Presidential search

Update on progress April 10, 2024

April 10, 2024

Convocation set

Memorial University to confer five honorary degrees during spring ceremonies

April 3, 2024

Solar party

What's up at Memorial University during the solar eclipse

April 2, 2024

Provincial budget

Memorial University responds to 2024-25 government budget

March 21, 2024

Regent appointed

Memorial University’s Board chair welcomes returning member

March 15, 2024

Committee members selected

Update on the presidential search 2024

March 7, 2024

Aquarena renovations

Project on budget, commitment remains for full operation in August 2025

February 12, 2024

Important conversations

Consultations begin to advance work on Indigenous verification

February 5, 2024

Education Accord NL

Provincial government to undertake development of a 10-year accord

January 25, 2024

Presidential search update

Process underway to select committee members

January 18, 2024

IT update — Jan. 9

Work progresses at Grenfell Campus

January 9, 2024

Hello! My name is . . .

The votes are in: Memorial University's blue whale's name is Altum

December 19, 2023

Update from board chair and Memorial’s president

Work in response to AG report ongoing

December 14, 2023

People of the ice

Honouring a community-based partnership that centres Inuit knowledge

December 12, 2023

‘Heart of our faculty’

Faculty of Medicine honours President's Awards recipients

December 11, 2023

Presidential approval

Dr. Neil Bose recognizes standout employees at Dec. 8 ceremony

December 8, 2023

Reclaiming research

National report paves way forward for Arctic, northern research in Canada

December 8, 2023

Consultant engaged

Indigenous verification work at Memorial University continues

November 20, 2023

Lieutenant-governor installed

Second Memorial University alumna sworn in

November 17, 2023

We remember

Memorial University community to come together with ceremonies of remembrance

November 2, 2023

Governance changes

Updates to the Board of Regents

October 30, 2023

Soccer star

Sea-Hawk, biochemistry major recipient of community service award

October 27, 2023

Leadership announcement

Dr. Ian Sutherland appointed vice-president (Grenfell Campus)

October 19, 2023

Leadership structures

Senior committees updated to foster improved decision-making

October 11, 2023

Support in times of crisis

A message of care from Memorial University

October 11, 2023

Convocation season

Memorial University to hold three ceremonies in St. John’s

October 10, 2023

Excellence and achievement

Memorial University community members receive Order of N.L.

October 5, 2023

Academic celebration

Fall convocation approaches, honorary announced

September 25, 2023

Culture of collaboration

Considering the future of Memorial's public engagement story

September 11, 2023

Statement on SWCC

Counselling centre not at risk of closure or decreased services

August 9, 2023

Legacies and opportunities

Canada Games 2025 will leave a mark for years to come

August 8, 2023

Coast Lines and coffee

Wayne Johnston and William Ping in conversation with Angela Antle on Aug. 13

August 3, 2023

Humanities/medicine

'Impossible to have a healthy body without a healthy mind': diabetes researchers

July 5, 2023

Over and above

Convocation awards recognize exceptional new Memorial graduates

June 27, 2023

Statement of condolence

Marine Institute extends condolences to family and colleagues of those lost on the Titan

June 23, 2023

Eliminating stigma

Misconceptions can burden individuals living with cancer, researchers say

June 22, 2023

Indigenous History Month

Featuring Indigenous memoirs at Memorial University Press

June 16, 2023

Academic highlight

Memorial University holds 12 spring convocation ceremonies

May 15, 2023

Zeroing in

Tumour 'fingerprints' just one part of promising cancer research

May 1, 2023

Leadership continuity

Terms for provost, vice-president (research) extended

April 21, 2023

TAUMUN agreement

Negotiating teams reach tentative collective agreement

April 12, 2023

Convocation approaches

Memorial University to confer 14 honorary degrees during spring ceremonies

April 5, 2023

Parking rate changes

Updates to permit and pay-per-use areas

March 30, 2023

Leadership change

Dr. Rob Shea steps down as Marine Institute vice-president

March 14, 2023

Courage ignited

Women’s leadership conference creates student award, inspires attendees

March 3, 2023

Bright future

More than $27 million for training and upskilling in N.L. tech sector

March 1, 2023

In tribute

Memorial honorary degree recipient Dr. Gordon Pinsent remembered

February 27, 2023

Tentative agreement reached

Next steps include ratification by the Board of Regents, MUNFA

February 10, 2023

‘Celebrated trailblazers’

Order of Canada appointments include several connections to Memorial

January 12, 2023

Stakeholder relations

Senior advisor to the president appointed

December 9, 2022

In the spirit

Memorial floats win with entry in St. John’s holiday parade

December 8, 2022

Coming together

Report to the Community highlights Memorial’s community connections

December 6, 2022

Exceptional and exemplary

President’s Awards a chance to celebrate community

November 30, 2022

Memorial+U

You're invited to a live, all-campus Report to the Community

November 22, 2022

Be prepared

Plan for class, work disruptions due to inclement winter weather

November 22, 2022

Memorable and successful

2025 Canada Summer Games athletics venue update

November 17, 2022

We remember

Memorial community coming together for Ceremony of Remembrance

November 4, 2022

Highly distinguished

Five Memorial faculty members receive emeritus honour

November 3, 2022

Northern connections

Growing partnership between Newfoundland and Labrador and Norway

November 3, 2022

Changes to convocation

Balancing tradition and inclusiveness

October 25, 2022

Ceremonial head

Earl Ludlow formally installed as chancellor during fall convocation

October 21, 2022

Seeking feedback

Memorial seeking input on revised policies

October 19, 2022

Chair appointed

Memorial welcomes Glenn Barnes as incoming chair

October 14, 2022

Fall convocation

Memorial University to hold three ceremonies in St. John’s

October 11, 2022

Mask mandate rationale

Decision made based on expert advice, government agencies, data and OHS

October 7, 2022

Celebration day

Memorial University holds fall convocation ceremonies

September 28, 2022

Employee town hall

Join the conversation on Tuesday, Oct. 4

September 27, 2022

Happy Pride!

Representation matters: Memorial community walks in local Pride parade

September 26, 2022

Chancellor appointed

Memorial welcomes Earl Ludlow as chancellor

September 13, 2022

Welcome home

Labrador Campus takes up official residence in the North

September 13, 2022

Condolences to the Royal Family

Flags lowered to mark passing of Queen Elizabeth II

September 8, 2022

Fall welcome

Orientation, matriculation, events, activities and more for students

September 1, 2022

Fall term preparations

COVID-19 update: masks required in classrooms and labs

August 16, 2022

Enriching experiences

Tuckamore Festival a national and international draw for emerging classical musicians

August 15, 2022

Efficacy and effectiveness

Senate governance review set to begin, community participation encouraged

July 25, 2022

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation  

Board of Regents approves annual observance

July 12, 2022

Their moment

Memorial graduates to cross the stage during postponed convocation ceremonies

June 16, 2022

Momentous event

In pictures: Dr. Vianne Timmons installed as president and vice-chancellor

June 13, 2022

Decade of service

Dr. Susan Dyer Knight steps down as chancellor of Memorial

June 1, 2022

Senior leader appointed

Rob Philpott selected as vice-president, administration and finance

May 19, 2022

Sea of knowledge

Whale of a Day a memorable, highly attended community event

May 18, 2022

Funding available

Applications due June 15 for pair of funding opportunities

May 17, 2022

Rite of passage

Ten honorary degrees conferred during convocation ceremonies

May 9, 2022

‘Great memories’

President Timmons to receive honorary degree from Acadia University

May 5, 2022

Spring cleanup

Memorial community invited to spring into action on Monday, May 2

April 20, 2022

Celebration season

Memorial to hold spring convocation ceremonies, honoraries announced

April 14, 2022

Interim VP appointed

Chief information officer leading administration and finance portfolio

April 4, 2022

Happy anniversary, Dr. Timmons!

President Vianne Timmons celebrates two years on the job

April 1, 2022

Reimagining Leadership

Inaugural women’s leadership conference on June 16

March 15, 2022

End of an era

Iris Petten ends three terms as Board of Regents chair

February 17, 2022

Student voices

Some Memorial students share why they're happy to be on campus

February 4, 2022

Leadership change

Dr. Florentine Strzelczyk steps down as provost

February 3, 2022

Memorial 2021

A close look at how we have been transforming our horizons

February 2, 2022

Statement of support

Public Health in support of in-person learning

February 1, 2022

Search committee formed

VP (Administration and Finance) Kent Decker to retire March 2022

January 21, 2022

Intelligence, generosity and dedication

Dr. Edward Roberts: A man who has been part of all our histories

January 20, 2022

High demand

Software, AI and data focused master’s programs set to begin September 2022

January 19, 2022

Winter work

Processes for adverse weather in a mainly remote environment

January 14, 2022

‘Transformational leader’

Dr. Robert Shea appointed vice-president (Marine Institute)

December 16, 2021

Investing in our students

Memorial University invests in undergraduate entrance scholarship program

December 3, 2021

Graduate tuition changes

Changes for new students enrolling in select course-based programs

December 2, 2021

Time to shine

Planning underway to stage postponed convocations

November 29, 2021

Building for the future

Core Science Facility officially opens

November 26, 2021

Together we remember

Virtual Ceremony of Remembrance to take place on Wednesday, Nov. 10, at 11 a.m.

November 8, 2021

Economic driver

Memorial University adds $627 million yearly to N.L. economy

November 4, 2021

NL VaxPass

Information, guidance and requirements of provincial program available

October 22, 2021

Academic highlight

Memorial University holds fall convocation ceremonies

October 19, 2021

Provide your feedback

Campus Master Plan — phase two

October 6, 2021

Convocation returns

Ceremonies to proceed in person after year-and-a-half hiatus

October 6, 2021

Climate strike

Global climate strike taking place Friday, Sept. 24

September 23, 2021

Hurricane watch

Memorial preparing extensively for Hurricane Larry

September 10, 2021

Day of reflection

Memorial observing National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Sept. 30

September 3, 2021

Coffee break

Faculty, staff invited to outdoor gathering to kick off fall semester

August 27, 2021

Collaboration builder

Associate vice-president to strengthen MI research, partnerships

July 26, 2021

‘Excellent and transformative’

Governor General holds honorary degree from Memorial

July 20, 2021

Town hall recap

President Timmons, vice-presidents host employee town hall on July 15

July 16, 2021

Employee town hall

Join senior leaders on Thursday, July 15

July 13, 2021

Tuition changes

Board of Regents approves new schedule of tuition fees

July 9, 2021

Return to campus

Update to help prepare staff in anticipation of July 13

July 6, 2021

Welcome (back)

Updates on preparations for the student experience fall 2021

July 6, 2021

‘Necessary work’

Gender pay equity salary committee releases report

July 2, 2021

Advancing Indigenization

Memorial's first vice-president (Indigenous) appointed

June 24, 2021

Transforming Our Horizons

Memorial's strategic plan a catalyst for a better tomorrow

June 23, 2021

Building leadership

Associate VP (administration and finance) Marine Institute appointed

June 14, 2021

Planning underway

Beautification project seeking suggestions for interior, exterior spaces

June 11, 2021

Focus on revenue generation, partnerships

Memorial hires first vice-president (advancement and external relations)

June 8, 2021

Together again

University plan aligns with province

June 4, 2021

And the winner is…

Board of Regents jury selects name for strategic plan

June 3, 2021

Town hall recap

Employee town hall recording now available

June 3, 2021

Return date

Return to campus set for July 13

June 1, 2021

Employee town hall

Join Memorial’s senior leaders on Wednesday, June 2

May 26, 2021

Hats Off!

Celebrating the class of 2021 with Rick Mercer, The Fortunate Ones

May 21, 2021

Name it and win!

Title Memorial University’s strategic plan and win a prize

May 18, 2021

What’s in a name? A lot!

Regents recommend adding Labrador to official university name

May 13, 2021

Planning progress

Community consultation planned for Campus Master Plan

May 11, 2021

Processing PERT

Much to examine in two major reports

May 7, 2021

Report released

Provincial government releases Post-Secondary Education Review report

April 29, 2021

‘Welcome news’

Memorial responds to Government of Canada budget

April 20, 2021

Join the conversation

President Timmons to host town hall on women’s perspectives

April 6, 2021

365 days

Dr. Timmons highlights Memorial accomplishments from past year

April 1, 2021

Student town hall recap

President Timmons, senior leaders answer students' questions, offer guidance

March 18, 2021

‘Unanimous choice’

Memorial University appoints provost and vice-president (academic)

March 17, 2021

‘Wildly interdisciplinary’

Memorial announces vice-president (Grenfell Campus) pro tempore

March 16, 2021

Town hall recap

Employee town hall recording now available

March 10, 2021

Leadership change

Dr. Jeff Keshen to become president of URegina; Memorial to recruit new VP Grenfell Campus

March 1, 2021

COVID-19: Feb. 11 update

Information for students, researchers and employees

February 11, 2021

COVID-19: Feb. 10 update

Information about remote teaching, learning and work; travel; mental health resources

February 10, 2021

COVID-19: Feb. 9 update

Memorial implements "circuit breaker" for St. John’s region until Feb. 23

February 9, 2021

Planning for winter weather

Information about winter 2021 weather-related closures

February 2, 2021

Rising in the East

Memorial University launches President’s Report to the Community 2020

January 29, 2021

Strategic Plan update

Thousands of insights, ideas, suggestions, priorities and concerns

January 27, 2021

Honouring Inuit Elders

Honorary doctorates to be awarded at special convocation in Labrador

January 21, 2021

Insta Top 5

Did your #munpix make Memorial's Instagram most liked list?

December 18, 2020

Women’s forum

President wants to hear from women, non-binary members of Memorial

December 8, 2020

#comMUNityofGiving

President Timmons extends campus-based charity drive challenge

December 4, 2020

Exceptional and exemplary

President's Awards 2020 to honour 17 outstanding recipients

December 3, 2020

‘Impressed and proud’

President Timmons address to Rotary available for viewing

December 2, 2020

Delayed winter start

Winter 2021 academic semester start date moved to Jan. 11 for most

December 2, 2020

‘Accessible opportunities’

Memorial to offer support program for former youth in care

November 26, 2020

Town hall recap

Employee town hall recording now available

November 26, 2020

‘Transformative’ potential

Memorial University to benefit from $2.75-billion tech giant merger

November 19, 2020

Return to campus

Staff to begin gradual return to campus this month

November 10, 2020

‘Tangible vision’

Consultations open for Campus Master Plan

November 9, 2020

Employee town hall

President Timmons to host virtual event on Nov. 24

November 6, 2020

Ultimate sacrifice

Memorial University to mark Remembrance Day in virtual ceremony

November 5, 2020

Ask the PM

The Gazette shares five more questions for Prime Minister Trudeau

October 23, 2020

Shared vision

Join the conversation: Strategic planning consultations set to begin

October 20, 2020

Sustained and superlative

Memorial University announces professores emeriti

October 14, 2020

Hats Off!

Festive and fun fall 2020 graduation celebration in the works

October 6, 2020

Budget update

Budget for 2020 revealed; little change to Memorial’s grant

September 30, 2020

‘More than a recreational facility’

Province, Memorial University announce funding for Aquarena

September 29, 2020

Student Town Hall recap

President Timmons, senior leaders on hand to answer students' questions

September 18, 2020

Policy Options

Resilience and Hope on The Rock by President Timmons

September 1, 2020

Employee Town Hall recap

Senior leadership’s summarized remarks, video of Q&A session

September 1, 2020

Better understanding

Survey to assess needs of student, faculty and staff veterans

July 20, 2020

‘Leadership and commitment’

Board of Regents salutes and thanks the Memorial community

July 14, 2020

Fall fees

Suspension of two student fees to continue in fall semester

June 29, 2020

Spring registration update

Registration dates for undergraduate and graduate students

March 31, 2020

No specific threat

Safety concern on St. John's campus resolved without incident

February 18, 2020

Consultations scheduled

Open invitation to Post-secondary Education Review consultations

February 18, 2020

Novel coronavirus

Memorial actively monitoring situation regarding 2019 novel coronavirus

January 31, 2020

Resource website launched

Post-Secondary Education Review update

January 15, 2020

Lifetime of leadership

Dr. John C. Crosbie passes away

January 10, 2020

Presidential transition

Planning for presidential transition underway

December 16, 2019

Returning to her roots

Memorial University announces first female president and vice-chancellor

December 12, 2019

Academic celebration

Memorial University holds three convocation ceremonies in St. John's

October 8, 2019

Emeritus honours

Thirteen Memorial faculty members receive high honour

September 11, 2019

Harlow at 50

Memorial's U.K. campus celebrating a significant milestone

August 29, 2019

Book Box

Take a book, leave a book: A community initiative

August 22, 2019

12 Days of Giving

University community gives much needed stock during summer food drive

July 17, 2019

Presidential search update

Consultations yield valuable advice, says committee chair

June 18, 2019

Academic celebration

Eight honorary degrees to be conferred during spring ceremonies

May 22, 2019

Convocation approaches

Honorary degrees to be awarded during spring ceremonies

April 9, 2019

Moving forward

Next steps for law faculty proposal

April 4, 2019

Canadian collaboration

Six university partnership to help young Canadians access new skills

April 2, 2019

GEO Centre donation

Iconic science centre and tourism attraction gifted to Memorial University

March 29, 2019

Memorial welcomes Prime Minister Trudeau

PM visits Core Science Facility work site

February 22, 2019

Third term

Iris Petten reappointed to top governance role at Memorial

February 6, 2019

Labour relations update

Tentative agreements reached with LUMUN and MUNFA

January 11, 2019

Outstanding citizens

Two Memorial honorary graduates named to Order of Canada

January 9, 2019

2018 year in review

Looking back on Memorial's top news stories of the year

December 21, 2018

Planning for winter weather

Important information about weather-related cancellations and closures

December 5, 2018

Collective bargaining update

University requests further talks with MUNFA

December 4, 2018

Presidential search update

Terms of reference and committee membership structure adopted

October 19, 2018

Regional collaboration

Memorial president becomes new chair of the Association of Atlantic Universities

October 12, 2018

12 Days of Giving

University community generosity on display during summer food drive

July 11, 2018

Eminent faculty

Memorial University recognizes six professores emeriti

July 6, 2018

Collective bargaining update

Conciliation next phase of process

June 19, 2018

Spring celebration

Memorial University holds nine convocation ceremonies in St. John’s

May 25, 2018

Voluntary Retirement Program announced

Time-limited opportunity for eligible academic and non-academic staff

May 23, 2018

University budget

Update on 2018-19 university budget process

May 10, 2018

Poster guidelines

Guidelines for St. John's campus effective immediately

April 19, 2018

Provincial budget

Statement from the president to the university community

March 27, 2018

Weather closure: Feb. 27

St. John's and Marine Institute campuses closed for the day

February 27, 2018

Flag protocol

Board approves revised Flags Policy and Procedures at Memorial

January 9, 2018

Definition approved

Definition of N.L. resident approved for purposes of tuition increase

December 12, 2017

Planning for winter weather

Important information about weather-related cancellations and closures

November 29, 2017

Senate receives updates

Golfman, Decker present on enrolment plan and spending reductions

November 15, 2017

Posters on campus

Dr. Noreen Golfman responds to posters, guidelines being drafted

November 8, 2017

Applications invited

Seeking Canada 150 Research Chair applicants

July 28, 2017

Student fees

New student fees effective for fall 2017 semester

July 11, 2017

Governance report

Memorial’s Board of Regents releases governance review report

July 7, 2017

Arctic Avenue update

Water main break causes partial road closure until July 10

July 6, 2017

Raw talent

Top young innovators and entrepreneurs at SHAD Memorial

July 6, 2017

Water main break

Arctic Avenue between Morrissey Drive and Sandpit Drive closed; update at 3 p.m.

July 6, 2017

Happy Birthday to us!

Celebrating Canada Day at Memorial's Childcare Centre

June 30, 2017

Difficult decision

Memorial to discontinue men’s volleyball

June 20, 2017

Budget approved

Update to the university community regarding the 2017-18 budget

May 11, 2017

Promising alternative

Memorial-partnered research leads to approval for camelina oil fish feed

April 26, 2017

University budget

Town hall meeting for university community on Thursday, April 27

April 25, 2017

Campuses re-opening

Memorial’s St. John’s and Marine Institute campuses will re-open at 5 p.m., April 3, for evening classes

April 3, 2017

Weather closure

St. John's and Marine Institute campuses closed for afternoon, update at 3 p.m.

April 3, 2017

Weather closure

St. John's and Marine Institute campuses closed for the morning, update at 10 a.m.

April 3, 2017

Weather closure

St. John's and Marine Institute campuses closed for the evening

March 20, 2017

Reviewer appointed

Board of Regents names Harriet Lewis governance reviewer

March 10, 2017

Gazette readership survey

Help us improve the Gazette; enter to win $100 Amazon gift card

February 27, 2017

Podium parade

Ten individual Sea-Hawks swimming medals, including five gold

February 16, 2017

Weather closure

St. John’s and Marine Institute campuses are closed for the remainder of the day (Feb. 15)

February 15, 2017

Weather closure

St. John's and Marine Institute campuses closed for the afternoon, Feb. 15, update at 3 p.m.

February 15, 2017

Weather closure

St. John's and Marine Institute campuses closed for the morning, Feb. 15, update at 10 a.m.

February 15, 2017

Weather closure

St. John's and Marine Institute campuses closed for the remainder of today, Feb. 14

February 14, 2017

Weather closure

St. John's & MI campuses closed; update at 3 p.m.

February 14, 2017

Historic win

Sea-Hawks men’s curling team takes AUS championship

February 13, 2017

Integrating units

Board approves integration of Office of Student Recruitment with Office of the Registrar

February 9, 2017

Campuses re-opening

SJ and MI campuses reopening at 5 p.m.

February 6, 2017

Delayed opening

SJ and MI campuses closed for the morning/early afternoon; update at 3 p.m.

February 6, 2017

Statement from Memorial

Support for students and faculty affected by U.S. travel restrictions

January 30, 2017

Kazakhstan bound

Engineering student prepares for international biathlon competition

January 19, 2017

Weather closure

SJ & MI campuses closed, update at 11 a.m.

January 16, 2017

Incidents in QEII Library

Recent fires in Queen Elizabeth II Library under investigation

January 10, 2017

Year in review

The Gazette looks back on 2016's top stories

December 23, 2016

Preparing for potential storm impacts

Contingency plans under development

December 15, 2016

St. John’s & Marine Institute reopening at 11 a.m.

Exams at 12 p.m. and later will go ahead as scheduled

December 15, 2016

Delayed opening; update at 10 a.m.

Exams scheduled for this morning rescheduled

December 15, 2016

Postponed exam?

Important information for students affected by winter storm closure

December 14, 2016

Storm preparation

Decision by 7 a.m. on campus closure

December 12, 2016

Board review

Regents' culture, policies, procedures to be examined

December 1, 2016

MUN Safe

New app puts safety into the palm of your hand

November 8, 2016