McMaster Athletics & Recreation is proud to announce the launch of its 2025–2030 Strategic Plan, a department-wide roadmap designed to enhance lives through recreation, sport and belonging across campus and the broader community.

Grounded in extensive consultation with students, student-athletes, alumni, campus partners, community voices and key guidance from the Director’s Advisory Council, the plan clarifies the department’s direction, priorities, and the outcomes we’re working toward over the next five years.

Wednesday, February 25th | 7:30 – 9:00 pm

Celebrate Black History Month with “Feel the Beat,” a high-energy, feel-good fitness dance night in Fitzhenry Studio on Wednesday, February 25 (7:30–9:00 p.m.). The evening features two dance styles led by McMaster instructors—Soca Dance with Marlice Simon and Afro Beats Dance with Kelachi Nsitem—bringing vibrant music, movement, and community together in one welcoming session.

Participants will be welcomed at 7:30 p.m., with the Soca Dance starting around 7:40 p.m. with Afro Beats Dance at 8:25 p.m. Enjoy a short snack break mid-way, plus a fun atmosphere with lights and sound to keep the energy up through 9:00 p.m.!