Student Representatives

The call for Expressions of Interest for student governors for the 2026/27 Board year is now open.

The Carleton University Board of Governors is seeking Expressions of Interest from students to fill four vacant positions as a Student Governor for the 2026/27 Board Year. The following positions are vacant:

Two undergraduate students
Two graduate students

Students selected by the students-at-large to be considered for nomination to the Board and confirmed will serve a one-year term for the period of July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The deadline for applications is Friday, January 23, 2026.

Prospective student governors may consult the Student Governor Handbook for detailed information about the position, responsibilities, and the application process.

TIMELINE


January 6	Call for Expressions of Interest begins
January 12	Board 101 Mandatory Information Session from 12 pm to 1 pm EST (note: you only have to attend one of these sessions—either Jan. 12 or 15)
January 15	Board 101 Mandatory Information Session from 12 pm to 1 pm EST.
January 23	Deadline for Submission of Expressions of Interest (4pm EST)
January 26	Validation of Student Expressions of Interest and Confirmation to Students Regarding Eligibility to Proceed with Registrar’s Office
January 26	The University Secretary and Chief Governance Officer will notify candidates that they are eligible to continue in the Candidate Selection Process
Jan. 26 to Feb. 1	Campaigning Period
February 2	Online Voting Begins (link is activated at 10 am EST)
February 3	Online Voting Ends (link is deactivated at 10 pm EST)
February 4	Tabulation of results of Candidate Selection Process and Announcement of Successful Nominees
June 4	Election for Student Governors at meeting of the Board of Governors

BOG Student Application Form 2026/27

The Carleton University Board of Governors is seeking Expressions of Interest from students to fill four vacant positions as Student Governors for the 2026/27 Board Year. All interested candidates must fulfill the requirements and submit the below Expression of Interest form by Jan. 23, 2026.

"*" indicates required fields

Applicant Information

Name*

First Last

Student Number*

Email*

Phone*

Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code

Self-Identification (optional)

Woman

Visible Minority

Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit or Métis)

Persons with disabilities

This question is voluntary. You may select as many categories that apply to you. The information will be used in an aggregate and non-identifiable format in order to asses our ability to recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds.

What position are you applying for?*

Program of Study*

Current Year Standing in Program*

Photo*

Max. file size: 15 MB.

Please upload a photo of yourself to be published for the purpose of elections.

Expression of Interest

Please answer the three questions below. It is recommended to write your answers in a word document and then copy and paste into the below fields to avoid potential loss of work.

Question 1: I believe that I would be an excellent candidate to be considered as a Student Governor because:*

Question 2: I have the following skills and experiences which would be beneficial in my role as Student Governor:*

Question 3: If elected to the Board, what would you like to gain from the experience and/or what skills would you like to further develop?*

Expression of Interest

Max. file size: 15 MB.

If you wish to attach a brief (max. 500 words) statement of interest, please do so above:

Eligibility Criteria & Consent

1. I confirm that I meet the eligibility criteria as outlined in the Candidate Selection Process Handbook.*

I confirm.

2. I confirm that I have attended one mandatory Board 101 Information Session.*

Specify date.

3. I have answered the Expression of Interest questions and consent to the answers being published.*

I confirm.

4. I have included a photo of myself that I authorize to be published.*

I confirm.

Privacy

Personal information collected through this form will be used and disclosed by Carleton University under the authority of the Carleton University Act, 1952, and in accordance with sections 39, 41 and 42 of Ontario’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The purpose of this processing is to administer the application and nomination process for Board of Governor positions. If you have any questions about the processing of personal information by Carleton University, please contact the Manager, Privacy & Access to Information, by phone at 613-520-2600 ext. 2047 or by e-mail via University_Privacy_Office@carleton.ca.

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Further questions? Contact the University Secretary at Amanda.Goth@carleton.ca