Susan Tighe
CanadapoliticianFemale7.5Global Dominance: 0.00%Dr. Susan Tighe is the president of McMaster University and the first engineer to hold this position. With a background in engineering and previous experience as provost, she is focused on the university's financial sustainability while promoting research and educational opportunities in nuclear technology.
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Susan Tighe, the president and vice-chancellor of McMaster University, emphasized the importance of universities promoting their industry partnerships.
Ontario universities attracted more than $1-billion in private-sector investment in three years, report findsThe Globe and Mail·Canada· 2026-09-14
Canada· 2026-09-14
McMaster president Susan Tighe expressed optimism about the new funding and its potential impact on health care and STEM programs.
Ontario announces 40,000 new seats at universities and colleges, with focus on practical job trainingThe Globe and Mail·Canada· 2026-09-11
Canada· 2026-09-11
Ms. Tighe said the schools aim to advance discoveries to 'have real-world impact.'
U of T, McMaster anchor new venture capital fund to back life sciences spinoutsThe Globe and Mail·Canada· 2026-07-08
Canada· 2026-07-08
Dr. Tighe is the first engineer to hold the top job at McMaster University.
Nuclear revival fuels research potential and growth at McMaster UniversityThe Globe and Mail·Canada· 2026-01-12
Canada· 2026-01-12
