Memorial University’s students, faculty, and labour unions recently launched the FundMUN campaign to urge the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador to stop funding cuts to the institution. According to CBC, recent cuts have hindered Memorial’s ability to “function adequately” and led to deteriorating infrastructure and staff shortages. At a press conference, Memorial University Students’ Union Director of External Affairs Nicolas Keough stated that the funding reductions have also led to “alarming” tuition increases, placing more financial strain on students. CUPE Local 1615 President Bill Kavanagh called on NL Premier Andrew Furey to “do the right thing” by meeting with students and staff to develop a plan to restore funding to the university.
