Events

We are pleased to participate and host a number of events throughout the year that engage our community as well as provide opportunities for Memorial students to learn, expand their networks and share their ideas.

UPCOMING:

Social Innovation Jams​

Looking to make a difference in just 90 minutes? Join the Centre for Social Enterprise’s first Innovation Jam, where you’ll brainstorm solutions for a real-world challenge faced by Food First NL, a local social enterprise. Collaborate with fellow students, develop innovative solutions, and enjoy some pizza!

​This event is open to all Memorial University students. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to innovate and connect with the social enterprise community!

When: September 18 | 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Where: Social Changemaker Space, Business Administration Building (BN-4015)

Register Here

Shine

Do you struggle with imposter syndrome? Are you unsure how to navigate challenges in the workplace? Shine is for you!

Shine is a new program in partnership with the Centre for Social Enterprise, Cenovus Centre, and Centre for Entrepreneurship that is for female and gender diverse undergraduate and graduate students at Memorial University. It aims to help students navigate common challenges and questions in their careers and personal lives in a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Next meeting: October 3, 2024 | 12:00 - 1:30pm

Where: Social Changemaker Space, Business Administration Building (BN-4015)

Registration opening soon

Social Enterprise Week

The Centre for Social Enterprise is hosting a full week of activities from Nov. 19 - 23, 2024. Here is a sneak peak of what we currently have planned (with more details to come!)

    

Event Time  LocationDetails
November 20                      Social Enterprise 101 Sessions 10:00 - 11:00am
  • Business Administration, BN-4032
  • School of Social Work (Room TBD)
  • Engineering, MCE EN-3075
 The CSE team will be delivering 3 sessions simutanelously in different areas of campus! Come learn about the CSE and what social enterprise/social innovation means. 
November 20 Social Enterprise Field Trip 1:00pm - 4:00pm To be announced To be announced
November 21 Social Enterprise Fair 10:00 - 1:00pm The Breezeway, UC-1004 To celebrate Social Enterprise World Day, the CSE is hosting their second annual Social Enterprise Fair. Come by to visit various SE booths and learn about their products/services.
November 22 - 23 Social Impact-a-thon Agenda to be released soon Social Changemaker Space, BN-4015 This year, the Social Impact-a-thon is called Ready4Change - a student competition focused on climate change and disaster preparedness. Learn from community experts and pitch your innovative ideas for cash awards.