Events
Get ready to launch forth with the Memorial University community. Discover upcoming events and our 100th anniversary funded projects.
Please check back often as the schedule is constantly being updated with new events. Don't see your event listed? Contact us at memorial100@mun.ca.
2025
February
The Art of Engaging Community: Developing an Evidence-Based Zine to Promote Trans Health (Dept of Gender Studies) Feb. 4
Have you ever wondered if your research truly reaches the communities it’s meant to serve?
Join the Department of Gender Studies, Memorial University, for the second event in their Gender and Global Health Speaker Series: The Art of Engaging Community: Developing an Evidence-Based Zine to Promote Trans Health. Dr. Sarah Peitzmeier from the University of Maryland explores the power of arts-based research dissemination through her work on chest binding among transmasculine and nonbinary individuals. In collaboration with bestselling author Maia Kobabe, Dr. Peitzmeier turned her findings into the graphic novel Breathe. This talk explores the promises and pitfalls of using art to communicate health promotion and social justice issues and shares new insights from a pilot evaluation on the zine’s impact. Free admission!
Time: 1:30–2:30 p.m.
Location: SN-4087, Memorial University & online Admission: Free
African History & Liberation Month: Conversation with Dr. Boluwaji Ogunyemi & Dr. Delores V. Mullings, Vice-Provost, EDI-AR Feb. 6
Join us in conversation with Dr. Boluwaji Ogunyemi, First Medical Association President-Elect Designate and Dr. Delores V. Mullings Vice-Provost, EDI-AR
This event is hybrid and light refreshments will be served in The Landing.
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: The Landing (UC-3015) or register for virtual access.
A Musical Evening at the Rooms Feb. 7
Please join the Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism for a musical evening at The Rooms
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Location: The Rooms (9 Bonaventure Avenue, St. John’s)
Seating is limited – Reserve your free ticket by calling (709) 757-8090 or online.
This event is presented in partnership with The Rooms.
Trans-Canada Highwaymen Feb. 8-15
We are partnering with Arts and Culture Centres across Newfoundland and Labrador for an exclusive Memorial University alumni and friends pre-show event! We hope you’ll join us for a gathering that recalls the excitement of the legendary super TSC shows. All you have to do to get access is use the following code when you purchase tickets: MUNALUMNI25
We'll be stopping at the below destinations:
- Stephenville on Feb. 8
- Corner Brook on Feb. 9
- Labrador West on Feb. 11
- Grand Falls-Windsor on Feb. 13
- Gander on Feb. 14
- St. John's on Feb. 15
Event information here
Purchase tickets here
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Applying The Halperts’ Vision to Today: A Panel to Discuss the Halperts' Legacy in the Province and Beyond, Reflecting on Public Folklore, Community Facing Scholarship and Future Applications (Memorial Folklore and Language Archive) Feb. 11
Please join the Memorial Folklore and Language Archive (MUNFLA) for a roundtable discussion featuring prominent public folklorists who worked with or were influenced by Dr. Herbert and Violetta Halpert, the founders of MUN's Department of Folklore and the Folklore and Language Archive.
Our panelists will discuss The Halperts' legacy in the province and beyond, reflecting on public folklore, community facing scholarship, and future applications.
Facilitated by Dr. Jillian Gould, Associate Professor, Department of Folklore, this event will feature Michael Taft, Head of Archive (Retired) American Folklife Center; Neil Rosenberg, Professor Emeritus, Department of Folklore; Philip Hiscock, Retired Professor, Department of Folklore; Amanda Dargan, Education Director, City Lore, New York City; and Crystal Braye, Public Folklorist, Octopus Consulting.
Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, and light refreshments will be served.
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Location: Gushue Hall DH 2002 (Junior Common Room) Parking: Lot 22. To cross Prince Philip, you may take the underpass from the north side of campus, by the Chapel, right to R Gushue Hall.
Career Development Session for Students Feb. 11
In partnership with the Career Development Office, the Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism are hosting the following career-focused sessions for students:
Session 1: Tools for Success: Resume Clinic
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Session 2: The Art of Small Talk
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Session 3: Networking Event
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Light refreshments will be served Location: The Landing (UC-3015)
Inclusive Communication - a three part webinar with Gardiner Centre Feb. 13, Feb. 27 and Mar. 6
Enhance workplace inclusivity by developing practical communication skills that interrupt biases, address microaggressions, and foster a culturally sensitive environment in this FREE three-part series for alumni, offered in partnership with the Gardiner Centre.
Feb. 13 - Webinar 1: Foundations of Inclusive Communication Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Feb 27 - Webinar 2: Navigating Cross-Cultural Communication Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Mar. 6 - Webinar 3: Overcoming Bias and Building Inclusive Language Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
100th Anniversary Art Exhibition at The Rooms: To Launch Forth into the Deep: A Legacy of Supporting the Arts at Memorial University Feb. 15 - Oct. 19
This exhibition, part of Memorial’s 100th-anniversary celebrations, offers a glimpse into its extraordinary collection of over 4,000 artworks. By empowering artists to thrive at home, Memorial transformed Newfoundland and Labrador’s cultural landscape, enriching local life and elevating the province’s voice on the national stage.
For more information, please visit The Rooms website.
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Black Liberation History and the Global South: Calling Out the Past in the Future Feb. 21 (Now online only due to impending weather)
History is more than a story of the past, and in some cases it’s an ongoing struggle for justice. How do we confront the erasure of Black histories in the Global South and challenge romanticized narratives of ‘freedom’?
Join the Department of Gender Studies, Memorial University, as we invite you to the first event in our Black Liberation Series: “Black Liberation History and the Global South: Calling Out the Past in the Future”, an everyday dialogue about the struggles, triumphs, and joys of Black communities in the Global South. This talk will be led by Prof. Tshepo Madlingozi, Commissioner at the South African Human Rights Commission, who brings decades of experience in racial justice, human rights, and advocacy.
Together, we will trace the historical moments, ideas, and legacies that have shaped and transformed identities across Black communities. We look forward to seeing you there.
Date: Friday , February 21
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Location: Online only.
Free admission. Register here.
Opening Reception: Celebrating Memorial University’s Support of the Arts Feb. 28 (Rescheduled from Feb 21 due to weather)
From Feb. 15-Oct. 19, 2025, the Memorial University 100th Anniversary Art Gallery Exhibition, titled To Launch Forth into the Deep: A Legacy of Supporting the Arts at Memorial University, will be part of a larger exhibit celebrating The Rooms 20th anniversary.
Faculty and staff are invited to join us in celebrating at an opening reception taking place on Feb. 28 at The Rooms from 7-9 p.m. The public event is free to everyone.
In addition, to celebrate Memorial’s centennial year, six of the pieces from Memorial’s permanent collection will be available for sale as poster and postcard reproductions at the St. John’s campus Bookstore (in person and online) and The Rooms gift store. Visit the Gazette for more information.
National Film Board Screening: John Ware Reclaimed (Alberta’s Super Cowboy) at The Rooms Feb. 22
Join the Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism for an enriching afternoon of film that showcases Black voices and experiences. John Ware Reclaimed is a compelling documentary exploring the legacy of John Ware, a Black cowboy and rancher in Canada.
For additional details, please visit The Rooms.
More information about African History and Liberation is available online - African History & Liberation Events | Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism | Memorial University of Newfoundland
Seating is limited – Reserve your free ticket by calling (709) 757-8090 or online.
Time: 2:00 p.m. Location: The Rooms
March
2nd Annual Royal Newfoundland Regiment/MUN Bands Conducting Workshop Mar. 6
Join us for the 2nd Annual Royal Newfoundland Regiment/Memorial University Bands Conducting Workshop. Memorial University Assistant Professor of Instrumental Conducting, Dr. Dylan Rook Maddix will lead the session, working with conducting candidates from the RNFLDR Band and Memorial University graduate conducting students.
Everyone is welcome, and there is no entrance fee! However, pre-registration is required due to building security.
Time: 7:30 p.m. Location: Anthony Padden Building, 115 The Boulevard, St. John’s
Inclusive Communication Webinar: Overcoming Bias and Building Inclusive Language Mar. 6
Enhance workplace inclusivity by developing practical communication skills that interrupt biases, address microaggressions, and foster a culturally sensitive environment in this FREE three-part series for alumni, offered in partnership with the Gardiner Centre.
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Register HERE.
International Women’s Day event Details TBA
Broad Strokes: The Passion and the Past of the Art Gallery of NL Mar. 19
What role did Memorial University play in seeding a Newfoundland and Labrador arts community in the 1960s and 1970s and what is the role of cultural institutions like art galleries in the province today? Join The Rooms and Memorial University for Dialogue and Debate: The passion and the past of the Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador. Featured debaters: Jane Walker (BFA'15), Director, Grenfell Art Gallery, Memorial University and Dr. Jeff Webb (BA'85, MA'87), Professor, & Head, History Department, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Memorial University.
Dialogue and Debate is an event series that invites experts from Memorial University to discuss and expand on the collections and exhibitions featured at The Rooms. The discussions are lively, informative and designed for the public.
This is a free vent but a ticket is required. Reserve your free ticket here or by calling 709-757-8090
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Location: The Rooms theatre
April
Coast Lines and Coffee (Book Club)
Apr. 26
Coast Lines, Memorial University’s popular public book club, will host a special event at the Emera Innovation Exchange (Signal Hill Campus) to celebrate the rich literary history of Newfoundland and Labrador and the role Memorial has played in fostering and shaping the province’s literary community.
The event will feature a panel of esteemed current and former faculty members and writers – Mary Dalton (MA’75), Lisa Moore, Aaron Tucker – who will discuss the intersections of Memorial University, Newfoundland and Labrador’s writing and publishing community and the 40th anniversary of the creative writing program, in conversation with writer, broadcaster, and Coast Lines alumnus William Ping (BA '18, MA '20).
The celebration will recognize Memorial’s past contributions to a province with a rich cultural history, while simultaneously setting the stage for its continued impact on the literary world.
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
The Evolving Significance of Commemorations Apr. 26
As Memorial University marks 100 years of being a living memorial, the conversation will reflect on how remembrance has shaped our identity, what it looks like in today’s world, and how it will continue to evolve in the future. This event is being presented in collaboration with the Royal Newfoundland Regiment. Panelists and additional details to be confirmed.
Panel Time: 1:00 p.m. Registration to follow Location: Bruneau Centre for Innovation, Innovation Hall (IIC2001)
Reception (light refreshments to be provided), tours and WWI artifacts exhibition. Time: 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Location: QEII Library
Memorial University’s Teaching and Learning Conference 2025: Inspiring Learning, Innovative Teaching
April 30 and May 1
We invite educators to join us at Memorial’s Teaching and Learning Conference 2025 (#MUNTLC25), April 30 and May 1, to share, connect and explore your everyday. Together, let’s investigate teaching strategies, discover interactive environments, explore cutting-edge tools and embrace innovative practices that engage students, cultivate curiosity and inspire learning. This year’s conference will be held in person at Memorial’s St. John’s campus. Our keynotes and some conference sessions will be available online for remote participants who are unable to attend in person.
May
Grenfell Campus Spring Convocation
Corner Brook / Details TBA
Faculty and Staff Art Exhibition QEII Library, St. John’s Campus / details TBA
Science Rendezvous: Curiosity and Wonder: STEAMing Ahead! May 10
Join us for a free science festival, perfect for the whole family. There will be thrilling demonstrations and hands-on activities. The theme for this year is WONDER, and we invite you to come out and learn, experiment and discover something new at Science Rendezvous!
Stay tuned for further details. For additional information, please visit the Science Rendezvous website.
EDI-AR International Conference: Showcasing EDI-AR growth and opportunities May 22 – 23
This year’s theme, “Showcasing EDI-AR Growth and Opportunities,” celebrates achievements, fosters innovation, and explores ways to advance EDI-AR initiatives worldwide.
Join us as we network, learn, experience, influence and connect with students, staff, researchers, faculty, community leaders and industry professionals from around the world to share their stories and achievements.
Both in-person and online conference tickets are available.
For registration inquiries, contact Cherry Ralhan-Khanna at crahlan@mun.ca. To register click here.
St. John’s campus Spring Convocation
May 27-30
This year’s spring convocation will mark the 75th anniversary of Memorial’s first degree-granting convocation, which was held on June 3, 1950.
Engage Memorial Symposium 2025: Practice and Place May 28-29
This event will mark the launch of Memorial's renewed Public Engagement Framework by bringing together students, faculty, and staff for two days of public engagement knowledge sharing and skill building. For more information, visit here.
June
100th Anniversary of Beaumont Hamel Memorial Park
Details TBA
Calgary Affinity Celebration Details TBA
Dialogue and Debate with Memorial University at The Rooms
Details TBA
This program invites experts from Memorial University to discuss and expand on the collections and exhibitions featured at The Rooms. The discussions are lively and informative and designed for the public. The topic of this session will be announced at a later date.
Marine Institute Graduation Ceremonies Details TBA
Toronto Affinity Celebration Details TBA
July
Memorial Day
July 1/ National War Memorial, St. John’s
August
Canada Games
Aug. 8-25 / various locations on the St. John’s campus
For more information, visit Memorial University’s Canada Games webpage.
September
New Student Welcome
Sept. 8-30 / details TBA
100th Anniversary of Memorial University College’s Opening Day
Sept. 15 / details TBA
October
3rd annual Forum on Indigenization and Reconciliation at Memorial (FIRM) Oct. 6-9
Faculty, staff and students on all campuses are invited to participate in this internal forum and engage with the Office of Indigenous Affairs in conversations around the Strategic Framework for Indigenization (SFI), our respective roles in reconciliation, and some of the work that has been underway here at Memorial in years past, currently, and plans for moving forward with this important work.
This event provides a platform to engage the university community on its progress in meeting recommendations in the SFI, and an opportunity to bring Indigenous ways of learning, knowing and being into university spaces and practices.
Career Fair Details TBA
Dialogue and Debate with Memorial University at The Rooms
Details TBA
This program invites experts from Memorial University to discuss and expand on the collections and exhibitions featured at The Rooms. The discussions are lively and informative and designed for the public. The topic of this session will be announced at a later date.
St. John’s campus Fall Convocation
Details TBA
All-years, All-campuses Alumni Reunions
Details TBA
President’s Golden Celebration
Details TBA
Alumni Tribute Awards
Details TBA
Whale of a Day
Details TBA / Core Science Facility, St. John’s campus
Our fourth annual Whale of a Day will be filled with fun for everyone. And it all happens beneath our amazing blue whale skeleton in the Core Science Facility. The Memorial University community welcomes the public to enjoy interactive learning designed for the whole family.
November
Ceremony of Remembrance
Nov. 11 / all campuses / details TBA
100 Years of Careers: Celebrating a Century of Maritime Excellence and Innovation Details TBA
100 Years of Careers will celebrate the contributions of Memorial and the Marine Institute to the rich history of marine careers in Newfoundland and Labrador. This event will be held at the Marine Institute and invite students from grades 10, 11 and 12 from across the province to attend. It will also be an informative and engaging event for parents, guidance counselors and career teachers. By opening our doors to the community, we will create better awareness of marine careers while sharing the auspicious 60-year history of the Marine Institute. Historical booths will highlight the history of the fishery, and our student guests will be introduced to the roles marine careers will play in shaping the technological advancements and environmental concerns that will secure a sustainable future.
Hosted by: Marine Institute, Academic and Student Affairs
Giving Tuesday Details TBA
2026
January
New Student Welcome
Details TBA
March
Dialogue and Debate with Memorial University at The Rooms
Details TBA
This program invites experts from Memorial University to discuss and expand on the collections and exhibitions featured at The Rooms. The discussions are lively and informative and designed for the public. The topic of this session will be announced at a later date.
May
International ROV Mate Competition
Marine Institute / details TBA
Spring Convocation and 100th Anniversary Closing Event
Details TBA