WaveCast

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Podcast by The Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University

WaveCast

Welcome to WaveCast, the official podcast of the Marine Institute of Memorial University. Join our host, Eugenie Jacobsen, every other Friday to explore program offerings, meet faculty, hear from researchers, and talk with alumni about post-grad and professional life after MI. Listen wherever you find your podcasts.

Latest episodes

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21 February 2025

Powering the Maritime Industry: Marine Engineering Program, Alumni Spotlight, and Career Opportunities | S2, EP09

In this episode of WaveCast, host Eugenie Jacobsen dives into MI’s Marine Engineering program as they talk with program chair, Crystal Hanlon, and alumni Barry Oliver. The episode highlights various aspects of the Marine Engineering program, from future career opportunities to current experiences.  

Whether you are curious about engineering or interested in applying to the Marine Engineering program, this episode will give you a glimpse into the maritime industry. 

Applications for the Marine Institute’s diploma programs are open now. If you are interested in pursuing Marine Engineering or any other diploma programs, be sure to visit our website at www.mi.mun.ca/programsandcourses/ 

We’d love to hear from you!

Have suggestions for future episodes or questions for our co-hosts? Email us at wavecast@mi.mun.ca.

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07 February 2025

Tidepool Mini Episode: Nautical Science Students Test their Skills at the Nautical Skills Competition | S2, EP08

In this episode, host Kerri dives into the Nautical Skills Competition, an annual event hosted by the Master Mariners of Canada NL Division in collaboration with Fisheries and Marine Institute. This competition challenges Nautical Science and Marine Engineering students to test their maritime abilities through a series of exercises, including vessel docking in high winds, fast rescue craft operations, and emergency situations.

Joining us are two current Marine Institute students, Hayley North and Julia Young, who will share their experiences preparing and participating in the competition. We'll also hear from Nautical Skills Committee chair Eben March, who provides insights into the competition.

Tune in to learn how this event tests the practical skills of future mariners but also encourages team building and mentorship through industry engagement.

To learn more, visit: https://nsc.mastermariners.ca/

We’d love to hear from you!

Have suggestions for future episodes or questions for our co-hosts? Email us at wavecast@mi.mun.ca.

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24 January 2025

Global Perspectives: International Ocean Scholars at the Marine Institute | S2, EP07

Join us on this episode of WaveCast as we dive into the world of observational oceanography with two international scholars, Dennis Otieno and Maryjune Cabiguin. As part of The Nippon Foundation - Partnership for Observation of the Global Ocean (POGO) Centre of Excellence program, they have the opportunity to experience interdisciplinary and hands-on learning across three Canadian partner institutions: Ocean Frontier Institute at Dalhousie University, the Marine Institute, and Hakai Institute

Dennis and Maryjune share insights into their educational journeys, their research projects, and how their time at the Marine Institute is shaping their perspectives as global ocean scholars. This episode offers a fascinating glimpse into how the next generation of oceanographers who are working to better understand and research our planet's oceans.

To learn more, visit: https://www.ofi.ca/programs/centre 

We’d love to hear from you!

Have suggestions for future episodes or questions for our co-hosts? Email us at wavecast@mi.mun.ca.

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06 December 2024

The Life of Students on a Research Vessel in the Arctic, Part Two | S2, EP06

In this episode of WaveCast, host Eugenie Jacobsen welcomes back Master of Science students Ashley Oates and Gabby Perugini, alongside new guests Laure Vilgrain, a post-doctoral fellow working with Dr. Maxime Geoffroy, and Charlie Nakashuk. Together, they dive into the latest expedition aboard the Canadian Coast Guard vessel Amundsen through the Labrador Sea and the Canadian Arctic.

In our debut episode, Eugenie explored the experiences and research conducted during the Amundsen expedition. Now, we’re revisiting those projects to discuss how they’ve progressed, the ecologically significant regions they’ve studied, and the impact of their findings.

This episode dives into the key research questions driving their work, the insights gained during their respective legs of the cruise, and the memorable highlights from their journeys.

We’d love to hear from you!

Have suggestions for future episodes or questions for our co-hosts? Email us at wavecast@mi.mun.ca.

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22 November 2024

From Classroom to Bridge: Nautical Science Program, Working on a Cruise Ship, and International Student Experience | S2, EP05

In this episode of WaveCast, host Kerri Lynch dives into the exciting journeys of Marine Institute nautical science alumni Dylan May and current student Madison Doyle. Dylan, now a first officer with Royal Caribbean, and Madison, who dreams of a career on cruise ships, share how their similar paths led them to the Marine Institute.

Listen as they discuss the experiences that shaped their journeys, opportunities for students in the maritime industry, and advice for aspiring maritime professionals.

Applications are now open for the nautical science program. Apply here!

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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Eugenie Jacobsen on Instagram @polargenie, the Marine Institute on Instagram @marine.institute and @mi.students, X @marineinstituteFacebook and LinkedIn.

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01 November 2024

Designing for the Future: MMD Program, Vessel Design Project, and Career Opportunities | S2, EP04

Whether you're a current student or interested in a career in the maritime industry, this episode offers a deep dive into MI's Marine Mechanical Design program.

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