2005/2006 - Registrar - McMaster University

312 ACADEMIC FACILITIES, STUDENT SERVIC~S AND ORGANIZATIONS .DirectorMarkWalmaext. 23641Email:.walma@mcmaster.caProgram CoordinatorVilma' Rossi'ext. 24235Email: rossh/@mcmaster.ca, Human Rights EducatorNu:?:hat Abbasext. 24067 .Email: ·abbasn@mcmaster.caAdministrative AssistantElaine Hay, ext. 27581Email: hayelain@mcmaster.caHRES is responsible for h'uman rights issues on campus andadministers the Sexual Harassment and Anti-Discrimination poli- .cies for McMaster University. The goal of the office is to ensure"that students, staff and faculty can liv:e, learn arid work in an envi-'ronment free from all forms of harassment and discrimination.HRESltakestwo avenues of approach to accomplishing this goal:education/training· and resolution of complaints.The. services offered by HRES are available to the entireMcMaster community. Our staff are available to listen to questionsorconcerns regardingsituations that may involve harassment, dis- ..criminationor other human rights issues. We provide advice; ex-. plain strategies .for dealing with discrimination or harassment andidentify options for how to approach suchsituations,eitherthroug~informal mediation or the lodging of a complaint under universitypolicies; Except in rare circumstances where the situation involvesimmediate danger to a member of the community, .HRES servicesa.re completely confidential and advice, is offered without obligationto the person contacting the office. . .'In addition to services related to specific situations, HRES isalso responsible for developing and imRlementing training workshopsand educational programs dealin~ with human rights, anti-"discrimination and 'anti-harassment topics. In meeting this mandate,we offer. regular awareness-raising programs and situation'-specificworkshops as well. -HRESalso works with two liaisons within the Faculty of HealthSciences: Dr. David Groves ((905)-527-0271, ext. 46114) and Dr.Anne Niec ((905)-521-21 no, ext. 73166).The·HRES office is 10Gated on the second floor of the StudentCentre and is completely wheelchair accessible. The office's faxnumber is (905) 522-7102. Our office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30p.m.,. or after hours by appointment.ATHLETICS AND RECREATIONWeb Addresshttp ~/ /www.athrec.mcmaster.caEmail Addressiwynne@mcmaster.ca (Customer Service Line)Director of Athletics· and Recreation; Therese A. QuigleyThe De'partment of Athletics and Recreation provides a, wide varietyof opportunities for students involved in high performance athleticcompetition, intramural and club competition as well as recrea-:, tion, fitness and instructional and outdoor recreation programs. Adiverse program of recreational activities is available for those whowish to keep fit, compete in active pursuits at their own level, andenjoy sports ,and active living opportunities of their choice. Access tothe various facilities on campus is open ,to all McMa$ter students.The facilities include a 50-metre pool, an outdoor 400-metre.ch~vron track; eight tennis courts, several, gyms, dance studioand a fitness centre, covering 7,700 square feet, known as ThePulse. It features' computerized cardiovascular equipment; circulttraining,aerobicfloor and a comprehensive strength trainingarea. An additional aerobics floor of 2464 square feet in the,Activity Centre completes the Pulse programming.. The Department of Athletics ~nd RecreationAL TITU DE programutilizes our newest facility, the 50-foot Alpine Tower and Team, Development Course. The first of its kind in Canada, it includes'32 climbing routes,. rope ladders, swinging logs, a giant. swingand low ropes elements. '. , Many different club, activities are available, along with instn:.Ic­. tiona I assistance. Off-campus field trips in canoeing, rock climbing,horseback riding, hiking and many other opportunities are offered.·A highly developed intramural program is avery popular outletfor student activity. Intramurals run from early fall until late springand provide students with a competitive environment that stillfosters social interaction. . .· . The varsity program at McMaster fields 27 teams competing atthe provincial (OUA) and national (CIS) level. There are also fourinter-university club teams competing at various levels. Highlyskilled coaches help McMaster athletes achieve their potential whilecompeting against other universities in Ontario.and across Canada.The outstanding efforts of McMaster's student-:ath!etes and the social·involvementof student supporters are focal points' of studentlife on campus. Varsity events pre a major source of school spirit for, competitors and spectators, alike. The Department of Athletics and'Recreation takes pride in the quality programs and services pro­Vided to the McMaster. Community, and urges all members of theCommunity to take advantage of its facimies and programs. 'BOOKSTORE~ Gilmour. Hall, Room B1QJWeb Address~ttp://titles.mcmaster.ca/Email Addr~ssbookstr@mcmaster.ca "Titles, McMaster University Bookstore, is owned. and operatedby the University and supplies pll course materials for courses atMcMaster .. SecolJd and third year textbooks are located in, the,"auxiliary store located in Togo Salmon Hall, Room. B203. Fourth· year,' and grad textbooks are located in the lower level of GilmourHall. A Microcomputer Centre and a Post Office are located withinthe Bookstore. A Health Sciences Branch is located in the.McMaster UniversityMedical Centre. In addition to course books,the Bookstore'maintains a wide range of supplementary readingmaterials, both academic and general. Statioriery and computer· supplies and other items are also stocked. Charge accounts maybe opened after registration. . '. POST OFFICEThe McMaster University Sub-Post Office is located in the Bookstore.ThePost Office offers full postal service, Monday to Friday,from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Post Office boxes may be rented by'faculty, staff, and students forthe duration of their stay at McMaster.· CAREER SERVICES, ~ Gilmour Hall, Room 110, ext. 24254Web Address'http://careers.mcmaster.ca/Email Addresscareers @ mcma~ter.caManager-Lisa BonifaceCareer CounsellorsLaurie Barlow'Rebecca MarkeyArthur KarpEmployment CounsellorsKerri lathamPatricip Diver (Alumni). ' ,Career Information Staff .Cihdy SchooleyKathryn ~ryb .