There are many events in the works for Carleton’s 75th Anniversary in 2017.
Visit this page for more information as details are confirmed.
Events by Category
For a chronological listing, please click here.
75th Anniversary Signature Events
- CU75 Official Launch
- Carleton Exchange: A Celebration of Research Partnerships
- CU75 Founding Day Celebration
- CU75 Birchbark Canoe Project
- CU75 Carleton University Day at Queen’s Park
75th Anniversary Supporting Events – Series and Continuing Projects
- 75 Campus to Community Days
- FPA 75 for 75th Campaign
- CU75 POPS Water Challenge
- CUAG / DOME Pop-up Concert Series, with Jesse Stewart
- The 4th Carleton Community Art Exhibition
- Freedom to Read
- The Way We Were: The Carleton University Library
- Life Sciences Day
- Carleton University: 75 Years of Impact, Imagination, and Innovation
- sWall – Systems & Computer Engineering Interactive Wall
- Shannon Lecture Series (CU Department of History)
75th Anniversary Supporting Events – Single Events
- Law & Legal Studies – Launch of 50th Anniversary Celebration
- SOAR Conference for Student Leaders
- Munro Beattie Lecture: Andre Alexis
- “Popular Resistance in Africa and International Solidarity: A Conversation with Professor Horace G. Campbell” Black History Month Keynote & Reception
- Chemistry Magic Show (Winter)
- Chemistry Magic Show (Spring)
- FPA Conference: Visions for Canada 2042
- The EU and Canada in a Changing World Order: Addressing Structural Changes in a World in Flux
- 1942 – 2017: 75 Years of French Studies at Carleton University
- The 20th Annual Aboriginal Family Festival
- Creative Jam
- Data Day 4.0
- Book Launch – Carleton at 75: Reflections & Photos
- ICC Enhanced Citizenship Ceremony
- Ravens Football Dinner
- Forensic Psychology in Canada Conference
- Campus Retirees 75th Anniversary Celebration
- Spring Convocation
- 75 Holes of Golf
- CU Appreciation Day
- Throwback Weekend
- Annual Biology Butterfly Show
- Herzberg Lecture
- 53rd Annual Canadian Undergraduate Physics Conference
- Ottawa 2017 Canadian Videogame Competition and Expo
- Fall Convocation
- Opening of new Health Sciences Building
- Sprott Business Students Society Annual Business Banquet
- Department of Music 50th Anniversary Celebrations
- FASS Film Screening of Casablanca to Celebrate 75th Anniversary of the Movie and Carleton University
- Carleton University Holiday Reception
- Carleton University Holiday Social Luncheon
Provincial, National, and International Conferences and Competitions
- National Educational Association of Disabled Students (NEADS) Conference)
- Ontario Engineering Competition
- 16th Annual New Sun Conference on Aboriginal Arts
- Ontario Association of College and University Housing Officers Conference (OACUHO)
- College and University Retiree Association of Canada Conference (CURAC)
- 2017 Canadian Cartographic Association (CCA) Annual Meeting and Conference – 150 Years of Cartography: Past, Present and Future
- MENSA Conference
- Canadian Association of University Business Officers Conference (CAUBO)
- Canadian Association of College and University Student Services Annual Conference (CACUSS)
- iWise 2017 International Conference on Water, Informatics, Sustainability and Environment
- 2017 Canadian Electric Wheelchair National Hockey Tournament
- 26th International CIPA Heritage Documentation Symposium
- The ART of Changing the World
Chronological Event Listing
CONTINUING OR SERIES PROJECTS AND EVENTS
75 Campus to Community Days
To celebrate Carleton’s history in local community development, the SEO will organize 75 Campus to Community Days – one day events where Carleton students complete service projects at local organizations.
Date: Summer 2016 to Fall 2017
Location: Various
Click here for more information.
Click here to view the Campus to Community Day Event Registration page.
FPA 75 for 75th Campaign
In honour of Carleton’s 75th anniversary, the Faculty of Public Affairs is profiling 75 of their most inspiring alumni. Five new names are released each month until June 2017.
Click here for more information.
CU75 POPS Water Challenge (Policy Options and Problem Solving)
Teams of undergraduate and graduate students compete to solve a local water resource policy question.
Dates: Project begins Fall 2016, presentations in March 2017, during FPA Research month.
Click here for more information.
CUAG / DOME Pop-up Concert Series, with Jesse Stewart
Juno award-winning artist Jesse Stewart will perform five concerts on campus in this special series sponsored by the Carleton University Art Gallery.
Dates: January 23, March 27, September 12, September 25, and November 7
Locations: Various, on campus (see individual listings by clicking on dates above)
Birchbark Canoe Project
A traditional birchbark canoe will be constructed on campus by Daniel Pinok Smith, Algonquin master canoe maker, with participation from Carleton University students. Construction will take place in the Carleton University Art Gallery, and the completed canoe will be installed in the MacOdrum Library.
Dates: Winter to Spring 2017
Locations: CUAG, MacOdrum Library
WINTER 2017
The 4th Carleton Community Art Exhibition
Celebrate the creativity of the Carleton community, through an exhibition of artwork made by Carleton students, staff, faculty and alumni.
Dates: January 13 to January 22, 2017 (Opening reception on January 13 from noon to 1 p.m.)
Location: Carleton University Art Gallery, St. Patrick’s Building
Click here for more information.
CU75 Official Launch
Kick off a year of 75th anniversary celebrations in the University Centre Galleria with special displays, games, prizes, contests, give-aways and VIP guests. Open to all!
Date: January 18, 2017
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Galleria, University Centre
Launch of Law & Legal Studies’ 50th Anniversary Celebration
January 18 is the kick-off date to begin a year of events in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Department of Law & Legal Studies.
Click here for more information.
SOAR Student Leadership Conference
The SOAR Student Leadership Conference inspires students to develop leadership skills through interactive workshops and presentations. This year’s keynote speaker is renowned business leader and television personality Arlene Dickinson.
Date: January 21, 2017
Location: Southam Hall and Kailash Mital Theatre
Click here for more information.
CUAG / DOME Pop-up Concert with Jesse Stewart
This is the first in a series of concerts by Jesse Stewart sponsored by CUAG to celebrate Carleton’s 75th anniversary.
Date: January 23, 2017
Time: Noon
Location: MacOdrum Library
Munro Beattie Lecture: Andre Alexis
In celebration of Carleton’s 75th anniversary, the Dean of FASS and the Department of English present Andre Alexis, Giller Prize Award-Winner and author of Fifteen Dogs. A reception will follow the talk.
Date: January 26, 2017
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Azrieli Theatre 101
Click here for more information.
National Educational Association of Disabled Students (NEADS) Conference
Date: January 27, 2017
Location: Richcraft Hall
More information will be available soon at NEADS.ca.
Ontario Engineering Competition
Carleton University is hosting this Ontario-wide competition featuring 350 competitors and six categories. Winners and runners-up will represent Ontario at the national level.
Date: January 28, 2017
Location: Richcraft Hall and Residence Commons
Click here for more information.
Capital Hoops Classic
The 11th Annual MBNA Capital Hoops Classic continues the classic rival basketball series between Carleton University and the University of Ottawa.
Date: February 3, 2017
Time: 6 p.m. (women’s) and 8 p.m. (men’s)
Location: Canadian Tire Centre
Popular Resistance in Africa and International Solidarity: A Conversation with Professor Horace G. Campbell
Carleton’s Institute of African Studies and History Watch Project present a Black History Month Keynote & Reception in celebration of Carleton’s 75th anniversary. Hosted by CBC’s Adrian Harewood. Horace G. Campbell is a Professor of African American Studies and Political Science at Syracuse University. In 2016/2017, he was given the prestigious appointment of Kwame Nkrumah Chair in African Studies at the University of Ghana.
Date: February 18, 2017
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Richcraft Hall
Registration is required.
Click here for more information.
Freedom to Read
In celebration of Carleton’s 75th anniversary, the MacOdrum Library presents a week of public readings, an exhibit and event with the theme of 75 years of Freedom of Expression. More details to come!
Date: February 28, 2017 & March 2, 2017
Time: Noon
Location: Carleton University Alumni Association Reading Room (Second floor)
Students, Faculty and Staff are invited to participate in readings from banned and challenged books, or to enjoy listening.
Chemistry Magic Show (Winter)
A special 10th anniversary event, this year’s winter Chemistry Magic Show also marks the 70th anniversary of the Department of Chemistry.
Date: Saturday, February 25, 2017
Time: Times: 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3:45 p.m. (each show is approximately one hour in duration)
Location: Room 2200, Richcraft Hall
Families can also explore our Activity Centre between 9 a.m. and 3:30 pm in the Steacie Building Superlab (room 204). For more information please visit: http://chemistrymagic.carleton.ca
FPA Conference: Visions for Canada 2042 – Imagining the Canada of the Future
Held during FPA’s Research Month, this three-night, two-day conference explores a collective vision of Canada in 2042, when Carleton University turns 100. Highlights of this special 75th anniversary event include a film screening and panel discussion, presentations, a keynote presentation by Kiera Ladner, and a closing Gala Dinner.
Date: March 2 to 4, 2017
Location: Richcraft Hall and the Shaw Centre; Film screening March 2 at the Mayfair Theatre
Click here for more information.
New Sun Conference on Aboriginal Arts
The 16th Annual New Sun Conference on Aboriginal Arts celebrates the lives of Indigenous artists across a wide spectrum of expression – from painting and poetry to musical performance. Inspiring, insightful, intimate and heartfelt, it is not to be missed!
Date: March 4, 2017
Location: Fenn Lounge
Promo: Poster
Registration is required
Click here for information.
The EU and Canada in a Changing World Order: Addressing Structural Changes in a World in Flux
Canadian and European experts examine current international challenges facing the EU and Canada, including the changing nature of international terrorism; rising powers global powers; changing security challenges and evolving security communities; new dimensions of energy relations; global inequality and population movements; and the proliferation of frozen conflicts and failed states. The conference, open to the public, is supported by the Carleton’s Jean Monnet EU Centre of Excellence.
Date: March 24, 2017
Location: Richcraft Hall
For more information, and to register for the event, please click here.
1942 – 2017: 75 Years of French Studies at Carleton University
Date: Friday, March 24, 2017
Time: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: Herb Gray Lounge, 2nd Floor Loeb Building
Join us for a special evening to celebrate 75 years of French instruction at Carleton University. Registration is required.
For more details and to register: http://carleton.ca/french/2017/1942-2017-75-years-french-studies-carleton-university/
The 20th Annual Aboriginal Family Festival
Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2017, the Aboriginal Family Festival honours cultural and traditional knowledge while teaching leadership skills to Anishinabek children & youth. Dancers range in age from 12 – 18 months to 24 years, with adults participating as mentors. Admission is by donation; open to anyone.
Date: March 25 to 26, 2017
Time: Noon to 5 p.m., each day
Location: Ravens’ Nest
Click here for more information.
CUAG / DOME Pop-up Concert with Jesse Stewart
The second concert in this 2017 series sponsored by CUAG features Juno-award winning Jesse Stewart in a turntable performance.
Date: March 27, 2017
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Carleton University Art Gallery
Creative Jam
This inspiring two-part design experience, hosted by Adobe and Carleton University includes:
- A one-hour design showcase highlighting the work of 3 local creative leaders
- A Creative Jam tournament, a 3 hour design charrette showdown.
- Portfolio Reviews, an opportunity to meet with a creative professional to review your work.
Date: March 28, 2017
Location: Porter Hall, UC-231 Carleton University
Time: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
For more information and to register for events: https://nvite.com/CreativeJam/carleton
Deadline to register for the tournament is March 19 at midnight.
Book Launch – Carleton at 75: Reflections & Photos
Peter Ricketts, Provost and Vice-President (Academic) invites you to the launch of Carleton’s official 75th Anniversary Commemorative photobook, entitled Carleton at 75: Reflections & Photos.
Date: March 29, 2017
Time: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: Second Floor Main Reading Room, MacOdrum Library
Cost: Free
Register here: http://events.carleton.ca/book-launch-carleton-at-75-reflections-photos/#reg
Data Day 4.0
This special 75th anniversary edition of Data Day celebrates the latest developments in data science and analytics research.
Date: March 29, 2017
Location: Richcraft Hall
SPRING 2017 (APRIL – JUNE)
Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC) Enhanced Community Citizenship Ceremony
In celebration of its 75th anniversary, Carleton University will host a special Enhanced Community Citizenship Ceremony for new Canadians.
Date: April 4, 2017
Time: Public ceremony, 10:45 a.m. (Due to space restrictions advance registration is recommended) (TBC)
Location: Richcraft Hall Atrium
To register your attendance, please contact Barbara Clubb at barbclubb@gmail.com.
Ravens Football Dinner
This special 75th anniversary edition of the Ravens Football Dinner will bring together alumni, current players, and fellow football supporters to reconnect and to celebrate achievements, both past and present.
Date: April 7, 2017
Time: 5 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. dinner
Location: EY Centre
Cost: $150 (per person)
Registration is required. Click here to register.
Forensic Psychology in Canada Conference
Hosted by the Forensic Psychology Research Centre in Carleton University, this conference will bring together faculty and students from Canadian universities plus professionals from forensic, police, correctional and other agencies, to celebrate Canadian contributions to forensic psychology.
To register for the conference click here.
Registration closed April 14, 2017.
For more information on the conference please click here.
Date: April 25-27, 2017
Location: Carleton University
The Way We Were: The Carleton University Library
In celebration of Carleton’s 75th anniversary, the MacOdrum Library presents a photo exhibit of the people, building and services of Carleton’s MacOdrum Library over the past 75 years.
Date: May 1 to August 31, 2017
Location: MacOdrum Library
Life Sciences Day
A showcase of Carleton’s Life Sciences Program, with keynote speaker, panel discussions, presentations and demonstrations.
Date: May 5, 2017
Location: Richcraft Hall
Ontario Association of College and University Housing Officers (OACUHO) Annual Conference
Hosted by Carleton University in 2017, this conference brings together housing professionals from across Ontario and beyond for professional development, knowledge sharing, networking and connecting with vendors.
Date: May 8 to 11, 2017
Time: Various
Location: Various locations on campus
Please visit the conference website for more information.
Chemistry Magic Show (Spring)
A special 10th anniversary event, this year’s spring Chemistry Magic Show also marks the 70th anniversary of the Department of Chemistry.
Date: Friday, May 19, 2017
Location: Alumni Park (Outdoors)
Click here for more information: http://chemistrymagic.carleton.ca
Carleton Exchange: A Celebration of Research Partnerships
A CU75 Research Signature Event
Stay tuned for more information about this event.
Date: Thursday, May 18, 2017
Time: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: Richcraft Hall, 2nd Floor Atrium & Conference Rooms
By invitation only. Registration required.
Carleton University Retirees Association Anniversary Celebration
In celebration of Carleton’s 75th anniversary, a special reception will be held for all Carleton retirees and CURAC delegates, prior to the College and University Retiree Associations of Canada (CURAC) conference.
Date: May 24, 2017
Time: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Richcraft Hall Atrium
Click here for more information and to register for the event.
College and University Retiree Association of Canada (CURAC) Conference
Hosted by the Carleton University Retirees Association, this 3-day event will gather up to 100 delegates from universities and colleges across Canada for informative sessions on wealth, health, and higher education.
Date: May 24 to 26, 2017
Location: Richcraft Hall
Click here for more information about the celebration.
150 Years of Cartography: Past, Present and Future – The 2017 Canadian Cartographic Association (CCA) Conference and Annual General Meeting
Organized by the Canadian Cartographic Association, this conference will celebrate 150 years of Canada and its maps. Practitioners, educators, researchers and the community at large are invited to explore applications ranging from traditional topographic and thematic maps to online applications such as Google Earth and mobile apps for hand-held devices.
Date: May 31 to June 2, 2017
Location: Richcraft Hall
Click here for more information.
Carleton University: 75 Years of Impact, Imagination, and Innovation
Carleton University’s MacOdrum Library will present an exhibit of archival documents and photographs, celebrating Carleton’s impact on Canada from 1942 to 2017.
Date: June 1 to August 31, 2017
Location: MacOdrum Library
SUMMER 2017 (JULY – AUGUST)
sWall – Systems & Computer Engineering Interactive Wall
In honour of Carleton’s 75th anniversary, Systems & Computer Engineering is producing an interactive wall to showcase the department, provide information on degrees and people, and engage participants with games and apps.
Date: June 1+, 2017
Location: Entrance to Department, near 4456 Mackenzie Building
MENSA Canada 2017 Conference
The MENSA Canada Society is a High-IQ organization for Canadians who score in the top 2% in intelligence tests. The 2017 annual gathering will feature inspiring speakers, games, and contests plus many other fun activities.
Date: June 2 to 3, 2017
Location: Residence Commons
Click here for more information.
Canadian Association of University Business Officers (CAUBO) 2017 Conference
Hosted by Carleton University in 2017, CAUBO’s flagship professional development event features sessions on trends, hot topics, and best practices, while offering networking opportunities for delegates.
Date: June 11 to June 13, 2017
Location: Richcraft Hall & Westin Hotel
Click here for more information.
Canadian Association of College and University Student Services (CACUSS) 2017 Annual Conference
The Canadian Association of College and University Student Services (CACUSS) conference provides its membership with opportunities for networking and professional development.
Date: June 11 to June 14, 2017
Location: Richcraft Hall (reception), Shaw Centre (conference)
Click here for more information.
Spring Convocation
Convocation is a great public occasion when the university celebrates the accomplishments of its graduates. Senate convenes Convocation twice a year – in June and November – to confer degrees on students, recognize honorary degree recipients and award medals and prizes.
Date: June 13 to June 16, 2017
Time: 9:30 a.m. (Morning Ceremonies); 2:30 p.m. (Afternoon Ceremonies)
Location: Fieldhouse
Convocation is a commemoration of a student’s life at Carleton University and an opportunity to share this significant milestone with faculty, peers, family and friends.
CU75 Founding Day Celebration
The official anniversary of the founding of Carleton University on June 18, 1942 will be celebrated with a special reception at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier.
Date: Sunday, June 18, 2017
Time: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Drawing Room, Hotel Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Reigstration: Attendance is by registration only and space is limited. Click here to register.
75 Holes of Golf
In celebration of Carleton University’s 75th birthday, Ravens Football presents 75 Holes of Golf.
Please join us on Monday, June 19th at Manderley Golf Club for an alternate shot format tournament. Each participant must raise $1,500 to participate, with all proceeds going directly to the Junior Ravens football development camps. The tournament includes breakfast, lunch, a pre-dinner reception, dinner and Ravens apparel. All are welcome: Old Crows, current Ravens, parents, coaches and supporters of Ravens Football. For more information please contact Pat Stoqua at patrick.stoqua@carleton.ca.
Date: Monday, June 19, 2017
Location: Manderley Golf Club
CU Appreciation Day
Mark your calendars for Thursday, June 29 for the 2017 Carleton University Appreciation Day! Carleton’s annual employee appreciation event will be hosted in Alumni Park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This fun-filled afternoon brings faculty and staff together to celebrate the accomplishments of the past year.
Date: Thursday, June 29, 2017
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Alumni Park, Carleton University
iWise Conference (International Conference on Water, Informatics, Sustainability and Environment)
iWISE 2017 provides opportunities for scientists, practitioners, policy makers, and leaders from around the world to share their knowledge, skills and expertise in, but not limited to: climate change, sustainable land use and eco-cities, integrated resources management, green economy, cleaner production, disaster management, environmental education and water research. This 3-day conference is organized by Science Target Inc. in collaboration with professional and academic institutions.
Date: July 3 to 5, 2017
Location: Richcraft Hall
Click here for more information.
h4>2017 Canadian Electric Wheelchair National Hockey Tournament
Carleton University is proud to host para-athletes from across Canada at the Canadian Electric Wheelchair Hockey Association National Championships, presented in partnership with the Ottawa Power Wheelchair Hockey League (OPWHL) and Ottawa 2017. This four-day event will include twenty-five PowerHockey games, opening and closing ceremonies and an awards banquet. Not to be missed!
Date: August 4 to 7, 2017
Location: Ravens’ Nest
Click here for more information.
CIPA 2017 – 26th International CIPA Heritage Documentation Symposium (International Committee on Monuments and Sites) (ICOMOS)
Marking the first time this has been held in North America, this conference offers a unique opportunity for educators, professionals, heritage institutions, and managers of heritage places to share, exchange, and explore new approaches, best practices, and research results in the field of heritage documentation.
Date: August 28 to September 2, 2017
Location: Richcraft Hall
Click here to view the official website.
FALL/WINTER 2017 (SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER)
Shannon Lecture Series (CU Department of History)
To celebrate Confederation and Canada’s 150th anniversary, Carleton University’s Department of History will present a series of lectures on the topic of Expo 67 and Confederation.
Date: Five Fridays in Fall, 2017 (Sept 22, Oct. 13, Nov. 3, Nov. 17, Dec. 1)
Time: 2:30 p.m. Lecture is followed by a reception in the History Lounge (433 Paterson Hall)
Location: Multi-Media Lab (Room 482) Discovery Centre, MacOdrum Library
Click here for more information.
CUAG / DOME Pop-up Concert, with Jesse Stewart
Juno award-winning artist Jesse Stewart presents an interactive “Octamasher” performance in this special series sponsored by the Carleton University Art Gallery.
Date: September 12, 2017
Time: Noon
Location: Tory Quad (outdoors)
Throwback Weekend
Throwback is Carleton University’s Homecoming—a celebration of all that was, is and is yet to be from the brilliant minds that make up Carleton University. Join us in celebrating the past. Share treasured photos, great memories and academic achievements. Revisit old haunts and former classmates. Help us start a proud new tradition. It’s a look back at the glorious past and a peek into an unlimited future. Throwback 2017 is even more special as we celebrate Carleton’s 75th anniversary! The events are open to everyone, so let’s start celebrating!
Come back to campus for football, basketball, lectures, reunions, social events, and so much more. Save the date today. Watch this site for updates and registration information.
Date: September 13–16, 2017
Time: Various
Location: Carleton Campus
Click here for schedules and more information.
Shannon Lecture: “A Painted Summer Scene: Expo 67 in the Context of Canada in the 1960s” with Dr. Gary Miedema (Project Manager, City of Toronto)
Date: Friday, September 22, 2017
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Location: Multi-Media Lab (Room 482), Discovery Centre, MacOdrum Library
Click here for more information.
CUAG / DOME Pop-up Concert, with Jesse Stewart
Juno award-winning artist Jesse Stewart presents an interactive “Octamasher” performance in this special series sponsored by the Carleton University Art Gallery.
Date: September 25, 2017
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: St. Patrick’s Building (outdoors)
Annual Biology Butterfly Exhibit
Join us for a special 75th anniversary edition of this popular annual event. Enjoy 1300 exotic butterflies representing 41 different species worldwide.
Date: September 30 to October 8, 2017
Location: Nesbitt Biology Building (Greenhouses)
More details coming soon.
Shannon Lecture: “Quebec as a Woodstock Nation: When Counterculture meets Mainstream” with Professor Jean-Philippe Warren (Dept of Sociology and Anthropology, Concordia University)
Date: Friday, October 13, 2017
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Location: Multi-Media Lab (Room 482), Discovery Centre, MacOdrum Library
Reception to follow in the History Lounge (433 Paterson Hall)
Click here for more information.
53rd Annual Canadian Undergraduate Physics Conference
This is an annual event organized by and for Canadian physics students. In celebration of its 75th anniversary, Carleton University is hosting the conference in 2017.
Date: October 20 to 24, 2017
Location: TBC (Carleton University)
Carleton University Day at Queens Park
This signature 75th Anniversary event takes place in the historic Legislative Assembly Building and welcomes government leaders and members of the university community to showcase how Carleton students, faculty, alumni and donors are contributing to Ontario’s prosperity agenda and the good of society.
Date: October 25, 2017
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location: Government Caucus Room, Legislative Assembly, Queen’s Park, 111 Wellesley Street West, Toronto
Event details HERE.
Herzberg Lecture: Jacqueline K. Barton
Established in 1975, this lecture honours Gerhard Herzberg, a former Chancellor of Carleton University and the recipient of the 1971 Nobel Prize for Chemistry. To celebrate Carleton’s 75th anniversary, and the 70th anniversary of the Department of Chemistry, the Faculty of Science has invited Jacqueline K. Barton from the California Institute of Technology to be this year’s speaker.
Date: November 1, 2017
Time: TBD
Location: TBD
Grand Opening of Carleton’s new Health Sciences Building
Date: Winter 2018 (TBD)
More information coming soon.
Shannon Lecture: “Visibility/Invisibility: Art and the Indians of Canada Pavilion at Expo 67” with Dr. Carmen Robertson (Visual Arts Dept., University of Regina)
Date: Friday, November 3, 2017
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Location: Multi-Media Lab (Room 482), Discovery Centre, MacOdrum Library
Reception to follow in the History Lounge (433 Paterson Hall)
Click here for more information.
The ART of Changing the World
This conference caps off a five-year national SSHRC Partnership Grant on Art for Social Change, involving six Canadian universities, plus many community partner organizations and academic collaborators. The gathering presents an opportunity to showcase and share ways that participatory art processes are transforming how we address complex and urgent issues in communities and across borders.
Date: November 3 to 5, 2017
Location: Richcraft Hall
Click here for more information.
CUAG / DOME Pop-up Concert, with Jesse Stewart
Juno award-winning artist Jesse Stewart presents an interactive performance in this special series sponsored by the Carleton University Art Gallery.
Date: November 7, 2017
Time: Noon
Location: University Centre Galleria
Ottawa 2017 Canadian Videogame Competition and Expo
Date: November 13 and 14, 2017
Time: 5:30-8:30 pm gaming competitions
Location: MacKenzie Building – outdoor courtyard
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Shannon Lecture: “Architecture at Expo 67” with Professor Inderbir Singh Riar (Azrieli School of Architecture & Urbanism, Carleton University)
Date: Friday, November 17, 2017
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Location: Multi-Media Lab (Room 482), Discovery Centre, MacOdrum Library
Reception to follow in the History Lounge (433 Paterson Hall)
Click here for more information.
Fall Convocation
Convocation is a great public occasion when the university celebrates the accomplishments of its graduates. Senate convenes Convocation twice a year – in June and November – to confer degrees on students, recognize honorary degree recipients and award medals and prizes.
Date: November 18, 2017
Time: 9:30 a.m. (Morning Ceremonies); 2:30 p.m. (Afternoon Ceremonies)
Location: Fieldhouse
Convocation is a commemoration of a student’s life at Carleton University and an opportunity to share this significant milestone with faculty, peers, family and friends.
Department of Music’s 50th Anniversary Celebration
Celebration activities include the Carleton University Choir Recital on November 24 (Dominion Chalmers Church);
A Symposium in Honour of John Shepherd, The Social and Cultural Study of Music, Then and Now, November 24-25 (MacOdrum Library);
Gala concert featuring Kelly Lee Evans and Carleton Performers Celebrate 50th Anniversary, November 25 (Kailesh Mital Theatre).
Dates: November 24 – 25, 2017
Locations: Southam Hall and Kailash Mital Theatre
For full event and registration details see Music 50th Anniversary.
FASS Film Screening of Casablanca in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Movie and the University
Carleton University’s Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and Film Studies program is celebrating both Casablanca’s and the University’s 75th anniversary with a free film screening and discussion of the iconic Hollywood film.
Date: November 26, 2017
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Location: Room 2200, Richcraft Hall Theatre, Carleton University
Details and registration posted HERE .
Sprott Business Students’ Society Annual Business Banquet
The Sprott Business Students’ Society Annual Business Banquet brings together students, alumni and employers for an evening of networking. This is a legacy event celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2017.
Date: November 27, 2017
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Location: Shaw Centre – Trillium Ballroom
Details coming soon.
Shannon Lecture: “The Missing Archive of Expo 67” with Professor Janine Marchessault (Cinema and Media Studies, York University)
Date: Friday, December 1, 2017
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Location: Multi-Media Lab (Room 482), Discovery Centre, MacOdrum Library
Reception to follow in the History Lounge (433 Paterson Hall)
Click here for more information.
Carleton University Holiday Reception
This is a traditional holiday-themed reception to recognize and thank donors to Carleton University.
Date: December 11, 2017
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Atrium, Richcraft Hall
Attendance is by invitation only.
CU75 Holiday Social Luncheon
This special lunch-time celebration for Carleton staff and faculty will close our 75th anniversary year of celebrations.
Date: December 12, 2017
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Fenn Lounge