In this episode of Grenfell Matters, Precious from the Grenfell Campus Black Student Caucus sits down with Benjamin and Kemi, two students from the Master of Applied Literary Arts (MALA) program. They share their journeys from home to Grenfell and how the MALA program has given them the opportunity to express themselves creatively. The conversation explores their cultural backgrounds, identities, and personal experiences, highlighting how these elements have shaped their creative processes and p...
Feb 19, 2025•51 min•Season 3Ep. 2
February is Black History Month, and this month on Grenfell Matters, we're featuring conversations with the Grenfell Campus Black Student Caucus. This week, Precious and Derek sit down with Dr. Kwabena Boateng for a compelling discussion about the importance of representation, his journey in academia, and what it takes to succeed - no matter the career path.
Feb 04, 2025•46 min•Season 3Ep. 1
On this episode, hosts Angela Gomez (International Student Programming Coordinator, Grenfell Campus) and Kristen Pittman (Manager of Indigenous Affairs, Grenfell Campus) continue the conversation about anti-racism. They are joined by speakers engaged in anti-racism in Newfoundland and Labrador, including, Maria Dussan (Program Coordinator at Community Justice Connect), Laurabel Mba (Anti-racism and Inclusion Specialist), Miguel Jones (Advocate for anti-racism in NL) and Thomas Young (Career Deve...
Mar 28, 2024•53 min•Season 2Ep. 9
In recognition of the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, this episode features speakers engaged in anti-racism activism in Newfoundland and Labrador. Hosts Angela Gomez (International Student Programming Coordinator, Grenfell Campus) and Kristen Pittman (Manager of Indigenous Affairs, Grenfell Campus) are joined by Maria Dussan (Program Coordinator at Community Justice Connect), Laurabel Mba (Anti-racism and Inclusion Specialist), Miguel Jones (Advocate for anti-raci...
Mar 21, 2024•46 min•Season 2Ep. 8
As Black History Month concludes, this week, Derek is joined by Amina, the Black Student Caucus Events Coordinator, to discuss the success of the month's events. Tune in to hear more about the Black Culture Festival happening this Saturday! Follow us! Instagram - @grenfellcampus Tik Tok - @grenfellcampus Facebook - Grenfell Campus, Memorial University LinkedIn - Grenfell Campus, Memorial University
Mar 07, 2024•22 min•Season 2Ep. 7
On this episode of Grenfell Matters, hear from guests Derek, Adaeze, and Abdul. As part of the third instalment for Black History Month, they discuss what the month means to them, and why they celebrate it. Listen as they answer these questions, and discuss other topics, such as operating a successful business in another country, the importance of representation, and the black community in Corner Brook. Follow us! Instagram - @grenfellcampus Tik Tok - @grenfellcampus Facebook - Grenfell Campus, ...
Feb 27, 2024•53 min•Season 2Ep. 6
This week's episode of Grenfell Matters is the second episode for Black History Month! This instalment features guests from the Grenfell Black Student Caucus, Culture to Community Program, and Grenfell International Office. Listen to their conversations as they discuss culture shocks, constraints and challenges they have faced as international students, and the events happening for Black History Month on campus. Follow us! Instagram - @grenfellcampus Tik Tok - @grenfellcampus Facebook - Grenfell...
Feb 20, 2024•37 min•Season 2Ep. 5
It's Black History Month! This is the first episode in a series that will feature members of the Black Student Caucus here on campus. Listen to their conversations as they discuss their journeys to Canada. They detail why they came here, the challenges they have faced, and the success they have had so far. Follow us! Instagram - @grenfellcampus Tik Tok - @grenfellcampus Facebook - Grenfell Campus, Memorial University LinkedIn - Grenfell Campus, Memorial University...
Feb 13, 2024•47 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Grenfell Matters is back for the Winter Semester! In today's episode, Ajith is joined by Natasha, a fellow PhD student completing the Transdisciplinary Sustainability program, to discuss how they enjoy the winter months here on campus. Listen as Natasha details some of the best winter hobbies the west coast of Newfoundland has to offer, including skiing, skating, snowshoeing, sliding, and more, while Ajith outlines his unique experience with these activities as an international student. Follow u...
Feb 06, 2024•18 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In today's episode, Ajith is joined by Amna, a Master of Management student here on campus. They discuss Amna's life on campus, focusing mainly on her experience as an international student. They touch on various topics such as housing options, campus services/supports, career opportunities, extra-curricular activities, dealing with the winter weather, and more! Follow us! Instagram - @grenfellcampus Tik Tok - @grenfellcampus Facebook - Grenfell Campus, Memorial University LinkedIn - Grenfell Ca...
Dec 13, 2023•23 min•Season 2Ep. 2
We are back! In this episode, join our host Ajith and his guest, Nathaniel Amoah, a Ghanaian exchange student pursuing his PhD in Italy. They discuss Nathaniel's journey to Grenfell, as well as his academic background and research interests. They also touch on Nathaniel's first-hand experiences with NL culture. Follow us! Instagram - @grenfellcampus Tik Tok - @grenfellcampus Facebook - Grenfell Campus, Memorial University LinkedIn - Grenfell Campus, Memorial University...
Nov 15, 2023•23 min•Season 2Ep. 1
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 commu...
Jun 16, 2023•21 min
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...
Apr 28, 2023•21 min
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 – ...
Mar 24, 2023•36 min
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
Mar 10, 2023•27 min
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 Univers...
Feb 17, 2023•39 min
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- @...
Feb 07, 2023•27 min
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
Jan 28, 2023•23 min
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- @grenfellcam...
Dec 16, 2022•22 min
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...
Dec 02, 2022•15 min
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://grenfel...
Nov 12, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Welcome to the Grenfell Matters Podcast, a podcast for students by students. Your Grenfell Campus Student Ambassadors will be your hosts and will cover topics from mental health and study tips, all the way to their favourite classes (and least favourite). On this episode of Grenfell Matters Megan, Sarah, Niamh, Indee and Will introduce themselves and catch up on how their Fall semester has been so far (including an interesting story about the laundry room on campus). Follow is on Social Media: I...
Nov 04, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 1
