How Did Professor Paul Snowdon Die? (mcmaster University)
McMaster University’s DeGroote School of Business confirms that Assistant Professor Paul Snowdon died of cancer on January 19, 2026, after a two-year fight—yet his colleagues and students remember him most for his clarity, generosity, and mentorship. This is the straight answer to a blunt question, and a reflection on why a life’s impact—not just its end—deserves to lead the story.