Podcast by The Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University
27 September 2024
In this episode of Wavecast, hosts Kerri and Eugenie sit down with Megan Carmen, a graduate student finishing her master’s in Fisheries Science and Technology at the Marine Institute. Megan shares her journey to MI, why she chose to study in Newfoundland, and offers practical advice for new and prospective students. Kerri and Eugenie also dive into the essential resources and support available to both new and returning students, including our on-campus Wellness Navigator and accessibility services to help students navigate their academic journey.
Whether you're just starting your journey or finishing your program, this episode offers all the guidance you need for a successful semester.
For more information on Academic and Student Affairs please visit: https://www.mi.mun.ca/departments/academicandstudentaffairs/
Have any suggestions for future episodes or questions for our co-hosts? Reach out to us at wavecast@mi.mun.ca.
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13 September 2024
We're back! 🎉 Welcome back to WaveCast, the official podcast of the Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University. We're kicking off Season 2 with an exciting introductory episode that brings a new voice to the sound waves. Join us as we welcome our new co-host, Kerri Lynch, a master's student at the Centre for Ecosystems Research in the Fisheries Science program. In this episode, Kerri and our returning host, Eugenie, interview each other to give you the chance to learn more about the people behind the mic.
We've lined up a wave of exciting episodes for Season 2, so stay tuned! 🌊 Have any suggestions for future episodes or questions for our co-hosts? Reach out to us at wavecast@mi.mun.ca.
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24 May 2024
Welcome back to WaveCast, the official podcast of the Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University. In this exciting season finale, listeners will experience technical session through the student perspective!
WaveCast producer, Kate Saunders, joins Marine Environmental students on the waters of Harbour Main for an afternoon of marine sampling. Host Eugenie Jacobsen takes a walk along the coastline with instructors and students to talk about the importance of beach monitoring.
After this, Eugenie sits down with Bethany Randell and Kirk Regular to talk about their current projects at The Launch! They explore why they chose a career in the marine industry and what technical session is like at The Launch.
The Marine Institute is still accepting applications for Fall 2024! If you are interested in pursuing a diploma program, be sure to visit our website at www.mi.mun.ca/programsandcourses/
If you have any questions for our guests or suggestions for future episodes, reach out to us at wavecast.mi.mun.ca
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17 May 2024
Welcome back to WaveCast, the official podcast of the Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University. In this exciting two-part season finale, Eugenie sits down with Kelley Santos to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the grand opening of The Launch! Eugenie and Kelley explore The Launch’s vision, what the day-to-day looks like, and how students, faculty, researchers, and industry can use the world-class facility.
Stay tuned for part two of the season finale where Eugenie chats with Bethany Randell and Kirk Regular about their current projects at The Launch + tag along with current students for an on-the-water experience during technical session!
The Marine Institute is still accepting applications for Fall 2024! If you are interested in pursuing a diploma program, be sure to visit our website at www.mi.mun.ca/programsandcourses/
If you have any questions for our guests or suggestions for future episodes, reach out to us at wavecast.mi.mun.ca
FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS! Eugenie Jacobsen on Instagram @thescienceofinterestingThe Marine Institute on Instagram @marine.institute and @mi.students, X @marineinstitute, Facebook and LinkedIn.
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18 April 2024
In this Tidepool mini episode, host Eugenie Jacobsen dives into two innovative conferences set to make waves in St. John's, Newfoundland, this spring.
Eugenie chats with Dr. Paul Winger, the Director of the Centre for Sustainable Aquatic Resources (CSAR), who shares all the details about the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) / UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Fishing Technology and Fish Behavior Conference. The conference will bring together global leaders in sustainable fishing technology and provides opportunities for knowledge sharing in academic and government researchers and local/regional industry, including ocean instrumentation, gear manufacturing, and supply services.
Next, Eugenie is joined by Chris Arns, Council of Marine Professionals Project Manager, and Captain Charlene Munden of Algoma Central Corporation, to talk about the Mari-Tech Conference and Exhibition in May. Chris also highlights COMPASS' Elevate, Empower, Employ project, a marine and ocean career exploration program geared towards getting women aged 18-24 involved in the marine industry. Captain Charlene Munden shares her expierences as a women in the marine industry and gives important advice for students and women entering the workforce.
If you have questions or would like to learn more about the ICES/FAO Fishing Technology and Fish Behavior Conference visit https://wgftfb.org/. For more information about the Council of Marine Professionals projects please reach out at www.settingsail.ca.
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28 March 2024
If you have any questions for our guests or suggestions for future episodes, reach out to us at wavecast.mi.mun.ca
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Eugenie Jacobsen on Instagram @thescienceofinteresting
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