News
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McMaster’s teaching and research assistants vote to authorize strike action In a history-making vote, 87 per cent of CUPE 3906’s Unit 1 vote yes for a strike mandate
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McMaster research quantifies the climate emergency Civil engineering assistant professor Zoe Li works with simulation models to anticipate the future environmental impact of climate change
October 10, 2019 -
Hamilton is moving forward with Cardus partnership In its plans to re-open Balfour House, Hamilton city councillors have voted 13-2 in favour of an allegedly homophobic and Islamophobic organization
October 3, 2019 -
Chinese Students and Scholars Association de-ratified On Sept. 22, the SRA voted to de-ratify the Chinese Students and Scholars Association, citing an alleged history of surveillance and intimidation
October 3, 2019 -
Hamilton strikes for the climate Hundreds took to the streets to demand action on the climate crisis
October 3, 2019 -
Making a difference together Students affected by OSAP cuts gather in a Facebook group in hopes of lobbying for change
October 3, 2019
Opinion
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The climate is changing, so why aren’t we? Don’t let the climate strikes end here
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The Silhouette must improve reporting on student politics The Silhouette must uncover issues that the MSU would prefer kept hidden
October 10, 2019 -
Sounds about White: the rise of Greta Thunberg Thunberg has been receiving a lot more attention than climate activists of colour
October 10, 2019 -
The harsh reality of on-campus food Campus food is not only expensive, but it’s also unhealthy
October 10, 2019 -
You are not immune to ableism Disabled people are not barricades or objects — we are people, too
October 8, 2019 -
FirstOntario’s demolition and the future of the Hamilton Bulldogs Hamilton’s councillors need to be more decisive regarding the FirstOntario Centre
October 3, 2019
Sports
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McMaster has partnered with TDF Sports Former NHL player and chief marketing officer of TDF Sports, T.J. Galiardi, spoke about the company and adopting a plant-based lifestyle
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The women’s lacrosse team is clearing the way for championship Backed up by a decorated head coach and great team chemistry, make sure to look out for the women’s lacrosse team
October 10, 2019 -
Are supplements effective? Supplements have become a staple for gym rats, but research suggests they may not be as effective as we once thought
October 3, 2019 -
Intramurals are connecting off-campus students Through team sports, the society of off-campus students has helped to create a sense of community
October 3, 2019 -
Motruk leads Men’s Baseball to huge first week After a difficult past few years, the men’s baseball team finally looks poised to make an impact on the league
September 26, 2019 -
A look into the women’s volleyball season Despite a down season last year, it was still a strong season overall and the team looks promising
September 26, 2019
Arts
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Brewing up change in the Hammer MERIT Brewing Company demands accountability from local and industrial powers
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Falling in love with apples Enjoy the season with this easy apple crisp recipe!
October 10, 2019 -
Do-it-yourself art crawl Vibrant art brings Hamilton's walls to life
October 3, 2019 -
Looking back to previous sensations Hamilton artist reflects on questions of memory through installation at Factory Media Centre
October 3, 2019 -
Moving the daily grind Relay Coffee Roasters finds a new home on King William Street
October 3, 2019 -
Spooky swap The Pale Blue Dot partners with Grain & Grit for an eco-conscious clothing swap
October 3, 2019
Videos
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Sillies: Staff taste test pumpkin spice lattes
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Sil Sit Down: Right Honourable David Johnston
September 24, 2019 -
Supercrawl 2019 The Sil takes you along with them for Supercrawl 2019
September 18, 2019 -
Save the Sil The Student Choice Initiative puts the Sil's funding in jeopardy
September 17, 2019 -
Sil sit-down with Red Hot Suz Sex influencer Suz talks about sex blogging, internet censorship, and the impacts of the SESTA/FOSTA bills for sex workers
February 22, 2019 -
Sil sit-down with Jamie Milay Multi-disciplinary artist Jamie talks about what it means to be non-binary and their experiences within asexuality
February 17, 2019
Editorials
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McMaster: put your money where your mouth is McMaster’s actions do not reflect the dire reality of the climate crisis
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Where’s the student choice? The Government deemed us non-essential, we, the students, say otherwise
September 19, 2019 -
Save the Sil The Student Choice Initiative puts the Sil's funding in jeopardy
September 17, 2019 -
Where’s the celebration? With a number of Black student-athletes at McMaster, an event celebrating Black History Month is noticeably missing from the Marauder community
April 1, 2019 -
State of emergency Is fear the only thing that can save us from climate change?
March 8, 2019 -
Bringing Sex(and the Steel City)y Back Why we stepped up our game with SATSC this year
February 14, 2019
Digital Content
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Supercrawl 2019 The Sil takes you along with them for Supercrawl 2019
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Save the Sil The Student Choice Initiative puts the Sil's funding in jeopardy
September 17, 2019 -
Tell us your study habits and we’ll give you something to do in your study breaks!
November 27, 2018 -
Reminiscing about Homecoming As homecoming fast approaches here are five top plays over the last five years
September 13, 2018 -
Five interesting facts about Hamilton’s history
November 30, 2017 -
Six Hamilton Breweries You Should Visit
November 23, 2017
