MUN appoints Dr. Angie Clarke as new interim registrar
Memorial University St. John’s campus. staffArticle contentMemorial University’s has hired a new interim registrar, the university’s media spokesperson, Chad Pelley, confirmed to the Telegram on Thursday, July 23.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle content“There has been a staffing change in the Registrar’s Office, and the position of registrar is now filled on an interim basis by Dr. Angie Clarke,” Pelley told The Telegram via email Thursday. Article contentArticle contentPelley said Dr. Clarke brings “extensive leadership experience to the role.” Article contentArticle contentThe university is declining to comment further.Article contentClarke was formerly the associate vice-president of Academic and Student Affairs at Memorial University’s Fisheries and Marine Institute in St. John’s.Article contentHer predecessor, Dr. LeaAnn McKivor, was appointed registrar of the province’s only university in August 2022.Article contentNo details have been given as to the reasons behind McKivor’s departure.Article contentStudents reactArticle contentNicolas Keough, chairperson for the Canadian Federation of Students in Newfoundland and Labrador, expressed “alarm” and “shock” at the announcement.Article content“I would be concerned if there is any interruption in terms of services to students at this time, especially,” Keough told The Telegram Thursday.Article contentMUN students are currently in the process of registering for fall courses.Article contentPelley said by email that“Memorial’srecruitment,admissionsandenrolment management activities are continuing without interruption as we prepare for the upcoming academic year.”Article contentMore to come.Article content