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
January
Centennial 100 - 1.9.25
Jan. 9
The Centennial 100 will celebrate individuals whose stories help define Memorial University. We’re looking back on the people who helped shape our past and launching forth with our future leaders. We’ll be adding people to The Centennial 100 throughout the year until the list of 100 is complete.
Remember that nominations for The Centennial 100 remain open. So read their stories and nominate someone today.
Alan Doyle in Calgary
Jan.18
Alan Doyle (BA'92) needs no introduction. Best known for his work with Canadian roots-rock band Great Big Sea, Alan has been packing venues across the country for over 30 years. Along with his philanthropic efforts and collaborations with actor Russell Crowe, Alan has also written two bestselling memoirs, making him an iconic Newfoundlander beloved across Canada.
Memorial University will host private pre-show festivities at Alan’s concert in Calgary on January 18, 2025. Please note, this event is now sold out.
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Film Screening and Panel: The Untold Story of the Suffragists of Newfoundland
Jan.22
Interested in learning about another important centenary that coincides with Memorial University’s? Join the Department of Gender Studies for a screening of "The Untold Story of the Suffragists of Newfoundland" (1999), a docudrama celebrating the thirty-year struggle by the women of Newfoundland to win the right to vote. Q&A with Panel: Marian Frances White; Margot Duley (historian); and Meret Ebsary (NL Rhodes Scholar 2025).
Time: 6:15 PM (reception) & 7:00 PM Location: Bruneau Centre, IIC 2001 Free admission and free parking in Lot 17
This is a Memorial University 100th Anniversary Rabble Rousers project. For additional information, click here.
Coast Lines and Coffee (Book Club)
Jan.26
Join us for Coast Lines and Coffee on January 26th, featuring authors and alumni Marjorie Doyle (MA'87) and Willow Kean (BFA'99) as they discuss their books, Boulder Books' Mary Foley, Mary Doyle and Breakwater Books' Eyes In Front When Running, with our host Angela Antle (BA'91).
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (NST).
Panel Discussion: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Live-streamed)
February
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
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.
March
International Women’s Day event
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. This session will focus on the history of the Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador.
April
Coast Lines and Coffee (Book Club)
Apr. 26
Join us for Coast Lines and Coffee on April 26th. Featured authors, venue location and further details will be announced shortly.
Memorial University’s Teaching and Learning Conference
April 30 and May 1
For more information on the conference, click here.
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
May 22 – 23
Showcasing EDI-AR growth and opportunities
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
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
Research Week
Details TBA
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