Get Involved
Get Engaged In Student Life
Looking to connect with your community, build leadership skills, or shape the student experience?
McMaster Social Sciences offers a range of student-led groups and governance opportunities – from program societies and councils to campus-wide clubs and advocacy roles.
Whether you’re in first year or finishing your degree, there’s a place for you to get involved.
The MSSS & Program Societies
The McMaster Social Sciences Society (MSSS) is the official student group representing Social Sciences students. Each academic program also has its own society that hosts events, builds community, and offers leadership opportunities.
The MSSS Visit The MSSS Site
Plan events, advocate for students, and shape the Social Sciences experience. MSSS is your central hub for student life in the faculty.
Program Societies View Program Societies
Connect with peers in your program, attend student-led events, and get involved in academic and social initiatives.
McMaster Students Union (MSU)
The MSU represents all full-time undergraduate students at McMaster. Through elected councils and hundreds of clubs, it gives students a voice and a vibrant campus experience.
Student Representative Assembly (SRA) Explore The SRA
Social Sciences students elect four reps to the SRA, McMaster’s highest student governing body.
Get involved in shaping university policy and student advocacy.
FIrst-Year Council (FYC) Visit First-Year Council
FYC represents the unique needs of first-year students and helps build community through events, outreach, and advocacy.
MSU Clubs Browse MSU Clubs
Join one of McMaster’s hundreds of student clubs – from academic and cultural groups to recreational and advocacy organizations.
McMaster Association of Part-Time Students (MAPS)
MAPS supports undergraduate students taking fewer than 18 units and those enrolled through Continuing Education. It offers advocacy, events, and leadership opportunities tailored to part-time learners.
Membership In MAPS Explore MAPS Membership
If you’re studying part-time, you’re automatically a member of MAPS. Learn about your benefits and how to get involved.
Elected Positions Meet The MAPS Board
MAPS is led by a volunteer Board of Directors elected from its membership. Interested in joining? Learn how to run or apply for interim roles.