Fall Preview Open House 2025
Join Us On Campus This Fall
Thinking about studying Social Sciences at McMaster? Fall Preview is your chance to explore our campus, meet current students and faculty, and get a feel for what life here is really like.
We’re hosting two open house events:
Saturday, October 25 and Saturday, November 15
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
You’ll discover academic programs, student life, residence options, and more – all in one day.
What’s Happening in Social Sciences
Social Sciences Tours Register For A Tour
Starting at LRW 1003 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Explore the spaces where you’ll study and collaborate.
Guided by Student Ambassadors, these tours offer an inside look at classrooms, student spaces, and key buildings — including our archaeology and osteology labs.
Faculty Showcase
LRW Lobby | 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Meet faculty, staff, and current students from all 12 undergraduate programs.
Ask questions, learn about research opportunities, and discover the academic pathways available in Social Sciences.
Student Ambassador Meet & Greet
Arts Square (Outside LRW) | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Chat with current students about their experiences.
Get tips, hear stories, and find out what it’s really like to study Social Sciences at McMaster.
Featured Sessions
Introduction To Political Science
LRW 1057 | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Interested in law or politics?
Learn about our Honours program, specializations, and the University of Birmingham LLB Dual Degree option.
Discover Social Sciences: Info Session & Dean Welcome
LRW B1007 | 11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Hear from our Dean and get an overview of our first-year programs – Social Sciences I, Economics I, and Health & Society I – plus academic supports and opportunities.
First-Year Lecture Preview: Social Psych 101
LRW B1007 | 2:00 – 2:45 p.m.
Experience a real university lecture with a sample class from Social Psychology. See how professors connect theory to real-world issues.
