The Silhouette • 1 July 2026 Queer activism is shaping a unique classroom experience Offered through English and cultural studies, ENGLISH 2QA3 brings university and incarcerated students together to explore queer writing, art and activism
The Silhouette • 17 April 2026 Black student initiatives at McMaster are shaping campus culture year-round Across campus, Black-focused initiatives continue to shape how students gather, create and express themselves
The Silhouette • 26 March 2026 The Revival Art Store prioritizes connection as much as creation More than a place to buy materials, the Revival offers space to connect and collaborate
The Silhouette • 20 March 2026 CoQuest brings artists and independent creators together in Hamilton A grassroots gathering highlights the collaborative spirit of Hamilton's creative scene
The Silhouette • 5 March 2026 Hamilton couple combines partnership and production in new film company Precious Metal Productions launches with Hamilton-shot debut feature “Bee My Love”
The Silhouette • 4 March 2026 Black History Month at McMaster highlighted creativity and community-building “Rooted in Community” launch featured student performances and a Black-owned business market
The Silhouette • 11 February 2026 Love is preserved through memory and habit Examining how cultural memory allows connection to persist beyond proximity
The Silhouette • 11 February 2026 How nostalgia functions as a form of love How people across cultures preserve connection through memory and ritual
The Silhouette • 17 January 2026 Route 905 Country Festival brings major country headliners to Hamilton Organized by former MSU president Jovan Popovic, the new festival marks his move into large-scale event production
The Silhouette • 7 January 2026 Swan Lake continues its global journey with a stop in Hamilton Organized by International Ballet Stars, the performance reflects its relevance across audiences and borders
The Silhouette • 7 January 2026 ‘An Evening with Margaret Atwood’ celebrates storytelling for a cause Hosted by Interval House of Hamilton, the event brought literature and community advocacy together
The Silhouette • 20 November 2025 Fresh Up Festival brings a new wave of R&B to Hamilton The third annual festival spotlights emerging Ontario artists and celebrates the city’s growing soul scene
The Silhouette • 12 November 2025 'Metamorphoses' reframes classical antiquity for a modern audience The Art Gallery of Hamilton's fall exhibition invites visitors to see the ancient world through a contemporary lens
The Silhouette • 5 November 2025 Student Orchestra Night Out program opens concert halls to Hamilton's next generation The Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra’s student initiative turns concerts into spaces for connection and curiosity
The Silhouette • 30 October 2025 "An Evening of Victorian Spiritualism" brings haunted history to life The immersive event invites audiences to experience the cultural intrigue that captivated 19th-century parlors
The Silhouette • 22 October 2025 Hamilton Film Festival celebrates 20 years of storytelling What began as a small local showcase is now a platform where community, culture and cinema unite
The Silhouette • 9 October 2025 The evolution of Halloween costumes from folklore to fast fashion A holiday rooted in ritual disguises has become a massive global industry and a defining part of university culture
The Silhouette • 3 October 2025 "Performative Male" contest filled campus with laughter and critique Hosted by Sandbox Socials, the event blurred the line between entertainment and reflection on campus culture
The Silhouette • 25 September 2025 Beyond September 30th, memory and culture sustain reconciliation What began as a single call to action has become a cultural practice of remembrance, education and storytelling that extends beyond the day itself
The Silhouette • 18 September 2025 The Royal Botanical Gardens transforms history into floral art with Fleurs de Villes Local florists reimagine Downton Abbey characters through couture installations at the Royal Botanical Gardens
The Silhouette • 11 September 2025 Clubsfest introduces first-years to the communities that shape McMaster Clubsfest opens the door for first-years to start building their community and campus experience
The Silhouette • 4 September 2025 Supercrawl shows how culture and commerce thrive together Behind the music and murals, Supercrawl fuels Hamilton’s economy
The Silhouette • 21 March 2025 Afrofest celebrates culture and storytelling with Abju: to Dream Through music, dance and theatre, Abju: to Dream brings a powerful story of tradition and ambition to life
The Silhouette • 14 March 2025 Explore Alice in Bloomland at the Royal Botanical Gardens At the Royal Botanical Gardens, Wonderland comes to life through vibrant blooms and whimsical design