List of McMaster University people

McMaster University, located in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, is a public research university that was founded in 1887 through funds bequeathed by Canadian Senator, William McMaster. The list is drawn from faculty, alumni and staff.

Notable alumnus

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Academia and research

Educators

Professors and researchers

Business

Entertainment

Journalism and media

Literature

Medicine

Politics and public service

Religion

Sports

Miscellaneous

Faculty

Chancellors and Presidents

From 1888 to 1949, the head of the university was given the title Chancellor. In 1949, the office of President was created and George P. Gilmour was both President and Chancellor. In 1950 his title changed to President and Vice-Chancellor. From that time onward, the University had both a Chancellor as well as a President and Vice-Chancellor. The office of Vice-Chancellor has always been held by the incumbent president of the university.

Chancellor

McMaster University has had 16 Chancellors in office since its existence. In the two years between the retirement of Chancellor MacVicar and the appointment of Chancellor Rand (1890–1892), the Faculties of...
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