The Muse - Memorial University Student Editorial

18/07/2023

A new app created by a Memorial University student is aiming to help students with an age-old problem: Discovering events and clubs on campus that might pique their interest.

Written by: Sanuda Ranawake
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13/03/2023

President Timmons is off on a voluntary six-week leave of absence following public discourse after CBC led an investigation into her Indigenous status and ancestry.

Written by: Jenna Reid

President Timmons is off on a voluntary six-week leave of absence following public discourse after CBC led an investigation into her Indigenous status and ancestry. During Timmons’s leave, Memorial’s Board of Regents will be led in a Roundtable Engagement with Indigenous Peoples to consider the ...

08/03/2023

Today is not only for highlighting the most prominent and well-known women in our society but those who have been misrepresented for centuries.

Written by: Ana Vallée

Photo credit: Ehimetalor Akhere Unuabona (via Unsplash) A brief history, It’s been 113 years since the idea of establishing International Women’s Day (IWD) as a global movement was first recognized by the International Conference of Working Women in 1910. This annual celebration derives from a N...

10/02/2023

BREAKING: MUNL Reaches Tentative Agreement with MUNFA

Written by: Shreya Hande

Memorial University Faculty Association’s (MUNFA) strike is officially over as Memorial University and MUNFA announced their bargaining teams reached a tentative agreement. According to the announcement released Friday evening by MUNL, details of the tentative agreement will be made public once ra...

09/02/2023

The Seahawks are proud to be hosting the Atlantic University Sport (AUS) Swimming Championships at the Works-Aquarena from February 10th to 12th.

Written by: Alexandra Brothers

2023 marks an important year for Memorial’s varsity swim team. The Seahawks are proud to be hosting the Atlantic University Sport (AUS) Swimming Championships at the Works-Aquarena from February 10th to 12th. The competition is free to attend, and the team welcomes support from the university comm...

09/02/2023

Recently, frustrations over St. John’s campus picket lines have boiled into blatant aggression as some drivers have begun to accelerate toward picketers.

Written by: Jacob Laybolt

Recently, frustrations over St. John’s campus picket lines have boiled into blatant aggression as some drivers have begun to accelerate toward picketers. The Muse has learned of several accounts from protestors where drivers actively ignored picketers’ safety. We spoke with one picket captain an...

06/02/2023

Fourth-year MUNL nursing students resume clinical placements today.

Written by: Shantambi Wamunyima

Many fourth-year nursing students graduating this May are apprehensive about their graduation being delayed due to the MUNFA strike. The nursing students do not blame MUNFA for going on strike. On the contrary, they fully support their actions because they understand that their needs were not met du...

03/02/2023

The university has announced that the winter semester break will go ahead as planned in the university calendar.

Written by: Shreya Hande

Memorial University’s Faculty Association (MUNFA) has been on strike since Monday, January 30th. While many classes and labs conducted by full-time faculty have been suspended for the duration of the strike, there is growing uncertainty around course plans for the remainder of the semester. In a r...

03/02/2023

MUNFA has entered day five of their faculty strike. Despite eight picket lines formed across campus, many students still have to attend classes instructed by professors under a different union.

Written by: Ana Vallée

MUNFA has entered day five of their faculty strike. Despite eight picket lines formed across campus, many students still have to attend classes instructed by professors under a different union. Academic amnesty has yet to be granted to students, leaving many fearful and unsure whether they will be p...

03/02/2023

Yesterday marked day four on the picket lines for striking Memorial University Faculty Association (MUNFA) members.

Written by: Shreya Hande and Bruce March

Today marks day four on the picket lines for striking Memorial University Faculty Association (MUNFA) members. Comprised of over 800 faculty and staff, MUNFA members are demanding a fair new collective agreement. Meanwhile, students are supporting their professors on the picket lines, with many prov...

03/02/2023

MUNSU releases statement on academic amnesty after President Timmons declines special meeting of senate.

Written by: Bruce March

MUNSU released the following statement regarding the issue of academic amnesty for students seeking to avoid crossing the picket line as non-MUNFA classes go ahead. The Statement reads as follows: “Last week, the MUNSU executive sent a formal request to President Vianne Timmons to call a special m...

01/02/2023

There is a strong sense of unity among students and faculty at Memorial University as Memorial University Faculty Association (MUNFA) members enter day three on the picket lines.

Written by: Jenna Reid

There is a strong sense of unity among students and faculty at Memorial University as Memorial University Faculty Association (MUNFA) members enter day three on the picket lines. Twitter and Instagram have been active outlets for students, faculty, and members of the public to show their support for...

01/02/2023

Today (Tuesday Jan. 31) marked the second day of Memorial’s Faculty Association’s strike.

Written by: Shreya Hande

Today (Tuesday Jan. 31) marked the second day of Memorial’s Faculty Association’s strike. Strike action began on Monday, and 800 MUNFA members are picketing or helping with strike duties at multiple locations on campus starting daily at 8 am. Many student groups, including the Geography Society,...

01/02/2023

MUNL “modified” figure for tenure-track salary to include tenured salary faculty.

Written by: Jacob Laybolt

A communique from Memorial University (distributed via NEWSLINE on Sunday, Jan 29) mentioned a highlight of the current proposed deal, which has drawn some attention. Some even accuse the university of including MUNL’s President, VP, and Dean salaries in an inflated calculation of faculty salary a...

30/01/2023

MUNFA is officially on strike after reaching an impasse with the administration on January 29th- and despite some shock among students, Memorial is not the first Atlantic university to go on strike recently.

Written by: Shreya Hande

Memorial University’s Faculty Association (MUNFA) is officially on strike after reaching an impasse with the administration on January 29th- and despite some shock among students, Memorial is not the first Atlantic university to go on strike recently. In 2022 and 2023, multiple university faculty ...

29/01/2023

Strike action deemed low risk for international student study permits.

Written by: Shantambi Wamunyima

As of 27th January 2023, the internationalization office (IO) released information about the impact the Memorial University Faculty Association (MUNFA) strike may have on international students at MUNL. The strike is scheduled to begin on 30th January 2023 at 12:01 am, and international students are...

27/01/2023

MUNL apologizes for “clerical error” amid “picket line crossing” plagiarism accusations.

Written by: Jacob Laybolt

In a recent communique to Memorial Students, the administration issued a set of suggestions to MUN students who will still be enrolled in courses taught by lecturers and professors not striking due to union affiliation (e.g., per course instructors). However, the university was essentially accused o...

25/01/2023

‘Solastalgia’ presented by RCAT and Sonderlust, is a play written and performed by Kristin Shepherd and directed and produced by Nicole Smith.

Written by: Ana Vallée

Photo credit: lspuhall.ca Delight, tender, stroke. Each word evokes two completely contradictory meanings. We all know this. We are aware that delight can mean both great pleasure and to extinguish light, that tender can mean to be gentle and soft but also a wound that is in pain, and that stroke me...

25/01/2023

Tensions at political science town hall end with diplomacy.

Written by: Ally Bowes

On January 13th, the political science administration held a town hall attended by students and faculty regarding issues in the department, with announcements such as a revamped Law and Public Policy Diploma program, among other upcoming changes and announcements. However, the main issue for student...

25/01/2023

OPINION: MUNFA strike indicative of administration and governments austerity agenda.

Written by: Bruce March

Negotiations so far & how we got here Students at Memorial University have a lot on their plate this Winter Semester, as do most individuals completing post-secondary education. Grades, finances, research, and just maintaining a semblance of a normal social life are common for those engaged in acade...

19/01/2023

Breaking News: Memorial University Faculty Association (MUNFA) members voted 90% in favour of authorizing strike action on Wednesday.

Memorial University Faculty Association (MUNFA) members voted 90% in favour of authorizing strike action on Wednesday. In a press release, MUNFA says, “Academic staff members at Memorial University have voted overwhelmingly in favour of authorizing their executive to call a strike.” 90% of votes...

11/01/2023

On November 25th, Memorial University alumna Dr. Kristina Fagan Bidwell gave a lecture for the George Story Distinguished Lecture Series at the Signal Hill Campus.

Written by: Alexandra Brothers

On November 25th, Memorial University alumna Dr. Kristina Fagan Bidwell gave a lecture for the George Story Distinguished Lecture Series at the Signal Hill Campus. Dr. Bidwell’s lecture, “How Indigenous-led literary collaborations can amplify Indigenous voices in Newfoundland and Labrador,” of...

05/01/2023

Are you considering switching majors, or don't know what you want to study? We've got some advice!

Written by: Roshni Fiech

Many students struggle with deciding what to study and feel shame or judgement when they switch programs partway through their degree. But It’s okay if you don’t know what you want to be when you grow up yet -you’re constantly growing! There is no actual timeline. It is made up, invisible, in ...

24/12/2022

There is a new Santa Claus in town, and his name is Jim Buckingham.

Written by: Ally Bowes

Featured Image from Downtown St. John’s The Downtown Santa Claus Parade has been a long-running annual tradition for many St. John’s locals. This past parade was no different, with over 40,000 spectators gathering on the downtown sidewalks to watch the floats, performing groups, and loveable m.....

21/12/2022

Jummy Lasisi is a cell and molecular biology student at Memorial who has been running an online bakery called Jummy's Treats since April 2021.

Written by: Alexandra Brothers and Manaar Shahabuddin

Co-written by: Alexandra Brothers and Manaar Shahabuddin Jummy Lasisi is a cell and molecular biology student at Memorial who has been running an online bakery called Jummy’s Treats since April 2021. Jummy is originally from Nigeria, and she and her family have been living in Newfoundland for over...

19/12/2022

Memorial University of Newfoundland reacts to failing MUNFA negotiations.

Written by: Jake Laybolt

Last Wednesday (December 14th), the Interim Provost and Vice-President (Academic), Dr. Neil Bose, updated MUNL students through their “Labour Relations Information Hub.” Before stating that the university had been “engaged in collective bargaining since January 2022” with MUNFA, a labour u....

19/12/2022

Whether you’re a Christmas fan, new to the festivities, or just want some fun ideas for what to do over Christmas break, there are plenty of activities to participate in!

Written by: Roshni Fiech

It’s that time of the year again! Everything feels a little more special, there are twinkling lights all around, and you just want to snuggle up and be cozy -if you’re me, at least. Whether you’re a Christmas fan, new to the festivities, or just want some fun ideas for what to do over Christma...

12/12/2022

Kayla Walley, a third-year primary/ elementary education student at MUNL, writes about her experiences at Harlow while completing an education internship at a local school.

Kayla Walley, a third-year primary/ elementary education student at MUNL, writes about her experiences at Harlow while completing an education internship at a local school. Travelling Abroad As someone who lives at home with my parents, moving overseas and away from my parents was a huge change. Des...

06/12/2022

Did you know The Muse features satirical writing? Check out our most recent Munion article: Snow “just kind of okay,” says MUNL international student.

Written by: Piper Smythe

With the recent influx of snow descending on St. John’s, our campus has been redesigned in a flurry of winter beauty and spirit. This winter beauty may be nothing new to St. John’s locals and other domestic students of Canada. Still, we must remember that only some on campus are familiar with th...

06/12/2022

Five study tips and tricks to help students during finals.

Written by: Yashvi Ramsarran

Exam season is stressful, and many students are feeling overwhelmed and tired. However, a good study schedule with breaks can help in this busy season! Here are five study tips and tricks to help you get through finals. 1. Schedule deadlines and exam dates First, grab a pen and start by outlining al...