MURC is a separately incorporated entity owned by Memorial University of Newfoundland but governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. The Corporation (MURC) operates under a set of By Laws, Articles of Incorporation and a Management Agreement with the University.
MURC operates The WORKS and is responsible for the management of the Aquarena, Field House and other recreation facilities at Memorials St. John’s campus. MURC also owns and operates a Tim Horton franchise located in the main lobby of the Aquarena.
The Board of Directors comprises individuals representing the University, its students, faculty and staff, the City of St. John’s and the wider community. It meets at least once quarterly. It sets policy and provides management with general direction. The Board does not deal with operational or day to day issues.
A Director/General Manager is appointed by the Board to direct and manage the business affairs and operations of the Corporation. The current Director/General Manager is Anne Richardson.
Board of Directors as of November 2011:
Board members are chosen from the key stakeholders - Students of Memorial University and Marine Institute, community at large, City of St. John’s, and Memorial University.
Mr. Bill Thistle – Chair
Mr. Mike Donovan – Vice Chair, Community
Mr. Sandy Hickman – City of St. John’s
Mr. Michael Fowler
– University
Dr. Wayne Ludlow – Community
Dr. David Behm –University
Mr. Ray Hawco – Community
Ms. Lisa Murphy– Student
Dr. Antony Card – University
Mr. Bredan Wringe - Student
Mr. Spencer Addie- Student
Ms. Erin Edwards- Student
Ms. Anne Richardson - Director/General Manager, Ex-Officio
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