Internationalization Office
The Internationalization Office (IO) is tasked with supporting you in your journey through your university experience and beyond. From preparing for arrival, finding appropriate housing, to navigating the visa and immigration regulations for coming to Canada, making sure you have appropriate health coverage and well supported (including when arriving with your family), as well as providing and outreach throughout your time at the university - the IO is here to support you.
Please feel free to drop by our Discussion Group on Wednesdays from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m., or Coffee Club on Fridays 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. (New times during the summer months).
Memorial University is committed to internationalization, international co-operation, student exchange and mobility and cultural sensitivity. We welcome international visitors and we strive to collaborate with educational institutions, businesses, governments, foundations, benefactors and alumni around the world in order to enrich research and teaching, and to ensure we offer outstanding programs for faculty and students.
In the evolving landscape of international higher education we ascribe Dr. Savo Heleta and Dr. Samia Chase (2022)'s definition as outlined in Heleta, S. & Chasi, S. (2022). Rethinking and redefining internationalization of higher education in South Africa using a decolonial lens, Journal of Higher Education Policy and Management, DOI: 10.l080/13600B0X.2022.2146566:
"Internationalisation of higher education is a critical and comparative process of the study of the world and its complexities, past and present inequalities and injustices, and possibilities for a more equitable and just future for all. Through teaching, learning, research and engagement. Internationalisation fosters epistemic plurality and integrates critical, antiracist and anti-hegemonic learning about the world from diverse global perspectives to enhance the quality and relevance of education."
In person and virtual meetings are available to be scheduled through Microsoft Bookings (MS Bookings).
Bookings with our Immigration Advising Team (IAT) are currently available through My MUN Life. In January, 2025, appointments can be made through MS Bookings.
| LOCATION | TYPE | SERVICE HOURS | NOTES |
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| IO General Office CA-2004 | Physical | 0900 - 1600 (Summer) | Map |
| Email Contact Points | Virtual | 0900 - 1600 (Summer) | |
| Telephone Connections | Virtual | 0900 - 1600 (Summer) |
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For those looking for off-campus housing options, there is a new section on the IO website to assist with your search. When we receive housing listings, we will publish the information on our website.
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The Intensive English Program (IEP) provides English Courses and a bridging program from Grenfell Campus.
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The Office of Student Recruitment (Registrar's Office) completes a wide range of recruitment and outreach activities to Canadian and international prospective undergraduate students.
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Grenfell Campus attracts international students to its unique programs.
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Marine Institute International manages a significant number of projects internationally.
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The School of Graduate Studies administers all master's and doctoral programs at Memorial and facilitates international research collaboration, joint programs, joint supervision and short-term visits.
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Go Abroad Memorial is a pan-university collaboration to encourage students to participate in Learning Abroad experiences.
On-Campus
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GuardMe Student Support Program (GMSSP) - (counselling support available to MUN students via phone)
Off-Campus, community-based supports available to you:
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Bridge the gApp: way to connect with guidance and supports for mental health in NL: www.bridgethegapp.ca/adult/
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24-hour mental health crisis line: (709) 737-4668 (local)/1-888-737-4668 (province-wide)
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Mobile Crisis Response Team: 1-888-737-4668 (St. John’s)
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24-hour walk-in Psychiatric Assessment Unit, Waterford Hospital, (709) 777-3021/(709) 777-3022