2009-2010 VIEWBOOK
Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
www.swgc.mun.ca
“ Grenfell College is a small campus, so it feels
safe and you really get to know everybody.
You get a lot more attention here than at a
bigger university. There are free services like
the learning centre that can help you if you’re
having problems with any of your classes.
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And the accommodations are fabulous. In
residence, you have your own room and share
a bathroom, shower and fridge with only one
other person. You cook your meals in a shared
lounge and your floor mates become like a
family. The chalets are gorgeous; they give
you the independence and feeling of living
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off campus with the convenience of
actually living on campus.
-Jana Gillis
EAST BAY, NS; BFA (THEATRE – ACTING); CLASS OF 2012
Become
You are not just a face in the crowd.
You are not just a number, anonymous
and indistinguishable.
YOU HAVE DREAMS
AND ASPIRATIONS,
IDEALS AND GOALS.
YOU ARE CONFIDENT
AND DETERMINED.
You believe in you, and what
you can become.
So do we.
Table of contents ................................................ 3
Corner Brook ....................................................... 4
Corner Brook map .............................................. 5
Grenfell College .................................................. 6
Western Newfoundland ..................................... 7
Grenfell housing .................................................. 8
Student Services ..................................................10
Health & recreation ............................................ 12
Grenfell College Student Union ....................... 13
International students ......................................... 14
Travel opportunities ........................................... 15
Business administration ..................................... 16
Education ............................................................. 18
English ................................................................. 20
Environmental science ....................................... 22
Environmental studies ........................................ 24
General science .................................................. 26
Historical studies ................................................. 28
Humanities ........................................................... 30
Nursing ................................................................. 32
Psychology............................................................. 34
Social/cultural studies.......................................... 36
Sustainable resource management................... 38
Theatre ................................................................. 40
Tourism studies .................................................... 42
Visual arts ............................................................. 44
Admissions ........................................................... 46
High school equivalencies ................................ 47
Fees ......................................................................
Scholarships ........................................................
Degrees by campus ..........................................
How to get here .................................................
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City at night...
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...or day. Corner Brook is a vibrant, safe,
pretty city where everyday living is a
pleasure. With a population of 22,000,
Corner Brook has all the amenities of a
larger city but the charm of a smaller town.
Corner Brook is the service centre for
the entire western region, which has
a population of about 45,000. Movie
theatres, galleries, restaurants, fitness
centres and shopping malls are all
within walking distance of the campus.
THE CITY OF CORNER BROOK
IS LIKE GRENFELL COLLEGE –
SMALL IN STATURE BUT
LARGE ON LIFE.
You’ll find Corner Brook where the mighty
Humber River flows into the Bay of Islands.
Settled into a valley of the Long Range
Mountains, the city is a mecca for those
looking for outdoor adventure. A forested
trail system sits right at the heart of the
city.
City residents are always on the move,
taking advantage of the area’s alpine and
cross-country skiing, snowmobiling,
golfing, hiking, boating and fishing.
GOOD TO Check out www.cornerbrook.com to get
KNOW : more information about Corner Brook.
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LEGEND
Stephenville
Stephenville
Airport
Port aux Basques
Gorge
Sir Wilfred Grenfell College
Murphy’s Square
College of the North Atlantic
Pepsi Centre
Western Regional School of Nursing
Shopping
Western Memorial Regional Hospital
City Hall
Corner Brook Plaza
Margaret Bowater
Park
Pipe Line Roadway
Millbook Mall
Tourist Information
Valley Mall
Walking Trails
Steady growth
Like you, Sir Wilfred Grenfell College is
evolving. Our new bachelor of resource
management degree has hit the ground
running, and we’ve grown our research
capacity nationally and internationally.
We’re planning campus improvements
that will see an increase in academic
space and residence accommodations.
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WE’RE GROWING,
BUT WE’RE STAYING
TRUE TO OUR ROOTS.
Though our program offerings are
diversifying, we remain dedicated to
the liberal arts and science tradition.
We’re proud to be part of Memorial
University – the largest university in
Atlantic Canada. But with approximately
1,300 students at Grenfell College,
you’ll enjoy a personalized education
in an inspiring and distinctive location.
GOOD TO Grenfell College is one of four Memorial
KNOW : University campuses. We also have two
campuses in the capital city – the St. John’s
campus and the Marine Institute – and one
in Harlow, England. For a full listing of all
degree programs offered at Memorial,
check out page 50.
Kick back
All work and no play?
Unlikely.
Where else can you find first-rate alpine and
cross-country ski facilities within a 15-minute
drive of a university campus? How about hiking
and kayaking adventures? Or maybe you’ll be
enchanted by Gros Morne National Park,
recognized by the United Nations for its
ancient history and unique geology.
Whatever the weather – and we get all kinds –
you’ll find something exciting to do in this
adventurer’s paradise. Warm summers might
find you exploring Corner Brook’s cave system
or meandering along our city trails. Winters are
equally invigorating – an average snowfall of
about 400 centimetres makes Corner Brook
the snowiest city in Canada according to
Natural Resources Canada. So break out
your skis and snowshoes!
All work and no play? Not on our watch!
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Home and away
Ah, the perks of living on campus. Late night chats,
movie marathons, rolling out of bed 10 minutes
before class starts. And the friendships made at
Grenfell College last a lifetime. It’s all good.
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Living on campus is convenient, safe and cost
effective. Whether you’re in residence or the
chalet-style apartments, you’ll enjoy living right at
the heart of the campus community. You’ll have the
convenience of either making your meals in your
kitchen, or hitting the on-campus foodcourt. There
are also on-campus laundry facilities and parking.
Prefer the off-campus independence of your very
own apartment? Contact our Off-Campus Housing
Office – we’re familiar with available accommodations
in the city and can help point you in the right
direction: www.swgc.mun.ca/swgc-res/offcampus/.
Guaranteed space
First-year students who apply by the March 1
deadline and meet certain conditions are
guaranteed a room in residence or the chalet
apartments for one academic year.
Apply online at www.swgc.mun.ca/swgc-res/
onlineapplication.html and send the $20 housing
application fee by March 1; after this date
applications are processed as time permits.
PERSONAL Get involved!
TOUCH : Your residence assistant or chalet adviser
will help you meet the other people on
your residence floor or in your chalet building. Our Student
Housing Office plans lots of activities for both on-campus
and off-campus students – everything from laser tag and
pool parties to holistic health and landlord-tenant
information sessions.
For additional information, please call 709 637 6266
or e-mail resinfo@swgc.mun.ca.
RESIDENCE – $2,408 (two semesters)
Our residence offers accommodations for 190 students in suite-style rooms.
We provide:
• Your own private bedroom
• Telephone with voicemail
• Wireless Internet access
• Bathroom and refrigerator shared with one other student
• Bed, desk and chair
• Window coverings
• Closet, four shelves, three drawers
• Access to a computer/study room
• Combined kitchen and lounge
CHALET APARTMENTS – $2,830 (two semesters)
The chalet apartments offers accommodations for 220 students. Each furnished
apartment contains four single bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen and living room.
Four units are designated for families and have three single bedrooms
($4,622 per year); two other units are wheelchair accessible.
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We provide:
• Private bedroom with bed, desk and chair
• Telephone with voicemail
• Internet service
• 1.5 bathrooms
• Refrigerator, stove, table, chairs and stools
• Window coverings
• Closet unit with drawers
• Sofa, coffee and end table
Residence room layout
Chalet-style apartment layout
It’s all about you
Where can I find…? Who is in charge of…?
And how do I…? So many questions.
So little time. So easy to find answers.
Whether you’re just finishing high school or are
finding your way back to university after some time
away, Student Services can help with almost any
question you have or challenge you encounter.
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WE’RE ALL ABOUT YOU.
We’ll help you build confidence and develop
skills you need to succeed in your personal,
academic and professional life.
From the moment you step on campus to the
moment you cross the stage to get your degree,
we will be there. Orientation helps all new students
get acquainted with Grenfell College, from campus
tours and survival sessions to concerts and
barbecues. Our award-winning Learning Centre
provides academic assistance and career planning
free of charge. Grenfell’s innovative Student
Leadership Program lets the leaders of the future
get hands-on leadership experience and support
from mentors in the community. And our recreation
and wellness activities will keep you hopping.
Check out the list (opposite page) of some of the
services we, and other campus departments provide...
PERSONAL QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS?
TOUCH : If you are a new applicant to
Grenfell College, a current student
will contact you in April to chat about
the “Grenfell experience.”
www.swgc.mun.ca/student
ACADEMIC ADVISING
If you’re a first-year student, you’ll be assigned a professor who will help you
select your courses. Or drop by for some extra help from the senior academic
adviser in the Registrar’s Office.
CAMPUS ENFORCEMENT AND PATROL
On-campus security 24-7.
COMPUTER SERVICES
Free computer access and e-mail accounts help you stay in touch with profs,
friends and university departments.
COUNSELLING AND CHAPLAINCY SERVICES
Our professional counsellors are always willing to help you with any personal
difficulties that might affect your experience at Grenfell. And our Chaplaincy
Office can provide you with spiritual support and guidance.
INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMMING CO-ORDINATOR
If you’re an international student, our international programming co-ordinator
will help you make the transition to your new environment.
LEARNING CENTRE
Grenfell’s Learning Centre offers peer tutoring, supplemental instruction and
one-on-one professional math and literacy assistance. Grenfell’s academic
supports are second to none and are provided free of charge. Within the
Learning Centre, the Career Planning Centre will provide you with resources
to assist you in your career search.
LIBRARY
Ferriss Hodgett Library is a small library with BIG library resources. As part of
the Memorial library system, our library offers personalized service with access
to vast collections of printed and electronic services.
ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT
Need extra cash? Join the 20 per cent of our student population who work
on campus.
WELLNESS EDUCATOR AND WELLNESS CENTRE
Keep you healthy and wise with health checks, educational sessions and regular
recreational programs.
SPECIAL NEEDS
Grenfell College is a barrier-free institution. If you have concerns about
possible obstacles you may face, contact the Learning Centre and we’ll
help you make the transition to university.
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Healthy living
Deadlines got you down? Want to blow off a
little steam? Burn some energy? Check out our
recreational programs and facilities.
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On campus we have a 25m indoor swimming
pool, a large double gymnasium and an outdoor
multi-use court. Through Grenfell’s partnership
with the Pepsi Centre, students have access to
an indoor walking track, ice rink, and a fitness
centre. You can also try aerobics, competitive
sports and recreational swims.
DON’T JUST THINK ABOUT IT
– DO IT!
Grenfell College’s wellness educator has developed
a recreation program that includes a variety of
intramural sports activities. Our sports teams play
in local leagues and tournaments, usually men’s
and women’s volleyball and men’s basketball.
PERSONAL FEELING ADVENTUROUS?
TOUCH : Hit the slopes or the water with Grenfell’s
popular learn-to-ski and -kayak programs.
www.swgc.mun.ca/recreation
Don’t miss cross-country skiing at the
Blow-Me-Down Cross-Country Ski Club
and downhill skiing and snowboarding at
Marble Mountain Ski Resort. Or check out the
hiking scene in Gros Morne National Park.
Closer to home, the Corner Brook Stream Trail
system is a beautiful way to get from point A
to point B through the city. And then there’s
kayaking, curling, tennis and soccer… tired yet?
Working for change
Grenfell College students are passionate about
the socioeconomic and cultural issues that affect
the world. Through a variety of Grenfell College
Student Union (GCSU)-sponsored organizations,
such as the Environmental Affairs Committee,
students actively promote positive change.
In coalition with other member locals of the
Canadian Federation of Students (CFS), the
GCSU successfully lobbied for the current
freeze on tuition and the implementation
of up-front needs-based grants.
The GCSU is your voice in all issues affecting the
student population. It organizes activities, offers
comprehensive health and dental plans, and
provides basic services such as photocopying.
The GCSU operates the Student Centre,
including a foodcourt, The Backlot campus
pub, and a student lounge, affectionately
known as “Couchland” (for reasons that
will quickly become obvious to you!).
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PERSONAL SO WHAT ARE YOU INTO?
TOUCH : The GCSU’s list of student clubs and societies
is something you’ll want to check out –
everything from the ever-active Psychology
Society to the adventurous Outdoor Club.
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Seek out
a like-minded crowd and start your own club.
www.gcsuonline.ca
Internationally speaking
Our students come from many countries, including
Zimbabwe, Mexico, Malaysia, Belize, Nigeria and
Bangladesh.
As an international student, you’ll love the natural
environment, our commitment to students and our
reasonable tuition costs. These factors combine to
make a perfect place for an international adventure!
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YOU ARE DRAWN HERE BY
YOUR NEED TO EXPLORE.
Our international profile is growing each year.
We’ve responded by creating an International
Student Services Office. Student Services arranges
activities and offers services such as recreational
trips, Canadian culture training, a welcome program
and a monthly international student newsletter to
keep you apprised of everything you need to know.
Every year our faculty, staff and students look
forward to International Night – an event that
showcases traditional meals, clothing and customs
of the various nations represented on campus.
Your presence here will influence us tremendously.
Our international students increase the richness
and diversity of our campus. Join us as we
celebrate our differences and learn from
each other.
PERSONAL HAVE LOTS OF QUESTIONS?
TOUCH : Why not sign up for our peer correspondents
program? New students are connected via
e-mail to those currently attending Grenfell
to discuss what it’s really like to be an
international student at the Corner Brook
campus of Memorial University.
www.swgc.mun.ca/iss
Travel abroad
From England to Saint-Pierre et Miquelon and the United States,
our international study opportunities are many and varied.
BE A GRENFELL STUDENT
– IN ENGLAND!
If you’re a theatre or visual arts student, you’ll likely visit our Harlow,
England campus to study the history and the culture of the art and
theatre districts. Or you might select the landscape and literature
program – studying the works of selected authors against the
landscape of their creation.
If it’s French you enjoy, enrol in the Frecker Program and visit the islands
of Saint-Pierre et Miquelon. You’ll get an intensive, one-semester
immersion in the French language and culture program.
We are also a member of the National Student Exchange (NSE).
Through this program, you’ll be able to pay Grenfell College tuition
fees while studying for a semester at an NSE member university
in the United States or elsewhere in Canada. Our students have
experienced university life in Oregon, West Virginia, Florida,
New Mexico, California and Hawaii.
The adventure of international travel awaits!
www.swgc.mun.ca/regoff/pages/NSE.aspx
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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION (BBA)
No one escapes the influence of business.
Business is all around us. It’s the science and
art of managing people to produce goods,
services and experiences. Sir Wilfred Grenfell
College’s bachelor of business administration
will teach you how to provide these commodities
in today’s marketspaces in the most effective,
creative and responsible way.
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WHETHER YOU PLAN TO BECOME
THE EDITOR IN CHIEF FOR A NEWS
MAGAZINE OR TO RESEARCH THE
SOCIOECONOMIC IMPACT OF
CANADA’S HEALTH CARE POLICIES,
YOU’LL BE PREPARED FOR YOUR
CAREER PATH.
There are employment prospects in human resources,
accounting, marketing, and wealth planning and
management, as well as the countless opportunities
that exist in the area of self-employment. Or, if you’re
interested in regional economic development, you
will be well positioned to pursue opportunities with
various municipal, provincial, territorial and federal
government agencies and departments.
Jenna Jones, BBA
The bachelor of business administration (BBA)
at Sir Wilfred Grenfell College is a 120-credithour undergraduate business program that
is designed to deliver a comprehensive
foundation in the fundamentals of business and
decision-making. The program also emphasizes
the importance of honing such practical skills
as critical thinking, research and analysis,
professional verbal and written communication
and interpersonal conduct. A required suite of
traditional business courses ensures you will be
equipped in the functional areas of business
operation, such as accounting, marketing,
finance and human resources.
In addition, the Grenfell BBA allows you to
concentrate on one of three growing areas
of interest in our ever-evolving business
environment: contemporary business studies,
small business and entrepreneurship, and
regional economic development.
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There are several ways you can gain entry to
the Grenfell BBA. You may apply for admission
directly from high school, or those with the
appropriate academic background may be
eligible for advanced standing. If you have
advanced standing or are a transfer student,
make sure you consult with the program chair
before seeking enrolment in the program.
GOOD TO Grenfell College is a place
KNOW : to explore, discover and
Jenna Jones chose Grenfell's business administration program because she saw it as
a degree that would open a lot of doors. "The BBA program helped me establish a
strong work ethic," said Jenna, who hails from Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon, Que. "It
pushed me to pay attention to detail, to see things from a logical standpoint and
to develop critical opinions on real life issues." She said the level of instruction at
Grenfell is by far its best asset – "the professors are very knowledgeable, agreeable,
helpful and dedicated. They set the bar high." And even though Jenna has
graduated, she still insists she can't get enough of the place. "If I’m not taking
classes here, I find work here. It’s a fun and fresh place to be. There is always a
new project, art exhibit, fundraiser, sociable, society or other activity to take part in."
innovate. Gateway West
embodies this spirit. Gateway West is a
resource centre available to members of
the Grenfell community who are investigating
small business development. If you have a
great business idea, Gateway West can help
you make it a reality. Visit www.swgc.mun.ca/
gateway/ to check out Gateway West’s
entrepreneurial success stories.
www.swgc.mun.ca/business/
EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (B.Ed.)
They say teachers are called. Heed your
calling and reach your goal of becoming
a teacher more quickly by enrolling in the
Faculty of Education’s primary/elementary
education program, fast-track option, at
Sir Wilfred Grenfell College. Officially called
the “consecutive delivery program,” it can be
completed in just four consecutive semesters,
including a teaching internship in the winter
semester.
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IN JUST 15 MONTHS,
YOU WILL BE PREPARED TO
TEACH IN THE KINDERGARTEN
TO GRADE 6 EDUCATION SYSTEM.
Through courses such as art education and music
education, you will learn how to approach art in
relation to current theories of art and music education,
as well as how to enrich other subject areas through
these disciplines. You’ll gain an awareness and
understanding of childhood behaviour, while focusing
on the development of and distinctions between
“normal” and “exceptional” children.
Lindsi Hutchings, B.Ed.
Your coursework in the fast-track program
will give you an intensive, rich educational
experience. Courses are complemented with
a winter semester internship where you’ll
actually teach children in the classroom. This
intensive educational experience will allow
you to develop your individual teaching style
and recognize the scope and complexity of a
classroom teacher’s roles and responsibilities
under the guidance of a co-operating teacher.
The bachelor of education, primary/elementary,
consecutive delivery option, is a competitive
program. Students applying to the consecutive
delivery option must have completed a total
of 78 credit hours (26 courses). There are
specific courses necessary within these 26
courses, including a required focus area.
Further details are outlined in the Memorial
University Calendar. Students are strongly
encouraged to meet with an academic adviser
to discuss appropriate course selection.
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GOOD TO They’ve been there…most
KNOW : of the faculty members in
the fast-track program will
have hands-on experience in local schools,
or as program specialists at the school
board level. So you can rest assured that
you will receive instruction from people who
have first-hand knowledge of teaching children
and dealing with the many different classroom
situations in which you may find yourself
following graduation.
www.mun.ca/educ/
Lindsi Hutchings has always known what she’s wanted to do with her life.
“For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to teach,” she says.
“The question was, what university would provide me with the skills
I needed to become the kind of teacher I wanted to be? After spending
three years completing pre-requisites at Sir Wilfred Grenfell College
I knew I’d made the right decision.” Lindsi feels confident and prepared
to contribute to the quality of education and the overall quality of life
of children in the school system.
ENGLISH
BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA)
Award-winning poets, novelists and
writers – our English faculty members have
earned provincial, national and international
reputations. Discuss atmosphere and
characterization in the classroom or take
in a reading by a leading international writer.
ENGLISH STUDENTS AT
GRENFELL COLLEGE WILL
FIND THEIR MINDS STIMULATED
AND THEIR HEARTS INSPIRED.
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An English degree forms the foundation for a variety
of fields, preparing you for a career in journalism,
writing, public relations, public service, advertising,
education or tourism promotion. English is also a
favoured first degree if you’re considering a career
such as law or medicine.
ToddDaniel
Hennessey,
BFA,
Pinsent,
BAMFA
Majoring in English improves your knowledge
of the mechanics of the language, as well as
your ability to understand and use literary
references in speaking, writing or research.
Beyond introductory first-year English courses,
you will focus on a three part literary survey,
as well as an exploration of English language
development, critical approaches to English
literature and individual projects.
You will also complete course work in a
selected area of concentration: modern
literature, dramatic literature, Canadian
literature, or a combination of these
three areas.
GOOD TO English faculty and students
KNOW : participate in the March Hare
literary festival, an annual
event during which emerging and
internationally acclaimed poets and writers
tour Newfoundland and Labrador. And the
April Rabbit, Grenfell’s answer to the March
Hare, just celebrated its 10th anniversary.
The Rabbit invites the writers of original poetry,
prose and music to take to the stage among
supportive friends and colleagues.
www.swgc.mun.ca/english/
Daniel Pinsent says Grenfell’s English degree helped prepare him for his
studies at grad school. Although at first he had some misgivings about
attending a smaller college, he found out the opposite was true. “The third
and fourth years of my degree at Grenfell featured many classes that were
as intimate and challenging as graduate seminar classes,” says Daniel,
who is pursuing his his PhD at Queen’s University. “The enthusiasm these
professors show for the material they teach and the people they educate
is infectious. I have been inspired to become an English professor and
I can only hope to have such a strong impact on future students as
Grenfell professors have had on me.”
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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.Sc.)
The mother of all field trips – our
environmental science program has opened
doors for students to study climate change
in the Arctic and marine environments in
Australia – just to name a couple. But if you
prefer the comforts of home... stay closer to
Grenfell College and participate in a field course
at the Bonne Bay Marine Station in Gros Morne
National Park. Our campus is not far from wetlands,
boreal forest, the ocean, river systems and
sub-Arctic tundra.
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ROLL UP YOUR SLEEVES AND
GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY.
The environment is your laboratory. Our faculty will
encourage you to get involved in the research they are
conducting – everything from the breakdown of
pesticides in the environment to the impact of the forest
industry on our region’s songbird population.
As a graduate of this program, you may be employed
as a science technologist or field scientist. Or continue
your studies in graduate school or a professional field
such as environmental law, business administration,
library science or medicine.
Jake Russell-Mercier, Class of 2010
Our program is interdisciplinary, combining
aspects of all the natural sciences. It includes a
general or honours option and provides a broad
background in many areas pertaining
to the environment, such as oceanography,
soil and soil remediation, environmental
economics, energy and the environment,
global climate change and conservation
biology. We offer two concentrations within
this program: environmental biology
and environmental chemistry.
The environmental biology stream
investigates the relationships between
environmental factors and organisms in
terrestrial and freshwater habitats, and
the human impact on these habitats.
The environmental chemistry stream
focuses on the chemical processes that
enable life to exist on earth. Emphasis is
placed on applied chemistry with specific
courses in aquatic, atmospheric and
industrial chemistry, and analytical techniques.
GOOD TO Thanks to the Gros Morne
KNOW : National Park University
Jake Russell-Mercier chose to pursue the environmental science (honours)
biology stream not only because of his interest in this field, but also
because "it is becoming a subject of increased importance on a global
scale. This program will serve me in the future as it provides me with a
strong interdisciplinary theoretical base along with some valued practical
experience." Jake says he's received excellent instruction at Grenfell and
feels his professors are genuinely interested in his academic career.
"I enjoy and appreciate my Grenfell experience – my profs have
been very approachable, knowledgeable and eager to assist me."
Environmental Internship,
environmental science graduate Alyssa Matthew
spent a summer amidst the beauty of Gros
Morne National Park. Alyssa, who hails from
Prince Edward Island, studied the trails of
Western Brook Pond to measure the impacts
of limestone gravel paths on native plants.
The internship, valued at $4,500, is sponsored
by Gros Morne National Park of Canada and
the Gros Morne Co-operating Association.
“My research will help support Gros Morne
National Park’s mandate to protect the
natural environment,” said Alyssa.
www.swgc.mun.ca/envs/
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ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA)
From almost any vantage point on the
Grenfell College campus you can see the
sparkling Bay of Islands, or the majestic
Blow-Me-Down Mountains.
Where better to study the environment
than in a place as rich and lush as this?
WE ARE SURROUNDED
BY MOUNTAINS AND OCEAN
AND WE’RE NOT FAR FROM
NATURAL WONDERS AND
WORLD HERITAGE SITES.
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At Grenfell College we follow our own best practices.
We promote environmental excellence and foster an
identity as an environmentally friendly university. We
are developing a campus master plan that considers
energy efficiency, water use, the indoor environment
and use of resources. The best way to know
environmental excellence is to live it.
Our environmental studies program can lead to a
variety of careers. You might work in environmental
education, park interpretation, journalism, law, or
policy and planning. You could find yourself conducting
environmental impact assessments, or taking it all in
as you work in outdoor recreation or adventure tourism.
Maria Makowska, BA
In the environmental studies program, you’ll
take courses covering topics such as resource
management, mapping, environmental
economics, ethics and policy. We offer
two concentrations within this program:
environmental perspectives and outdoor
environmental pursuits.
Environmental perspectives will help you
develop a comprehensive understanding
of environmental issues.
Outdoor environmental pursuits explores the
hows and whys of various outdoor skills, such
as kayaking and skiing, in a way that respects
our valuable environmental resources.
GOOD TO Avalanche! Not something
KNOW : you want to hear while skiing in
the mountains. But avalanches
are a hazard of which many outdoor winter
enthusiasts are not aware. In Newfoundland
and Labrador alone, 60 people have died in
avalanche-related accidents. Our environmental
studies program offers recreational
avalanche courses in partnership with the
Canadian Avalanche Association to raise
awareness of avalanche safety.
www.swgc.mun.ca/envstudy/
Maria Makowska grew up in Coquitlam, BC, and fell in love with nature
at an early age during her family's summer camping trips. "I chose to
study at Grenfell because of the small class setting, which has allowed
me to make great connections with professionals in my field," she says.
Maria received the Gros Morne Internship in her final year of study,
which gave her "a great opportunity to put the skills I had learned
to the test and gave me hands-on experience on conducting my
own research."
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GENERAL SCIENCE
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.Sc.)
Remember high school science?
Eviscerating frogs, blowing up test tubes
and setting Bunsen burners ablaze?
Remember math and physics? Puzzling algorithms,
and the hair-raising thrills of electromagnetics?
BIOLOGY. CHEMISTRY.
EARTH SYSTEMS. MATHEMATICS.
PHYSICS. SO MANY CHOICES.
At Grenfell College you can have it all.
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As a graduate, you will find your degree useful as a
foundation for a bachelor of education. In addition,
upon completing this undergraduate degree you can
use it as a springboard into professions such as law,
dentistry, medicine, journalism or library science.
Jason Lanza, B.Sc.
The beauty of the general science degree is
your ability to learn about several different
subject areas, as opposed to focusing on just
one. As a student in the general science degree
program, you will complete a minimum of eight
courses in three of the following five disciplines:
biology, chemistry, earth systems, mathematics
and physics. Any combination will allow you to
accumulate courses in at least three teachable
science areas. So rather than the usual “major”
and “minor,” you will, in essence, be taking
subjects in areas that are equivalent to a
triple minor.
A general or honours option is available.
GOOD TO Dr. Geoffrey Rayner-Canham
KNOW : of Grenfell’s Division of Science
was named as one of the
2007 honorees of the 3M National Teaching
Fellowships. Over the past 30 years, Dr. RaynerCanham has promoted science to countless
students in Newfoundland and Labrador. He
has become one of the most sought-after
experts at Grenfell. Through his “Chemistry is
Everywhere!” show, he has reached thousands
of students and teachers, including those in
isolated communities in Labrador that can be
reached only by plane or coastal boat.
www.swgc.mun.ca/science/
Grenfell's general science degree gave Jason Lanza the experience he
needed to become a science teacher. "I want to teach specifically the areas
of mathematics and physics," said Jason, who hails from Corozal Town,
Belize. "All the professors who taught me the sciences of mathematics,
physics, chemistry, earth science and environmental science have truly
stimulated my interest to pursue further studies at a graduate level. They
have challenged and guided me to discover my true potential and my true
interest in the fields of science. Because of them, I am even more eager to
become a teacher. I want to be like them.” Jason is the winner of the 2009
University Medal Academic Excellence in General Science.
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HISTORICAL STUDIES
BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA)
Historical studies is more than learning
facts, dates and lists of events. It’s an
intriguing, challenging, creative and inspiring
form of intellectual and practical exploration.
At its essence, it helps everyone make better
sense of the moments, years and centuries
which have led to today’s world.
STUDYING THE PAST HELPS US
UNDERSTAND THE PRESENT,
AND PLAN FOR THE FUTURE.
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To understand the past, you must begin by learning
from whence we came. You must understand what it
was like when European powers encountered native
peoples, why wars were fought over religion, trade
and power, and what led to key political and diplomatic
decisions. History addresses the differences which
surround us, such as between countries like Canada
and the United States, places like Newfoundland and
Labrador. It also provides different ways of looking at
the past, the many viewpoints of history’s rulers, artists,
philosophers, scholars and just “plain folk.”
Our historical studies faculty bring to life the study
of Greek, Roman, Medieval, European, North
Atlantic, Newfoundland and Canadian history. Their
specializations and interests encompass art, national
and colonial history, military history, the history
of ideas, social and cultural history, and more. What
we teach also links to related areas of historical studies,
including literary and theatre history, history of
science, and social and cultural studies.
Carolynne Gabriel, Class of 2010
Our historical studies program offers a flexible
and multi-disciplinary approach to history.
Choosing it as your major will help you develop
the ability to articulate the significance of
political, social, cultural, economic and military
events. You may also take a joint major or
consider taking historical studies as a minor.
At Grenfell we will help you develop the ability
to analyze and interpret past events, and to
learn how they’ve shaped our world. Our
faculty make every effort to help students
think critically and become independent
thinkers. The research, writing and other
skills you will learn can open doors to
professional careers in education, law,
public service, journalism, tourism, museum
studies and politics, communications and
knowledge-based industries.
Our low student-professor ratios combine with
quality instruction to provide a more
personalized teaching approach. And our
excellent library system provides collections of
documents and scholarly works to assist and
encourage students to learn about the past.
GOOD TO Students interested in meeting
KNOW : people with interests similar
Carolynne Gabriel believes Grenfell’s BA in historical studies ensures that
students have a well-rounded understanding and appreciation of history.
“A broader understanding of how history has unfurled, as well as the
instruction received on how to think critically, are important for understanding
the present and are applicable in one's own life,” says Carolynne, who hails
from Komoka, ON. “The instruction I’ve received at Grenfell is of the best
quality, not only because the professors are highly knowledgeable in their
areas of interest, but also because they are very supportive and always
willing to offer assistance and encouragement.”
to their own are invited to join
the Student History Society. As well, Grenfell
College’s Historical Studies program offers
several prestigious awards to eligible students,
including The Joanne Swan Greenlee Prize in
Historical Studies, The Capt. Hugh Palliser
Prize in History and the Historical Studies
Merit Award.
www.swgc.mun.ca/histstd/
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HUMANITIES
BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA)
The ability to think critically. To have
imagination, be open-minded and
appreciative of the experiences of others.
To communicate effectively.
WELCOME TO HUMANITIES
– WHERE HUMAN NATURE,
PHILOSOPHY AND CULTURE COLLIDE.
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Once you have your humanities degree in hand,
you’ll be versatile and will be able to take on just
about anything. You could go on to graduate
studies or other professional programs, or perhaps
work in areas such as journalism, law and social
science, just to name a few.
In fact, the Social Sciences and Research Council of
Canada says “humanities and social-science graduates
land good jobs, earn more and suffer less unemployment
than those with only technical or vocational training”
and that a background in liberal arts provides
“long-term earning power.” Sounds like a plan!
Josh Fleming, BA
Our humanities program encompasses seven
disciplines: Classics is the study of the ancient
cultures of Greece and Rome. English courses
develop communication skills and introduce
you to literary masterpieces. French courses
ensure you are well versed in both of our
nation’s official languages. History introduces
you to current and past events. Philosophy
offers the opportunity to study the works of our
greatest thinkers. Religious studies provides the
opportunity to explore many aspects of human
spirituality. Fine arts history takes you through
the development of visual and theatre arts.
GOOD TO The Grenfell College
KNOW : Humanities Society is a
student-run organization
that’s open to anyone who holds an interest
in humanities or any of its affiliated subjects.
The society offers a wide range of activities
such as debates and discussions on critical
topics and entertaining guest speakers who
will enrich your knowledge of humanities.
www.swgc.mun.ca/humanities/
Josh Fleming chose Grenfell's humanities program because it covers a
broad reach of subjects in which he is interested. "The humanities teach
you to think critically, which is essential in the workplace as well as
everyday life," said Josh. "The instruction I've received has been
superior; the beauty of the program is that you grow to know professors
from a variety of disciplines. Humanities courses allow you to develop
rhetoric while being educated on a broad range of topics - If you're
willing to learn, there is always an open door at Grenfell.”
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NURSING
BACHELOR OF NURSING (BN)
They are on the front line. These men and
women are responsible for your care. Few
careers are more rewarding, or more
challenging.
WORKING AS A PART OF AN
INTERPROFESSIONAL HEALTH CARE
TEAM, NURSES DEAL WITH LIFE
AND DEATH SITUATIONS EVERY DAY.
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As a nurse, you’ll be part of the largest group of
health care professionals in Canada. And you’ll be
in demand worldwide. Career opportunities extend
outside traditional hospital roles. You could work as a
practitioner in remote and rural areas, conduct research,
monitor occupational health risks or work in the
community health field. Or you could find yourself
working as an administrator or educator. Either way,
you’ll be a critical part of the community you serve.
You’ll have many opportunities to gain first-hand
knowledge of what it takes to have a successful nursing
career. The ability to think critically, reflect personally
and make informed decisions based on ethics and
evidence, as well as having sound clinical judgment
and technological competence are all essential
parts of making informed decisions as a nurse.
Western Regional School of Nursing offers low studentinstructor ratios in classrooms and clinical settings.
The bachelor of nursing program is offered at three
sites: Western Regional School of Nursing in
Corner Brook, as well as the Centre for Nursing
Studies and Memorial University, both in St. John’s.
Anne Dicks, BN
To enrol in the nursing program at Western
Regional School of Nursing you must
have completed high school chemistry and
biology in addition to meeting the general
university requirements. Enrolment in the
nursing program is limited and the selection
process is competitive. A supplementary
nursing application is required by March 1
in addition to the general admissions
application.
As for accommodations, you may choose from
Grenfell’s student housing, Monaghan Hall
(adjacent to the hospital), or off-campus in the
Corner Brook area. And you’ll have access to
all services offered through Grenfell College.
You’ll be a member of the Grenfell College
Student Union as well as the Canadian
Nursing Students Association.
GOOD TO They’re students helping
KNOW : students: nursing students are
vital in the delivery of wellness
programming at Grenfell College’s Wellness
Centre. The role of the centre is to enhance
education and awareness of various lifestyle,
health, and well-being issues relevant to
students at university. Find out your blood
pressure, get your waist/hip ratio checked,
or simply learn more about how you can
get healthy.
www.swgc.mun.ca/nursing/
Anne Dicks has fulfilled her passion for caring for others in two short years,
thanks to the fast-track BN program. She chose the program because she
wanted the knowledge, skills and opportunity to work close to home in an
exciting and rewarding career. “As well, I am interested in health research;
While in nursing school, I had the opportunity to work with nursing faculty
and staff on their research projects,” said Anne, a resident of Corner Brook.
“The nursing instructors integrate their practical experiences into their
classroom teaching which makes the classroom learning extremely
meaningful and interesting. They take a lot of pride in being a part of
the nursing profession and instill this sense of pride in their students.”
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PSYCHOLOGY
BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA)
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.Sc.)
To study the mind. To understand animal
and human behaviour. Are personality,
abnormal behavior and intelligence affected
by genetics or the environment? Why do some
people hate and others nurture? Can the
unconscious mind influence behaviour?
PSYCHOLOGY FOCUSES
ON ALL ASPECTS OF
THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE.
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Studying psychology at Grenfell College will give
you skills and knowledge with lifelong relevance,
particularly in the workplace: critical thinking,
problem-solving and analytical abilities, effective
writing and speaking skills.
Whether you pursue a bachelor of arts or science,
your degree in psychology can lead to a variety
of careers, such as lab instructor, police officer,
employment training counsellor, group home
director, social worker, speech therapist or physician.
Grenfell’s psychology programs also provide excellent
preparation for graduate studies at the master’s and
PhD levels in experimental, clinical and applied
psychology.
Rebekah Robbins, B.Sc. (hons)
Our first-year course will introduce you to
modern psychology. Second- and third-year
courses focus on the structure and function
of the brain, animal behaviour, the mysteries
of abnormal personalities, group pressures,
and lost and recovered memories. In the fourth
year, you will participate in a weekly seminar
discussing current issues in academic and
professional psychology, and complete an
independent research project.
You can take the psychology specialization
as either an honours or general BA or B.Sc.
If you plan to attend graduate or professional
school, you might consider the honours option.
As an honours student, you’ll take an increased
number of psychology courses in your second
and third years, as well as a two-semester
empirical research project (a thesis) in your
fourth year. If you opt to take the general
psychology program, you will complete a
one-semester independent research project.
GOOD TO Nestled in the back of the
KNOW : psychology lab are Pat-Rick,
Rebekah Robbbins of Corner Brook says her studies in Grenfell's psychology
program provided her the skills she needed to become a web-based
outreach co-ordinator for youth, as well as to pursue her Master's of Public
Health. "From the beginning of my psychology degree I was enveloped
into the Grenfell community," she says. "The research I was encouraged to
conduct prepared me for a field where it is imperative to be inquisitive and
critically-minded. I am inspired by the dedication of the faculty and staff at
Grenfell to the betterment and well-being of students."
Hubert, Constantine and their
friends. No, they’re not students... they’re
domesticated black-and-white rats that Dr.
Sandra Wright and her students have been
studying. “The research investigates the spatial
cognitive abilities of rodents,” says Dr. Wright,
adding this basically means how rats learn and
remember where they are in their environment
and where important places are, such as food
and shelter. These happy little guys spend
their days lounging, wandering mazes and,
for a treat, feasting on fruity cereal.
www.swgc.mun.ca/psych/
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SOCIAL/CULTURAL STUDIES
BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA)
You and your classmates might come from a
variety of backgrounds, but you all have one
thing in common: an innate curiosity and . . .
THE DESIRE TO FIND OUT WHY
PEOPLE DO THE THINGS THEY DO.
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The social/cultural studies program examines the
practices and meanings of everyday life from social,
cultural and historical perspectives. It questions why
we wake the dead, have differing notions of ‘the
perfect family’, allow the mass media to influence
us, choose a particular form of medical care or
feel bound to the place where we were born.
Some say our culture – the knowledge and skills we
learned as we grew up – shapes us. Others argue that
society – our community and the media – influences us.
The program allows you to examine the interplay of
society, culture and history from three complementary
perspectives: anthropology, folklore and sociology.
These areas share an emphasis on the concept of
culture and rely on the ethnographic method – an
approach that helps you understand the world from
the perspective of the people you are studying.
The social/cultural studies degree will prepare you
for work in social research, governmental and
non-governmental organizations, social policy
and community/rural development, immigration,
public relations, journalism, cultural heritage
preservation and promotion, and the expanding
cultural tourism sector. It also provides a valuable
background for careers in business, human resources,
policing, law, medical care and social work.
Candice Pike, BA
As an interdisciplinary program, social/cultural
studies will allow you to use various lenses in
studying human behaviour: the ‘sociological
imagination’ lens, the comparative cross-cultural
lens and the informal folkloric communication
lens, among others.
In keeping with the tradition of cultural studies,
social/cultural studies at Grenfell is not taught
as a unified theory but as a diverse field of
study encompassing many different approaches,
methods and academic perspectives. It upholds
scholarly discourse that draws on theory and
methods from these various perspectives while
investigating the relations between specific
cultural practices and cultural objects under
conditions limited by power and defined by
contestation, modification and struggle.
Our faculty bring to scholarly discourse a wide
range of research interests. Faculty research
interests include rural development dynamics,
the modern funeral services industry, non-verbal
communication, medicine, Aboriginal identity
and socio-economic issues, belief systems,
identity construction in women’s narrative and
the interrelationship of power/knowledge, and
western social and cultural institutions.
GOOD TO Dr. Ivan Emke’s small-town
KNOW : roots are making big-time
When Candice Pike enrolled in Introduction to Sociology, something clicked.
The social/cultural studies graduate began a journey that helped her better
understand how people connect with each other. “I’ve always been interested
in social dynamics,” said Candice. “I like to observe how people interact socially
as opposed to psychologically.” She received a $14,000 assistantship for grad
school at York University, where she's pursuing a two-year master’s in dance.
She attributes her success to Grenfell's social/cultural studies program. “It’s
a well-rounded program,” she said. “I’ll apply the skills I’ve learned via
researching, communicating and thinking critically.” Candice was awarded
the 2008 University Medal for Academic Excellence in Social/Cultural Studies.
waves. The associate viceprincipal (research) is part of a national research
team that's investigating “The New Rural
Economy.” Along with his team, Dr. Emke looks
at how rural communities are adapting to the
challenges of a changing economy. “People
talk about needing to compete globally, without
really understanding the implications of that,”
he says. “All over the world, traditions are being
trampled in the name of global competition”.
www.swgc.mun.ca/soc_cultural/
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SUSTAINABLE RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT
BACHELOR OF RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT (BRM)
Water, forests, oil and gas: are we using our
planet’s resources responsibly? How can we
better manage these precious renewable and
non-renewable resources, which, more often than
not, we are guilty of taking for granted? Grenfell
College’s bachelor of resource management in
sustainable resource management will equip you
to become a leader in this developing field.
THROUGH YOUR STUDIES YOU
WILL MELD ENVIRONMENTAL THEORY
WITH EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES.
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As a graduate, you’ll be prepared for a wide variety
of careers including resource management in the public
service or private industry, environmental policy
development, ecological restoration and domestic
and international governmental and non-governmental
organizations. Or, if you wish to continue on with
advanced studies in related fields, you might like to
investigate disciplines such as geography, marine
studies, environmental planning, oil and gas studies,
or environmental law.
Erica Noseworthy, Class of 2011
For the bachelor of resource management
degree, you will be required to complete 120
credit hours, including courses in disciplines
such as biology, chemistry, economics,
environmental studies, geography and
statistics. Sustainable resource management
courses focus on areas such as marine and
terrestrial environments, industry-specific
approaches, environmental planning and
management, biodiversity, remote sensing
and image interpretation, environmental
law and renewable and non-renewable
energy resources.
A fourth-year research seminar will allow
you to focus specifically on select resource
management topics. The seminars are
presented on current research and
environmental issues by faculty, students
and guest lecturers from universities,
government and industry.
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An independent research project will require
you to carry out an approved project on a
topic in sustainable resource management.
You will be expected to prepare a major paper
under the supervision of a faculty member,
including a systematic literature review and
independent research. This approach has
been lauded as excellent preparation
for master’s- and PhD-level research.
GOOD TO Get ready to research! The
KNOW : Institute for Biodiversity,
Erica Noseworthy chose Grenfell’s sustainable resource management program
because she wanted to learn more about observing, respecting and managing
the earth and its resources. “The instruction I’ve received so far has been
incredible,” said Erica, who hails from Corner Brook. “My professors have
greatly enhanced my ability to apply resource management techniques to
everyday life.” She added that Grenfell’s small class sizes allow students to get
to know their professors and to pursue courses that are active and engaging.
“Thanks to Grenfell’s proactive faculty and its bachelor of resource management
degree, I have had opportunities to work in the field, observing resource-based
industries in the Corner Brook area.”
Ecosystem Science and
Sustainability (IBES) is located on campus at
Grenfell College and offers you and other
undergraduate or graduate students exciting
new research opportunities in sustainable
resource management and conservation. Visit
www.ibes.swgc.mun.ca for more information.
www.swgc.mun.ca/resource/
THEATRE
BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS (BFA)
Work behind the scenes with our costume
designers or on the stage in one of the
many productions that take place each
fall and winter semester.
UNDER THE SPOTLIGHTS YOU
BECOME A PASSIONATE ACTOR
COAXING A RANGE OF EMOTIONS
FROM YOUR AUDIENCE – AND
YOU LEAVE THEM WANTING MORE.
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Or perhaps you’re more excited about working
behind the scenes as part of the team bringing
a theatrical performance to life.
Our graduates have leading roles in Gemini-nominated
television shows, perform at the Shaw and Stratford
festivals and with professional Newfoundland theatre
companies such as Rising Tide and Theatre
Newfoundland Labrador. They also build props on
Walt Disney cruise ships, work backstage in London’s
West End and pursue successful careers such as
teachers, entrepreneurs and lawyers.
Rick Simm, BFA
As a theatre student you’ll choose either acting
or stagecraft. If acting is your choice, you’ll
explore the many techniques of performance
and take to the stage under the guidance of
our experienced faculty. If you’d rather work
“behind the scenes”, the stagecraft
specialization will teach you the specific skills
of carpentry, props and wardrobe, stage
management and more. All your hard work
will culminate in a full-scale production.
Your home away from home will be the Fine
Arts Building, where you’ll perfect your craft
in a 200-seat theatre – a laboratory for actors,
technicians, designers, directors and audiences.
When you reach your fourth year, you’ll spend
part of a semester studying, training and
working on a production at Memorial
University’s campus in Harlow, England.
GOOD TO Enrolment in the theatre
KNOW : program is limited and the
selection is competitive.
Submit your theatre application by April 30,
in addition to your general university admissions
application. Depending on the specialization
you choose, you will be required to either
audition (acting) or attend an interview
(stagecraft).
www.swgc.mun.ca/theatre/
Rick Simm credits his successes across Canada and into the United States
to the instruction he received from Grenfell's bachelor of fine arts in theatre.
"I learned from working professionals," said the 2006 graduate. "Our
production classes operated like a professional theatre, and when I
graduated, I felt more than equipped to compete for employment with
actors across Canada. I'd recommend this program to anyone." For the
past two years Rick has toured Atlantic Canada and Ontario twice, and
has embarked on a stage production headed for L.A. Titled "CSI Live,"
the stage play will feature Rick in the lead male role.
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TOURISM STUDIES
BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA)
New, innovative and ground breaking, this
first-of-its-kind program is waiting for you.
Get involved in this fascinating industry and
reap the benefits of being among our graduates.
The bachelor of arts in tourism studies was
introduced at Grenfell College in 2006. Graduates
will understand the global issues related to tourism
and possess the skills and knowledge needed to
help shape the local tourism industry.
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YOU WILL BE WELL-POSITIONED
TO TAKE ON LEADERSHIP ROLES
AND INITIATE NEW ENTERPRISES
WITHIN THE TOURISM SECTOR.
We also offer an advanced diploma in tourism studies
for people who may have completed other training
or may already be working in the tourism field.
Lexie Parsons, BA
Our tourism studies program includes courses
devoted to the academic study of tourism,
supplemented by courses in business and
economics. You’ll have the opportunity to
interact with tourism practitioners and to
understand the challenges and issues they face.
You’ll investigate tourism development issues
relating to resource sensitivity and cultural
integrity. You’ll explore environmental impacts
within a social, cultural, economic and political
context. The skills you acquire through this
program will be transferable beyond provincial
borders, and will provide you with strengths
in both creative and analytical thinking and
putting that theory into action – requirements
for leadership in the tourism industry.
GOOD TO Worldwide, tourism employs
KNOW : more people than any other
single industrial sector. It is
Canada’s fourth-ranked export industry.
Our tourism studies program allows students
and faculty to engage in emerging and
internationally acclaimed tourism initiatives
on the province’s west coast, such as the
Bonne Bay Marine Station, Gros Morne
Theatre Festival and the L’Anse aux Meadows
and Red Bay Historic Sites of Canada.
www.swgc.mun.ca/tourism/
Lexie Parsons should know a thing or two about the province’s natural
beauty – the tourism studies student grew up in Norris Point, surrounded by
Gros Morne National Park. But it wasn’t until she began the tourism studies
program that she began to realize exactly how big a role Newfoundland and
Labrador’s attractions really play. “Grenfell’s tourism studies program has
given me a global perspective on the environment I grew up in and took
for granted,” she says. “I have become more aware of its importance to
our society both environmentally and economically.”
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VISUAL ARTS
BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS (BFA)
Do you see yourself contributing to your
culture by making images? Creating
multidimensional objects, spaces and
soundscapes? Or writing and thinking about
the things you see around you? Your artistic
talents and our four-year visual arts program
could be a perfect match.
YOU HAVE THE DRIVE
TO EXPRESS YOURSELF
THROUGH IMAGES AND OBJECTS
AND THEIR HISTORY.
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Our Fine Arts Building is where hundreds of students
have honed the skills required to become artists and
art historians in their own right; some work in national
art galleries or as architects, designers and art
conservationists. Our faculty members are active
professional artists and art historians making significant
contributions to visual culture across Canada and
throughout the world. They are worthy mentors for
eager minds. They will challenge you and give you the
skills you need to meet these challenges confidently.
Alyssa Andrews, BFA
In your first year of the visual arts program you’ll
be introduced to basic concepts of studio art
practices, art history and visual culture. Both in
the studio and in the classroom you will be
encouraged to develop a rigorous approach to
producing work and developing your ideas. In
the second and third years, we offer a
comprehensive range of studio courses as well
as art history and academic electives. Regular
critiques and discussions will help you develop
the skills you will need to explore and present
the world as you envision it. In your fourth year
you will have the opportunity to work
independently with the goal of developing an
independent body of work. One-on-one
discussions of your work with a faculty adviser
will be an integral part of this process. You’ll
even have the chance to study at Memorial
University’s campus in Harlow, England.
Although formal training is not a requirement,
you will be required to submit a portfolio
of your work. Enrolment is limited and the
selection is very competitive. You should
submit your visual arts application by
April 15, in addition to your general
university admissions application.
GOOD TO In addition, Sir Wilfred
KNOW : Grenfell College Art Gallery
Alyssa Andrews says her undergraduate education at Grenfell was memorable
because of the close-knit spirit and sense of community within the visual arts
program. The visual arts graduate, who recently completed her master’s degree
in Quebec, believes Grenfell’s small class sizes and the professional relationships
with professors made for an incredibly rewarding and immersive educational
experience. “It was only when I left Grenfell and attended Concordia University
that I realized the high caliber of training that I received from Grenfell's
professors,” she says.
offers a venue for national
and international exhibitions, and also for
student work. Visual arts faculty and staff are
often exhibited as well. And the visiting artists
program brings you in close contact with
fascinating approaches to the making and
study of visual culture by international,
national and regional artists.
www.swgc.mun.ca/visual/
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Admissions information
There is one application form for admission to
Memorial University of Newfoundland, regardless
of the campus you choose.
CANADIAN STUDENTS
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If you’re applying from a Canadian high school you
must complete the Grade 12 university preparatory
program (for Quebec students, the Secondary V
Certificate) with a passing grade in appropriate
academic or advanced level courses in each of the
following subjects: English, mathematics, a lab science,
a social science, or modern or classical language,
and an elective (see page 47). You must have an
overall average of 70 per cent within the Grade 12
subject areas noted above. If you are missing any
of these requirements, or have any questions please
contact the Registrar’s office at info@swgc.mun.ca.
Some specific programs may have additional
requirements. Further admission details and an
application for admission are available at
www.swgc.mun.ca/prostudent/canadian.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
If you are an international student, you must be a
graduate of a recognized university preparatory
program with acceptable senior year level courses
in English, mathematics, laboratory science, social
science or modern or classical language, an academic
elective and satisfy the university’s English language
proficiency requirements. Forms of English
proficiency, admission details and an application
for admission are available at
www.swgc.mun.ca/prostudent/international.
CANADIAN HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCIES
PROVINCE/
TERRITORY
Required Subject Required Subject
Required Subject
Required Subject
Required Subject
GROUP 1
GROUP 2
GROUP 3
GROUP 4
GROUP 5 (elective)
Alberta
Nunavut
N.W.T.
English 30
Math 30 or 31
Biology 30,
Chemistry 30 or
Physics 30
Social Studies 30
or Language 30
Includes all subject areas
at Grade 12 level
BC
Yukon
English 12
Applications of Math 12
or Principals of Math 12
or Calculus 12
Biology 12, Chemistry 12,
Physics 12 or Geology 12
History 12, Geography 12,
or MCL* 12
Includes all subject areas
at Grade 12 level
Saskatchewan
English 30A and 30B
Math 30B or Calculus 30
Biology 30, Chemistry 30
or Physics 30
Social/Native Studies 30,
Geography 30 or MCL* 30
Includes all subject areas
at Grade 12 level
Manitoba
English 40S
Applied Math 40S or
Pre-Calculus 40S
Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S,
Physics 40S
History 40S,
Western Civilization 40S,
Geography 40S, or MCL* 40S
Includes all subject areas
at Grade 12 level
Ontario
English 4U
Math 4U
Biology 4U
Chemistry 4U
or Physics 4U
History 4U, Geography 4U,
Social Issues 4U, or
MCL* 4U
Includes all subject areas
at Grade 12 level
Includes all subject areas
at Quebec Secondary V
level
Quebec
English
Secondary V
Math Secondary V
Biology Secondary V,
Chemistry Secondary V,
Physics Secondary V
History Secondary V,
Geography Secondary V,
or MCL* Secondary V
New Brunswick
English 122
Math 122 or
Advanced Math 120
Biology 122 or 120,
Chemistry 122 or 120
or Physics 122 or 120
History/World Issues 122 or 120 Includes all subject areas
Geography 120
at Grade 12 level
or MCL* 120
Nova Scotia
English 12
Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12
Biology 12, Chemistry 12,
Physics 12, or Geology 12
History 12, Geography 12
or MCL* 12
Newfoundland
and Labrador
English 3201
Math 3204 or
Advanced Math 3205
Biology 3201,
Chemistry 3202,
Physics 3204, or
Earth Sciences 3209
History 3201, World
Includes all subject areas
Problems 3204, Geog 3202 or
at Grade 12 level
two credits the 3000 level in
either the Rels. Studies or MCL*
PEI
English 621
Math 621 or Math 611
Biology 621, Chemistry 621
or Physics 621
History 621, Politics 621,
Geography 621,
Econmics 621, or MCL* 621
NOTES: Students must have an overall admission average of 70 per cent within the Grade 12 subject areas noted above.
In the event that students do not have one or more of the specific subjects noted above, they should contact the Admissions Office.
*MCL: Modern or Classical Language
Includes all subject areas
at Grade 12 level
Includes all subject areas
at Grade 12 level
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FEES
Memorial University of Newfoundland has one of the lowest university tuitions in Canada.
The costs ($CAD) for two semesters of undergraduate study (2009-2010)
at Sir Wilfred Grenfell College:
Canadian Student
International Student
$2,550
$9,690
$2,408; $2,638
$2,830; $4,622
$2,210; $2,420
$2,620; $4,360
$168.60
$120
$156
$111
$712
N/A
MEALS (meal costs vary as students are responsible for cooking
$2,000 (estimate)
$2,000 (estimate)
BOOKS & SUPPLIES (estimate - costs will vary depending on the program)
$1,000 (estimate)
$1,000 (estimate)
TUITION - full-time Canadian student
ACCOMMODATIONS (meal plan not included)
Residence single; bachelor unit
Chalet Apartments single; family
GCSU and CFS
MEMBERSHIP FEES
Grenfell College Student Union and
Canadian Federation of Students (full time)
Student Health Plan *
Student Dental Plan *
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their own meals in the facilities provided)
* Canadian undergraduate students who have alternate health coverage may opt out of the plan by completing the appropriate form online or at the Grenfell College
Student Union Office. Conditions and deadlines apply as noted in the university Calendar. All fees are subject to change.
Photos courtesy of Doug Allen, Jordan Bennett, Richard Butt, Caitlin Dix, Pamela Gill, Robert Hall, Ed Hollett (illustrations), Lori Lee Hollett, Matthew Hollett (artwork/sculpture),
Chris Hammond, Mano Krishnapillai, Maria Makowska, Don Meiwald, Keith Nicol, Shawna Peddle and Danielle Percy.
The content of this publication sets forth the intentions of the university at the time of publication with respect to course and program offerings. The university expressly reserves
the right to deviate from the contents of this publication. Readers should check the university Calendar for regulations governing the course and program offerings of the
university.
ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship
Value
Eligibility
Memorial University Entrance
$1,000 85%-89.9%
Scholarships (unlimited number) $2,000 90% +
High school applicants who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents are automatically considered on final
admissions average. Does not require a scholarship application.
Memorial University Entrance
Scholarships (limited number)
$3,000
High school applicants who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents from outside the province of NL who
present the highest midterm admissions average and who apply to Memorial by the March 1 deadline. Does
not require a scholarship application.
Memorial University Entrance
Scholarships (limited number)
$3,500
NL high school applicants who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents are automatically considered
based on midterm results obtained from the high school. Does not require a scholarship application.
Dr. Leslie Harris Memorial
University Alumni Association
Scholarships (limited number)
$16,000
($4,000
x 4 years)
NL high school applicants who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents are considered based on academic
excellence, community activity, demonstrated leadership in school and extracurricular activities.
This scholarship requires an application - check with your guidance counsellor for details.
Memorial University Alumni
Association Scholarships
(limited number)
$25,000
($5,000
x 5 years)
NL high school applicants who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents are considered based on academic
excellence, community activity, demonstrated leadership in school and extracurricular activities. This scholarship
requires an application - check with your guidance counsellor for details.
Rufus Guinchard
Entrance Scholarship
$2,000
Student must be entering Sir Wilfred Grenfell College and demonstrate a commitment to the preservation
of Newfoundland heritage and culture. This may be reflected in Newfoundland music, folklore, art or writing.
This scholarship requires an application - check with your guidance counsellor for details.
The William & Naomi
Lundrigan Scholarships
$2,000
Student must spend at least one semester at Sir Wilfred Grenfell College. Will be awarded on the
basis of scholastic achievement, however, character, economic need, and any other relevant factors
may be considered. This scholarship requires an application - check with your guidance counsellor for details.
The City of Corner Brook
JR Smallwood Scholarship
$1,000
Student must be a resident of the City of Corner Brook, in the final year of high school, and entering
Sir Wilfred Grenfell College. Will be awarded based on outstanding academic merit and demonstration
of active participation in school and community life. This scholarship requires an application - check with your
guidance counsellor for details.
The Sisters of Mercy
Anniversary Scholarship
$1,500-$2,000
(varies from
year to year)
Student must be from western/northern NL entering Sir Wilfred Grenfell College with full-time status. Will
be awarded based on academic standing and promise. Consideration may be given to candidates financial
circumstances. This scholarship requires an application - check with your guidance counsellor for details.
Warren and Catherine Ball
$30,000
Memorial Entrance Scholarship ($7,500
(limited number)
x 4 years)
NL high school applicants who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents are automatically considered
based on midterm results obtained from the high school. Does not require a scholarship application.
Entrance Scholarships for International Students: International students are automatically considered for non-renewable entrance scholarships on an individual basis.
Applications are not required. These scholarships are based on a number of criteria including academic standing. For more information: www.mun.ca/scholarships/home/
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DEGREE PROGRAMS BY CAMPUS
Sir Wilfred Grenfell College
St. John’s Campus
(Corner Brook)
BACHELOR OF ARTS:
BACHELOR OF ARTS:
English, environmental studies,
historical studies, humanities,
psychology, social/cultural studies,
tourism studies
anthropology, archaeology, Canadian
studies, classics, communication studies,
computer science, drama and music,
economics, English, language & literature,
folklore, French, geography, German,
history, linguistics, medieval studies,
philosophy, police studies, political science,
psychology, pure mathematics, religious
studies, Russian, sociology, sociology/
anthropology, Spanish, women’s studies
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION:
primary/elementary (consecutive
delivery option only, administered by
the Faculty of Education)
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BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS:
theatre, visual arts
BACHELOR OF NURSING
BACHELOR OF RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT
sustainable resource management
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE:
environmental science, (biology or
chemistry), general science, psychology
MINORS:
art history, business, Canadian studies,
classics, English, environmental science,
environmental studies, French, folklore,
geography, historical studies, humanities,
mathematics, philosophy, psychology,
religious studies, science, social/cultural
studies, sociology, tourism studies
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION
INTERNATIONAL BACHELOR
OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE
(CO-OPERATIVE):
accounting, finance, human resources,
labour relations and organizational
behaviour, information systems, international
business, management science, marketing,
small business/entrepreneurship
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION:
primary/elementary, intermediate/
secondary, music, native and northern,
post-secondary, special education,
intermediate/secondary conjoint with
diploma in technology education
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING
(CO-OPERATIVE): civil, computer,
electrical (minor in physics) mechanical,
ocean and naval architectural process
engineering
BACHELOR OF KINESIOLOGY:
(co-operative option)
BACHELOR OF MUSIC
BACHELOR OF NURSING
BACHELOR OF
PHYSICAL EDUCATION:
general or teaching (co-operative option)
BACHELOR OF RECREATION
(co-operative option)
BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE:
applied mathematics, behavioural
neuroscience, biochemistry, biology,
chemistry, computer science, earth
sciences, economics, environmental
physics, geography, nutrition, physics,
psychology, pure mathematics, statistics,
and diverse joint/interdisciplinary options
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
IN PHARMACY
DOCTOR OF MEDICINE
Marine Institute
(St. John‘s)
BACHELOR OF MARITIME STUDIES:
marine engineering technology,
nautical science technology
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY
JOINT DIPLOMA OF
TECHNOLOGY/BACHELOR
OF TECHNOLOGY:
ocean instrumentation, ocean mapping,
underwater vehicles
By land, sea or air
Corner Brook is about a 40-minute
drive from Deer Lake Airport (YDF)
and about 50 minutes from Stephenville
Airport (YJT). The Marine Atlantic
ferry from Sydney, N.S., to Port
aux Basques, N.L., crosses the
Gulf of St. Lawrence regularly.
If you live outside Canada, you’ll
clear customs in cities such as Toronto,
Montreal, Halifax or St. John’s, then
catch a connecting domestic flight
to either the Deer Lake or Stephenville
airport. You should be aware of
customs regulations.
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COME SEE FOR YOURSELF
Visit our campus! Our staff will arrange
tours, meetings with faculty and even
a chance to sit in on an actual
university class.
If your visit is during the summer,
book convenient accommodations
right on campus!
PERSONAL GLAD TO MEET YOU!
TOUCH : Don’t wander around an unfamiliar airport. If you’re
a first-year student, send your flight information
to info@swgc.mun.ca and you’ll be greeted
at the arrivals gate by Grenfell staff when
you reach western Newfoundland.
For more information or to book a tour locally or at one of our St. John’s campuses; contact:
GRENFELL COLLEGE
- CORNER BROOK CAMPUS
709 637 6298 TOLL FREE: 1 866 381 7022
info@swgc.mun.ca
ST. JOHN'S
CAMPUS
709 737 8896 TOLL FREE: 1 866 354 8896
tours@mun.ca
MARINE INSTITUTE
709 778 0543 TOLL FREE: 1 800 563 5799
ext. 543
recruitment@mi.mun.ca
University Drive, Corner Brook
Newfoundland & Labrador
A2H 6P9 Canada
phone:
toll-free:
fax:
e-mail:
web:
709 637 6298
1 866 381 7022
709 637 6250
info@swgc.mun.ca
www.swgc.mun.ca
046-456-08-09-15,000