Join hosts Megan and Will in this special Pride Month episode as they delve into their personal experiences and reflections on being queer at university. They talk about the challenges and self-discovery that come with embracing their queer identities during this pivotal phase of life.  Throughout the episode, Megan and Will share their own unique journeys, discussing the initial steps they took in exploring and accepting their queerness. They touch on the significance of finding supportive communities like the Queer Caucus and the drag community, and how these connections shaped their understanding of their identities.    Follow us!  Tik Tok- @grenfellcampus Instagram- @grenfellcampus Twitter- @grenfellcampus Facebook- Grenfell Campus, Memorial University of Newfoundland

Welcome to this weeks episode of Grenfell Matters, where we dive into the experiences of recent university graduate Megan Scott! In this episode, our host Will sits down with Megan to discuss her convocation, graduating from university, and what's next for her post-grad. Megan shares her journey through university, the challenges she faced, and the memories that she will carry with her forever. Will delves into Megan's convocation nerves, and what it will mean to her to walk across the stage and receive her degree. As they discuss Megan's next steps post-grad, Will asks her about her plans for the future, and how she plans on taking the next steps in her career. Megan also shares her thoughts on how university prepared her for life after graduation and what skills she has learned that will help her succeed in the working world. Overall, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who is graduating soon or has recently graduated from university. Join us as we explore Megan's journey and learn valuable lessons from her experience. Follow us! Tik Tok- @grenfellcampus Instagram- @grenfellcampus Facebook- Grenfell Campus, Memorial University of Newfoundland LinkedIn- @grenfellcampus

On today's episode Will, Megan and Sara chat about the end of the semester and how to conquer all the final papers, exams, projects and presentations. Whether you're wondering where to go for research for a paper (hint: Google Scholar is a life saver) or how to study for those tricky long answer questions our student ambassadors talk about it all today! Ferriss Hodgett Library Hours: Friday March 31 - open until 1am Saturday April 1 -  noon -  1am Sunday April 2 -  noon -  1am   Good Friday April 7 – CLOSED Saturday April 8 -  regular hours  (12-5) Sunday April 9 - regular hours (2-10)     Friday April 14 – open until 1am Saturday April 15 -  noon -  1am Sunday April 16  - noon -  1am April 7-9 and April 14-16 there will be free coffee, tea, hot chocolate and snacks in the evenings. Follow us! Tik Tok- @grenfellcampus Instagram- @grenfellcampus Facebook- Grenfell Campus, Memorial University Twitter- @grenfellcampus

In today's episode, Roshan and Indee chat about what their experience has been like being an International Student on Grenfell Campus. They chat about how they found Grenfell, applying for a Visa, being home sick, and more!  Follow us! Instagram- @grenfellcampus Tik Tok- @grenfellcampus Facebook- @grenfellcampus  LinkedIn- Grenfell Campus, Memorial University 

Kerenh Gandu and Vicky Quao, from the Black Students Caucus, take over the podcast to chat about Black History month and its significance, labels, their experience as Black international students in Newfoundland, and just being human beings. Events celebrating Black History this month: Black Excellence Day Feb.28 12:30pm AS Atrium Masquerade Gala March. 4 Grove Backlot 7pm $15 Follow us on social media! Tik Tok- @grenfellcampus Twitter- @grenfellcampus Facebook- Grenfell Campus, Memorial University

On today's episode, Sarah and Indee sit down with Derek Koranteng, a second year business student, member of the Black Student Caucus, and owner of the clothing brand Qrown. Derek tells us what Black History Month means to him, why it's important, what it's like running a business as a university student, and how he juggles it all. Check out our social media for more info on what the Black Student Caucus has planned for the remainder of the month! Follow us! Instagram- @grenfellcampus Tik Tok- @grenfellcampus Twitter- @grenfellcampus Facebook- Grenfell Campus, Memorial University Follow Derek's clothing brand- @qrown.clothing

We are back! On today's episode Will, Megan, and Roshan discuss their best tips on enjoying the Winter Semester and how to get through the cold, snowy Western Newfoundland winter.  Follow us!  Instagram- @grenfellcampus  Tik Tok- @grenfellcampus  Facebook- Grenfell Campus, Memorial University  Twitter- @grenfellcampus  LinkedIn1 @grenfellcampus

In today’s episode, Will and Niamh chat about what they have experienced thus far in their Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees. Will is a first year Visual Arts student and Niamh is a first-year theatre student. They both started university in other majors and made the jump to fine arts in their second year. While Fine Arts can be a challenging degree, Will and Niamh chat about what they’ve learned and how they have overcome those challenges. Follow us! Instagram- @grenfellcampus Tik Tok- @grenfellcampus Twitter-@grenfellcampus Facebook @grenfellcampus More information on the Bachelor of Fine Arts- https://www.grenfell.mun.ca/academics-and-research/Pages/school-of-fine-arts.aspx

Megan and Indee sat down to talk about graduate studies. Indee is a graduate student in Masters of Boreal Ecosystems and Agriculture Studies and Megan is in her final year of a Bachelor of Science with a focus in Math, Biology and Chemistry. They talk through how to find the right program, how to figure out a research topic, what kind of funding is available, and where to apply. Follow the links below for information on Graduate Studies at Grenfell Campus. Grad Studies Page- https://grenfell.mun.ca/academics-and-research/Pages/graduate-studies.aspx Email- [email protected] Phone- (709)639-6585 To get in contact with a student recruitment officer, check out this page on our website: https://grenfell.mun.ca/future-students/Pages/contact-us.aspx

This week Megan and Will talk about how to take care of your mental health while being a busy university student. They chat about times when they struggled and how they got out of it, tips for helping their mental health when the semester gets stressful, and how they’ve been feeling lately.  If you need help, please reach out.  CPS- https://grenfell.mun.ca/current-students/Pages/counselling.aspx CEP- https://grenfell.mun.ca/Departments/Pages/campus-security.aspx Grenfell Resources- https://grenfell.mun.ca/current-students/Pages/counselling/resources.aspx Follow us on social media Instagram- @grenfellcampus Tik Tok- @grenfellcampus Twitter-@grenfellcampus Facebook @grenfellcampus