As Newfoundland and Labrador’s only university, Memorial has a special obligation to the people of this province. Established as a memorial to the Newfoundlanders who lost their lives on active service during the First World War and subsequent conflicts, Memorial University draws inspiration from these sacrifices of the past as we help to build a better future for our province, our country and our world.
| Acronym | MUN |
| Nickname | Sea-Hawks |
| Colour | Claret Red and White |
| Mascot | Gerry the MUN Bird |
| Founded | 1925 |
| Location | St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada |
| Address | Memorial University of Newfoundland St. John's, NL A1C 5S7 P.O. Box 4200 CANADA |
Memorial University is an inclusive community dedicated to innovation and excellence in teaching and learning, research, scholarship, creative activity, service, and public engagement. Memorial welcomes and supports students and scholars from all over the world and contributes knowledge and expertise locally, nationally, and internationally.
Memorial University aims to be one of the most distinguished public universities in Canada and beyond, fulfilling its special obligation to the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Memorial is a significant contributor to the local, provincial and national economy, according to a new report from KPMG. Memorial adds approximately $627 million to Newfoundland and Labrador’s economy each year and supports 9,922 jobs throughout the province.
The Academic Advising Centre serves prospective, first-year and undeclared students. Academic advisors will help you navigate degree requirements, select courses, and find a program that fits your goals.
Career Development is Memorial’s one-stop shop for career support and guidance. They use a strengths-based approach to help you increase your self-awareness and make informed decisions about your career planning and employment goals. Services include meetings with career advisors, career-preparation workshops, and many other career-focused events on campus.
HThe Student Wellness and Counselling Centre provides students with a wide range of on-campus health and wellness services, including access to doctors and counsellors. They are dedicated to helping students remain healthy and make good life choices while pursuing their academic goals.
Admission requirements vary by program. See the program page for requirements.
English language requirement
All applicants to Memorial University must meet our English language requirement.
Entry requirements vary by program. See the program page for requirements.
Email: [email protected]
Phone : +1 709 864 4431
Resource Centers : organized via MUNSU, act as a peer support network, meeting space and information resource within the university community. There are currently seven student-run resource centers on campus to support students from diverse backgrounds, including those who identify as Indigenous, having a disability, international, LGBTQ2SI+, marginalized genders, older than average, and student parents.
Sport: Varsity Athletics at Memorial gives student athletes an opportunity to continue their pursuit of sporting and athletic triumphs while completing their degree. The Sea-Hawks varsity teams compete in the Atlantic University Sport (AUS) conference, with champions heading to the U Sports championships.
He received the Alumni Tribute Award for Outstanding Community Service in 2008.
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The president accepted the recommendation and it was approved by the Board of Regents on April 28.
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“I look forward to welcoming Dr. McKivor to Memorial and to Newfoundland and Labrador,” said Dr. Margaret Steele, interim provost and vice-president (academic). “I would also like to extend my sincere thanks to the search committee for their commitment to this important search, and recognize the leadership of Ms. Jennifer Porter, who has served as interim registrar throughout the search process.”
Dr. McKivor holds a doctor of Education from Western and a master’s in Education from the University of Calgary’s Graduate Division of University Research with a specialization in higher education leadership.
In 1913, the Rhodes Scholarship changed to require that Newfoundland students complete at least two years of university before being eligible for the award. While wealthier families could afford to send students to universities in Canada and the United States, the Rhodes decision excluded most Newfoundland and Labrador students from... read more
Then the world went to war.
It is impossible to summarize the catastrophic impact the First World War had on Newfoundland and Labrador. The Royal Newfoundland Regiment, comprised of both Newfoundlanders and Labradorians, suffered devastating casualties. For such a small population, the sheer magnitude of human loss was incomprehensible and traumatic.
But with this overwhelming sense of loss came a profound need to honour and remember. And in the early post-war years, many people felt that an institution of higher learning could stand as a living memorial to those who had fallen. In this way, Memorial University College was founded in 1925 to honour the past with the promise of a brighter future.
So in the spirit of remembering, we invite you to look back on Memorial University’s century of history. Visit our Memorial Remembers pages to see how our past informs us every day. And browse our timeline to learn our story. Even the most dedicated Memorial history buffs will find something new.