Alumni representatives on the Board of Regents play a major role at Memorial. They help make important decisions on everything from finances to long-term strategies. They help our university evolve.

If you care about Memorial, all you need is a commitment to make a difference.

Submit your nomination.

Deadline: April 24, 2026 at midnight

Being a regent

“Being a Board member provided me with considerable leadership opportunities and taught me a lot about good governance …. It increased my pride in the university and my appreciation of its contribution to the province.” – Cathy Duke (BSW’79, MBA’83)

Read the complete interview with Cathy Duke about her experiences as a regent.

About the Board of Regents

Memorial University’s Board of Regents includes six alumni representatives who are elected by their peers, the alumni of the university. The successfully elected representatives will serve a three-year term from Sept. 1, 2026 – Aug. 31, 2029.

Memorial’s Board of Regents oversees the management, administration and control of the property, revenue, business and affairs of the university. Sitting on the Board of Regents is an incredible opportunity for Memorial alumni who wish for a more active role in the governance of Memorial University.

Memorial University is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and anti-racism. We encourage nominations from all qualified alumni, including women, people of any sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities and racialized people and people with disabilities.