Events
We host events for alumni and friends throughout the world to network, socialize and connect with fellow alumni and to catch up with what's going on at your alma mater.
Here you'll find information on a variety of events happening in 2026 which include opportunities for professional development, networking, family activities, entertainment, education and more. Check out what's going on!
The Department of Political Science at Memorial University is excited to mark its 60th anniversary with Fish and Chips and Politics, a special reunion event for the department’s alumni, students and faculty and staff (past or present!).
Please join us at the Marine Institute on Friday, May 22 for lively conversation, a feed of fish and chips, and a chance to reconnect while celebrating this important milestone.
We’ll also present a panel discussion, Navigating the Maelstrom, focused on the current geopolitical outlook featuring beloved political science professor Dr. Lucian Ashworth, prominent Canadian military and public historian Dr. Dean Oliver (BA’87), and Toronto Star bureau chief and senior reporter Tonda MacCharles (BA’83). The discussion will be moderated by Tim Powers (BA’91), vice-chairman of Summa Strategies, managing director of Abacus Data, and host of VOCM's The Tim Powers Show, and will be livestreamed.
The event is co-chaired by Tim Powers and president and CEO of Humber Polytechnic, Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan (BA'86, B.Ed.'94).
EVENT DETAILS:
DATE AND TIME: Friday May 22, 2026, 6:30 p.m. arrive for dinner at 7 p.m.
COST: $65 (10% discount for current students) plus taxes and fees. A cash bar will be available.
LOCATION (updated): Marine Institute, 155 Ridge Road, St. John's, N.L.
This is a cost-recovery event organized by a team of volunteers, with any additional proceeds going to support the new Political Science Alumni Award, established to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the department. This award will support a student majoring in political science or law and public policy and who is studying Newfoundland politics or public policy. You can make an online donation HERE.
REGISTER: https://mun.jotform.com/260834027778263
Come out and join us in celebrating our days at Memorial. Have a drink, a nibble and meet others who now live in the nation’s capital.
While you’re at it, the celebrated Newfoundland and Labrador-based folk-pop duo (who also happen to be ECMA-nominated, Juno-nominated and proud Memorial alumni), Fortunate Ones, Catherine Allan and Andrew O'Brien will be performing their trademark songs along with Royal Wood at the National Arts Centre on April 15. Buy your tickets separately at https://nac-cna.ca/en/event/40056.
Join us at the special pre-show reception, whether you’re attending the concert or not! There’ll be a cash bar and hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, as well as laughs and connections.
Info to come