Stephen Kearsey
Stephen Kearsey
Stephen Kearsey is a M.Sc. candidate in Earth Sciences working under mentorship of Dr. Michael Enachescu. “My area of specialization is implementing geophysical techniques (seismic, gravity, and magnetics) for hydrocarbon exploration in frontier basins. More specifically, my thesis is concentrated on understanding the geological and petroleum evolution of the Orphan Basin, a highly prospective area north of the Grand Banks currently subject to large scale industry exploration.”
Stephen grew up in Logy Bay, NL, and graduated with a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Earth Sciences (geophysics) from Memorial. His thesis was awarded most outstanding Honours thesis for Earth Sciences in 2001.
“Having worked in my field for two and a half years in Calgary and Houston after my undergraduate degree, I felt graduate school would improve my career aspirations and goals, while enabling me to become a more creative and critical thinker.”
“I chose Memorial because I wanted to be educated in the province I was raised, and Memorial exemplifies the vast potential of this province’s inhabitants. People educated in Newfoundland and Labrador often wish to remain and become the future leaders and contribute to the successes of the province. With a growing economy due to our vast natural resources wealth, Memorial is an obvious choice for an Earth Scientist to be trained and become employed in the petroleum and mining sectors.”
“The advantages of studying in my department is the expertise of the faculty in their respective specialties with good collaboration among departmental disciplines. Access to proper geoscience data is among the best of any University in the country, and student research projects are truly meaningful, often resulting in several publications.”
“The University has excellent facilities for research, with modern computers and technical tools. The campus has many amenities such as the library and field hall, providing a balance between academics and personal well being.”
“Studying in St. John’s has the added bonus of being close to family and friends while still maintaining work and research connections in industry. Studying in the city where government decisions on natural resources are made, gives me an appreciation for the importance of University based research to our provinces economic future.”
“Outside of my studies I enjoy reading and debating Newfoundland and Labrador politics and history, mountain biking, running, and skiing. I am active in several professional geological organizations and enjoy traveling and experiencing new cultures, a perk to presenting at various international conferences.”
Stephen was awarded a Canadian Society of Exploration Geophysicists (CSEG) scholarship, and was one of ten students worldwide awarded an international SEG grant to travel and present my research at the annual technical meeting in Houston.
“After completing my degree, I have accepted a position as a geophysicist with Husky Energy’s East Coast development team based in St. John’s. I plan to continue promoting our natural resources, and strive to one day help make Newfoundland and Labrador a have province."