DeGroote

DeGroote is a surname of Dutch origin. It is a variant of De Groot, meaning “the great” or “the large.” The name appears among individuals and families in Canada, the United States, and other countries, and it is associated with philanthropy and business leadership in North America.

In Canada, the name is most prominently connected with the DeGroote School of Business at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. The school is named in honor of Michael DeGroote, a Canadian businessman and philanthropist whose gifts supported the university’s programs in business education and research.

DeGroote School of Business is a faculty of McMaster University offering undergraduate and graduate programs in business and management. It engages in teaching and research across disciplines such as accounting, finance, marketing, and operations, and maintains collaborations with industry through partnerships, internships, and executive education. The campus hosts research centers and institutes that support entrepreneurship and applied business studies.

Outside the business school, the DeGroote surname appears among other individuals and families, with variations in spelling such as De Groot or DeGroot. The usage reflects Dutch linguistic heritage rather than a single organizational entity.