Past events
With so much happening throughout our 100th anniversary year, we’ll maintain an archive of our past events below.
So you can look back on all our centennial celebrations and launch forth with our upcoming events.
2024
September
Countdown to the Centennial
Sept. 17 / 12 pm / QEII Library, St. John’s campus and live stream
On Sept. 17, 2024, the Memorial University community met for a special coffee break at the QEII Library to mark the Countdown to the Centennial.
Watch the event replay to catch up on exciting news about our 100th anniversary.
October
Whale of a Day
Oct. 5 / Core Sciences Facility, St. John’s campus
Our third 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
Dialogue and Debate with Memorial University at the Rooms
Nov. 13 / 7pm / The Rooms theatre
How do we commemorate war? Whose stories get told? And when do we tell them? Join The Rooms and Memorial University for Dialogue and Debate: Questioning Commemorations to challenge our ideas and preconceptions on what it means to remember. Click here for information and to register.
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)