce Magazine | Creation of a print and online monthly magazine showcasing female researchers and student work, addressing issues that affect females in the work force. |
| 2014-15 | MSU | MACCESS | Creation of an accessibility map of all major pedestrian routes on campus vital for students with physical disabilities. |
| 2014-15 | New Media Centre | 3D Printing for All | Purchase of a 3D printer that will be available for students free of charge. |
| 2014-15 | MSU | MasterHacks | An event for developers (including but not limited to programmers, designed, graphic artists) to collaborate to create events for self-expression and creativity through technology. Teams collaborate to find unique solutions. |
| 2014-15 | SSC | Volunteer Engagement 10 Year Anniversary and Expansion | Expansion of program by celebrating 10 years of volunteerism including keynote speaker, networking/social opportunities, info sessions, and expansion of Volunteer Crawl. |
| 2014-15 | SAS | Life As We Know It | Creation of a video campaign that broadens understanding of disabilities (life experiences, focusing on issues of accessibility and inclusion). |
| 2014-15 | MSU | Upgrading the AV system in the Diversity Services | Enhancing audio equipment of Bridges Café to offer A/V equipment free of charge to any student groups wishing to use the venue. |
| 2014-15 | SSC | MISTY | A 4-level, intergenerational “pay it forward” mentorship program. |
| 2014-15 | MSU | Outdoor Community Rink | Construction of an outdoor community rink. |
2013-2014 PROJECTS
| YEAR | DEPARTMENT OR SERVICE | PROJECT | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-14 | SSC | Canadian Conference on Student Leadership | Conference |
| 2013-14 | OCRC | Commuter Student Sleepover | Developing relationships through sleepover program in residence |
| 2013-14 | MSU | Bicycle Repair Station | Simple bicyle repairs on campus |
| 2013-14 | SSC | IRIS at 10 | Celebrating 10 years of IRIS productions |
| 2013-14 | MSU | Social Innovation Lab Pilot Project | |
| 2013-14 | MSU | Outdoor Learning Space | Outdoor seating area |
| 2013-14 | MSU | University Informational Videos | Videos highlighting different aspects of McMaster |
| 2013-14 | ISS | Hamilton Series | Introduce international and visiting exchange students to the city of Hamilton |
| 2013-14 | SWC | Chicken Soup for the Marauder Soul | Book compilation of short stories, poems, and visual media created by current/recent McMaster students that serves as a narrative of McMaster experience. |
| 2013-14 | MSU | Rate My Rental | An online rental property rating system accessible to all McMaster students |
| 2013-14 | SWC | MyOSCAR Student Self-Serve Wellness Portal | Web portal connecting to the SWC’s Electronic Health Records (EHR) system allowing students to book, modify and cancel their wellness appointments, complete intake forms and access their personal health information (within limits) from any internet enabled device. |
| 2013-14 | SSC | Job Developer | Hiring of a contract position to develop and implement a strategy for creating paid internships in both the Canadian and international job markets for both graduating students and current students summer opportunities. |
| 2013-14 | SSC | Financial Literacy Program | Program topics on bursaries, gov’t loans, part time work, budgeting, cash flow, credit, major purchase planning, taxes, saving and investing. |
| 2013-14 | SSC | MOOSE Opportunities Fund | Accessible outdoor orientation program |
2012-2013 PROJECTS
| YEAR | DEPARTMENT OR SERVICE | PROJECT | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-13 | SSC | Academic Skills Resources and SSC Resource Enhancements | Print and electronic resources |
| 2012-13 | SSC | Top Retail Employment Fair | Employment fair |
| 2012-13 | SSC | Gen Y: Thriving in the Workplace | Employment event |
| 2012-13 | A&R, SSC | McMaster Outdoor Orientation Student Experience (MOOSE) | First-year outdoor orientation activity |
| 2012-13 | Student | McMaster Teaching and Community Garden | Vegetable garden contributing to the MSU’s Mac Farmstand and campus eateries |
| 2012-13 | HRES | Interfaith Website | Website |
| 2012-13 | A&R | Activity Centre upgrades | Creation of a Mindfulness Centre |
| 2012-13 | SSC | Hamilton Workforce Learning Partnership | Wage subsidy for Hamilton not-for-profit employers to hire McMaster students. |
| 2012-13 | SSC | McMaster Leadership Education and Development | Co-curricular Record/E-Portfolio, conference for Society and Club presidents, Emerging Leader Programs (New Students), networking events for student leaders. |
| 2012-13 | MSU | Digital Collection Archive-Marmor & The Silhouette | Digital archive of The Silhouette from 1930 to 2010-11 as a historical record. |
| 2012-13 | EOHSS | Student Event Planning Online Portal Enhancement | Enhancements to software |
| 2012-13 | Res Life | Healthy Active Living Community Pilot | Specialized Healthy Active Living (HAL) community pilot project |
| 2012-13 | Student | The Green Roofs Project | Roof-top garden |
| 2012-13 | SWC | Mental Health Awareness Week | Week-long event – interactive discussions, activities, and experiential learning opportunities to reduce stigma towards and raising awareness of mental illness. |
| 2012-13 | OCRC | Commuter Lounge | Lounge space for commuter and off-campus students “The Lodge” |
ONE TIME SPECIAL EVENTS
| YEAR | DEPARTMENT OR SERVICE | PROJECT | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-12 | SSC | Social Media + Job Search Conference | Student conference |
| 2011-12 | SSC | Career Exploration Month | |
| 2011-12 | RES LIFE | MacDraft – Live Burn | Live burn fire safety simulation |
| 2011-12 | SSC | Hamilton Employment Crawl – Community Collaboration Initiative | |
| 2010-11 | CS | Entrepreneurship Week @ McMaster | |
| 2010-11 | CS | Awareness of International Work/Volunteer Opportunities | Speaker series |
| 2009-10 | MSU | Creating Leadership Amongst Youth Conference | Conference |
| 2009-10 | CS | Government Career Week Events | |
| 2009-10 | CS | Financial Planning Seminars for Parents and Students | Series of financial planning presentations |
| 2009-10 | CSD | Understanding Mental Health 101 – Community Awareness |
START UP FOR NEW PROGRAMS
| YEAR | DEPARTMENT OR SERVICE | PROJECT | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-12 | A&R | DBAC Fitzhenry Lounge – Study Space | Creating more study space |
| 2011-12 | SSC | Welcome Week Orientation Subsidy | |
| 2011-12 | SSC | Summer Reading Program for First-Year Students | |
| 2011-12 | SSC | Volunteer and Leadership Education Certificate | Creating capacity to plan and deliver programs and experiences that both enhance the student’s experience (skill development, gaining experience for future career/education goals) as well as increase opportunities for students to connect with local and international volunteer opportunities |
| 2011-12 | CSD | Assistive Technology Lending Program | Short-term lending program |
| 2011-12 | SSC | MacTV Video Equipment | Purchase of A/V equipment |
| 2010-11 | SSC | Enhancing Volunteer Connections for Students | Creating a clearinghouse for volunteer opportunities for students interested in volunteering, and agencies/ organizations looking for volunteers to have access to one common resource. |
| 2010-11 | OCRC | Videos on living off campus | Creating videos about different aspects of living off campus |
| 2010-11 | A&R | Accessibility upgrades to DBAC | Enhancing accessibility in DBAC and in programming |
| 2010-11 | CS | Career and Development Portal Technology (OSCARPlus) | OSCARplus |
| 2010-11 | MSU | McMaster Marching Band | Equipment |
| 2010-11 | MSU | Student Union Information System | |
| 2009-10 | A&R, CSD | Athletic Academic Success Initiative – Supporting Athletes | |
| 2009-10 | CS, SWD | Accessible Career Transition – Promoting Equal Employment Opportunities for Students with Disabilities | Employment opportunities for students with disabilities |
| 2009-10 | MSU | Quarters Inclusivity Projects – Providing a friendly and comfrontable environment for students | Refit Quarters with couches and comfortable seating, better sound proofing and an espresso bar to create a better study-friendly environment for students, particulary during the school day |
| 2009-10 | MUSC | MUSC Quiet Lounge | Study carrel upgrade creating more study space |
| 2008-09 | CSD | ESL Software for Individual and Class Use | |
| 2008-09 | SA | Student Success Centre – Marketing/Communications Support | |
| 2008-09 | MSU | Queer Students Centre | Enhancement of resources for the Community Centre Library |
| 2008-09 | OCRS | Enhancing Student Life for Off-Campus Students | |
| 2008-09 | CS | Career Advising & Peer Services Hub | |
| 2007-08 | RES LIFE | Centre for Community Service Learning & Civic Engagement | Hiring a co-ordinator |
| 2007-08 | SA | Assessment for Ensuring Program Effectiveness | Software that assists in the evaluation of program effectiveness and outcomes |
| 2006-07 | SWD | Notetaking for Students with Disabilities | |
| 2006-07 | CSD | Laptop Loaner Program in the Learning Commons | |
| 2006-07 | SWD | Group Testing Centre for Students with Disabilities | Relocation and expansion of the group testing space used by CSD to administer tests and exams for students with disabilities |
| 2006-07 | CSD | Transition to Work Employment Strategy for Students with Disabilities | |
| 2006-07 | JA | Restorative Justice | Creation of a partnered service to handle student behaviour off campus in partnership with the MSU, HPS, OCRC and community members |
| 2005-06 | CSD | Bridges Café Partnership Initiative | Capital funding for diversity cafe |
INFRASTRUCTURE ENHANCEMENTS
| YEAR | DEPARTMENT OR SERVICE | PROJECT | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-10 | SWD | Web Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities | Creating accessible website to meet Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) standards |
| 2009-10 | SWD | AODA Customer Service Training | |
| 2008-09 | RES LIFE | Residence Information System | System implementation |
| 2008-09 | CS | CareerStorm | On-line assessment tool |
| 2007-08 | SA | Student Event Planning Online Software | Online software |
| 2006-07 | OCRC | Software for an Online Agent-Listing System | Purchase of new software for the operation of an online listing service |
McMaster Outdoor Orientation Student Experience (MOOSE) Gallery
