Events Schedule
Academic Prep Week
https://mun.ca/grenfellcampus/student-life/academic-prep-week/
9:00-10:00am
International Students: Welcome Breakfast
AS 271
The International Office will be providing a small, free breakfast to all new international students. Come meet some new friends!
10:00am-11:00am
Campus Tours
AS 271
Let’s explore Grenfell – find your way around Campus with the help of a tour guide.
11:00am-12:00pm
Student Academic Life
AS 2026
Learn about academics at Grenfell Campus: Want to learn more about university expectations in Canada? Our student leaders will help you understand academic life at Grenfell by sharing tips, norms, and more.
2:00pm-5:00pm
Student Grocery Shuttle
Roundabout
This free grocery shuttle will transport you from Grenfell Campus to Corner Brook Plaza, Murphy Square, Colemans, and Sobeys, with a return to Campus. The shuttle will operate in 30 minute intervals.
7:00-9:00pm
City Tour Walk
AS Atrium
Join us for a nice walk to the city centre. See the beautiful trails that surround Grenfell and get to walk through Margaret Bowater Park, check out the ducks and swans at the pond, and take a break by getting a refreshing drink in one of the many restaurants/cafes around downtown.
9:00am-10:00am
International Students: Welcome Breakfast
AS 271
The International Office will be providing a small, free breakfast to all our new international students. Come meet some new friends!
10:00am-7:00pm
Housing Move In
AS Atrium
Welcome to Student Housing! Our staff are excited to meet you and help you with your transition to Grenfell Campus!
Please contact:
gchousing@mun.ca if you have any questions.
10:00am-11:00am
Campus Tours
AS 271
Lets explore Grenfell- find your way around Campus with the help of a tour guide.
11:00am-1:00pm
Health Insurance/ Immigration Session
AS 2026
Join us to learn about the benefits offered by your health plan and how to use it. Also, do you want to know about the immigration conditions and regulations of your stay in Canada?
11:00am- 2:00pm
Bursar’s Office
AS 2026
The Bursar’s Office is the place to pay your fees.
11:00am- 2:00pm
ITS
AS 373
The ITS Office can provide technology support.
11:00am- 3:00pm
Bookstore
AS 207
The Bookstore is the place to get your Grenfell swag and textbooks.
2:00-3:00pm
Support Squad Session
LC 301
Got questions or concerns about your student studying and living at Grenfell Campus? Supporters of Grenfell students are encouraged to join us to get the answers you need to feel great and comfortable about your students living and learning with us.
2:00-5:00pm
Student Grocery Shuttle
Roundabout
This free grocery shuttle will transport you from Grenfell Campus to Corner Brook Plaza, Murphy Square, Colemans, and Sobeys with a return to Campus. The shuttle will run in 30 minute intervals.
8:00am-5:00pm
Campus ID Cards
Library
Stop by the Ferriss Hodgett Library any time today to get your MUN ID Card! It is a necessity for signing out books, taking exams, and getting some fantastic student discounts at local businesses.
9:00am-12:00pm
WRSON Year 1 Orientation
Monaghan Hall (MH) 344
First year students will join faculty for an orientation to the Bachelor of Science- Nursing (Collaborative) program. Students will learn about the program, courses, expectations, and will receive a tour of the school.
9:20-11:45am
International Students: Information Sessions
AS 2026
Join us to learn about some of the important services that the university has to offer. Light snacks will be provided.
- Library Services 9:20am
- Online Learning and Digital Services 10:00am
- Resume Building 11:00am
10:00am-7:00pm
Housing Move-In
AS Atrium
Welcome to Student Housing! Our staff are excited to meet you and help you with your transition to Grenfell Campus!
Please contact:
gchousing@mun.ca if you have any questions.
10:00am-12:00pm
CPS Lemonade Stand
Bennett Wing Rm 243
If life gives you lemons…CPS can help!
Stop by Counselling & Psychological Services (CPS), for a glass of lemonade and meet the team! We’ll be serving some cold drinks, and hope to meet some of our new students on Campus! Check out our wellness library collection, chat with our clinicians, take a look at the therapeutic spaces, and ask any questions you may have about our services.
10:00am-12:00pm
Campus Tours
AS Atrium
Take a guided tour to get comfortable with Grenfell Campus
10:00am-12:00pm
Academic Advising
Learn about your courses with an Academic Advising Session. Each student has been emailed, @mun email, a time and location for your academic advising session.
10:00am-12:30pm
Get Your Swag
AS Atrium
Make sure to pick up your Orientation Swag after your academic advising session.
12:30-1:00pm
Matriculation Ceremony
Roundabout
Sponsored by TD Canada Trust
Join us for your official induction into the Grenfell Campus family.
2:00pm-4:00pm
Math placement test.
AS 378
2:00pm-4:00pm
Calculus Placement Test
AS 375
4:30-5:30pm
Entrance Scholarship Ceremony
Fine Arts Theatre
Grenfell Campus would like to celebrate our first-year scholarship and award recipients. Winners have been sent a special invite, in their @mun email, to a congratulatory reception hosted by our Vice President. Parents and supporters of the scholarship winners are also invited. Please confirm your attendance and the number of guests who will be accompanying you at
gcstudentservices@mun.ca
8:00am-5:00pm
Campus ID Cards
Library
Stop by the Ferriss Hodgett Library any time today to get your MUN ID Card! It is a necessity for signing out books, taking exams, and getting some fantastic student discounts at local businesses.
8:30am-10:00am
Grab & Go Breakfast
AS Atrium
Sponsored by School Milk Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador and the Salvation Army Temple
Have breakfast on US! Drop by and pick up a quick Grab & Go breakfast to start your day!
10:00am-1:00pm
Campus Tours
AS Atrium
Take a guided tour to get comfortable with Grenfell Campus.
10:00am-1:00pm
Resource Fair
AS Atrium
Sponsored by Atlantic Edge Credit Union
Grenfell Campus has so many great services available to assist students with success in their academic and social lives. Additionally, we have supportive banking organizations to help with financial concerns. Drop by and find out more! Complete the passport for this event and be entered to win some fantastic prizes!
10:00am- 1:00pm
International Students:
Apply/ Renew Your MCP
AS Atrium
The Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Care Plan (MCP) is a publicly administered comprehensive plan of public medical care insurance. You can get an MCP card for free and it can be really helpful if you need to use any public health facilities. If you would like to apply for MCP, or renew your MCP card, bring copies of the following documents:
- MCP application
- Proof of enrollment issued within last 30 days (get your letter at the Registrar's Office)
- Copy of study permit (must be valid for at least 12 months from now)
- Copy of passport
6:00-9:00pm
International Students SIN (Social Insurance Number) Session
AS 2034
A SIN is a nine-digit number that is needed in Canada, to have access to programs and benefits offered by the government, and to file taxes. International students, who are eligible and want to get a SIN, need to bring their passport and study permit.
8:00am-5:00pm
Campus ID Cards
Library
Stop by the Ferriss Hodgett Library any time today to get your MUN ID Card! It is a necessity for signing out books, taking exams, and getting some fantastic student discounts at local businesses.
7:00-11:00pm
Beats, Bites & Beginnings
Lawn outside The Backlot
Sponsored by RBC
Let's meet some new friends, listen to some fantastic music, enjoy great snacks, win fantastic prizes, and get sticky with S’mores!
8:00am-5:00pm
Campus ID Cards
Library
Stop by the Ferriss Hodgett Library any time today to get your MUN ID Card! It is a necessity for signing out books, taking exams, and getting some fantastic student discounts at local businesses.
1:00-2:30pm
International Students: Mental Health Session
GCSU Lounge
(Tentative)
Take a few minutes to recharge. This session is open to all students and will offer practical tools to help you manage stress, boost your mood and stay mentally healthy while navigating academics, new friendships and everyday life.
5:00-7:00pm
International Students: Get Together
AS Atrium
Let's meet some new people, including members of the GCSU International and Black Student Caucus. We will have games, snacks (bring your own utensils and dishes), and prizes. New and returning students are welcome to join.
8:00pm
Bingo Night
GCSU Dining Hall
Doors open at 7PM, Bingo starts at 8PM
Join us for a high-energy, all ages, Bingo Night! We’ll have music, amazing prizes and a 19+ bar section for those who want to sip while they daub. Cards and daubers available for purchase (while supplies last). Come early, grab a seat, and get ready for some BINGO!
8:00am-5:00pm
Campus ID Cards
Library
Stop by the Ferriss Hodgett Library any time today to get your MUN ID Card! It is a necessity for signing out books, taking exams, and getting some fantastic student discounts at local businesses.
4:00-7:00pm
Meet & Greet: Student, Faculty, & Staff
The Backlot
Mix, mingle, and meet the amazing people on Campus! Enjoy happy hour specials! Following the Concert in the Park, The Scum City Slimes will perform at 10:00pm. There will be door prizes, live music, and good company all evening long!
7:00-10:00pm
Student Welcome Back Concert
Margaret Bowater Park
Corner Brook welcomes all students for an evening of music and dancing at Margaret Bowater Park. For those new to the Campus, the park is just down the hill!
9:30am-1:30pm
50th Anniversary Community Celebration
AS Atrium
Come join us on the Campus grounds and AS Atrium! Everyone is welcome to learn about Grenfell, and enjoy some snacks, games, crafts, and activities at this fun, family-friendly event.
11:00am
Splash of Colour Run
Roundabout
Registration is at 10:15 –
meet at the AS Atrium. To get registered before the run gets underway. The run starts at 11am! The most colourful three kilometres in Corner Brook will be at Grenfell Campus this fall! Join us for our non-competitive, fun run, that requires only your enthusiasm for running through a rainbow of colours (we’ll provide the white t-shirts and sunglasses)
The route will be 3 complete loops around Grenfell Campus, with the start/finish line outside the Arts & Science Atrium. (Each runner will be required to complete a waiver prior to the race).
Join us at the finish line for a group photo!
Great prizes to be won! If you have questions or concerns, please contact Britney Marsden bmarsden@mun.ca or Jana Walsh f9jw@mun.ca
7:00pm- Close
CB Nuit
West Street
An amazing experience on West Street, Corner Brook. It will feature art, music, and performance. All are welcome!
11:00am
Campus Coffee Break
The Indigenous Resource Centre invites you to join them at the Tipi for coffee, conversation, and community as we welcome students back to Campus and begin the new semester. All are welcome to stop by, connect, and share in this gathering.
(If possible please bring your own mug).
10:00am-1:00pm
Get Involved Grenfell Fair
AS Atrium
Students can meet a variety of on- and off-campus organizations and community groups offering opportunities to volunteer, network, and gain valuable professional and life experience while studying. For further information, please contact Thomas at: twy675@mun.ca.
6:00-9:00pm
Library Board Game Night
Library
Meet new students and reconnect with returning friends! Choose from over 200 games in the library’s collection or bring your favourites. Enjoy our candy buffet, too!
9:00pm- Close
Live Music Night: FT With Violet (Tentative)
Doors open at 9:00pm, music starts at 11:00pm. Get ready for a high-energy night with With Violet, one of the region’s most exciting up-and-coming bands! Come out for an evening of dancing and good vibes. Door prizes, a lively crowd, and late-night fun guaranteed. Check out the GCSU instagram for more information: Grenfell Campus Student Union (@gcsunion) • Instagram photos and videos
9:00pm-Close
80’s Party ft. The Mixed Tapes
The Backlot
Sponsored by ScotiaBank:
Doors open at 9:00pm, music starts at 10:00pm. It’s time to rewind the clock! Dress in your best 80’s gear and dance the night away with The Mixed Tapes, a well-known local band bringing all your favorite retro hits. This is a 19+ event, so grab your ID and get ready for a rad night of live music, door prizes and fun! Check out the GCSU instagram for more information: Grenfell Campus Student Union (@gcsunion) • Instagram photos and videos
11:00am-3:00pm
All Nations Powwow
AS Atrium
Grenfell Campus’ Office of Indigenous Affairs will be hosting the 9th Annual All-Nations Powwow. Opening reception at 11:00am., followed by Grand Entry at 1:00pm. Join us for a day filled with learning, community, kinship, and celebration. The Powwow will also feature local vendors and artisans offering handmade crafts, artworks, jewelry, and food.
All are welcome to attend this family-friendly event!
11:00am
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
AS Atrium
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation responds to one of the calls to action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. It calls for a day to “honour survivors, their families, and communities, and ensure that public commemoration of the history and legacy of residential schools remains a vital component of the reconciliation process.” Observing the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is one of the ways Grenfell Campus can demonstrate its commitment to the process of reconciliation. Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to take part in planned activities, which include the raising of the Every Child Matters Flag at 11:00am followed by a commemorative walk. Everyone is encouraged to wear orange; Every Child Matters t-shirts are available for purchase in the campus bookstore and pins are available in the Indigenous Resource Centre.