Your central hub
This website is here to support student groups at McMaster University. Whether you are a group of students seeking to become recognized or you are already a recognized student group needing guidance for an event, this website is a resource to help with that process.
To support you in providing a safe and enjoyable student experience, this website includes resources and information on:
- Planning a successful event including sample checklists and budget template
- How to do a risk assessment
- Important contacts, room booking contacts, and catering contacts
- Sample templates
We understand that you may still have questions. We encourage you to explore this website and get in contact as needed.
Student Groups in Three Parts
Event Resources
Every successful event has a plan. Where are you holding your event? Have you booked the room? Will you need catering? What’s your budget? Explore our site for clear guides to help achieve your event goals.
Event Management
Your safety matters to us. Before you can plan an event or gathering, you must complete a risk assessment. This assessment shows us that you have considered the level of risk associated with your event.
Event Resources
Every successful event has a plan. Where are you holding your event? Have you booked the room? Will you need catering? What’s your budget? Explore our site for clear guides to help achieve your event goals.
News and Events
Budgeting for your Event
Make use of your resources. This is an excel template you can use to successfully budget for your event.
Policy on Student Groups
This document contains McMaster University’s policies and expectations for student groups.
Successful Event Planning Checklist
If you’re in the planning stages of your event, this checklist has a week-by-week breakdown of what you need to...