Getting Help

Everyone needs help sometimes, and it is a sign of maturity to ask for the help that you need. The Bachelor of Humanities program and Carleton University have many resources that we are happy to place at your service.

Humanities Academic Advising

One of the best things you can do is meet with the Humanities Academic Advisor, Professor Gregory MacIsaac. You should meet with him early on in your first semester at Carleton, and whenever any academic questions come up.

Appointments may be made up to 18 hours before the time selected. When booking your appointment, you can choose either in-person or Zoom.

Undergraduate Advising hours this term are:
Mondays from 11:00 to 13:00

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If you are unable to make appointments during either of these times because of your class schedule, please contact Professor MacIsaac directly about arranging another time to meet.

Reduced Course Load

Completing your degree is by no means a race. What’s important is that you enjoy your university years, succeed academically, and leave Carleton with transferrable skills and credentials. Degree students have access to a maximum course load of 2.5 credits per term over the fall and winter terms. However, many students, for a variety of reasons, choose to take a reduced course load at some point throughout their undergraduate degree. As a result, it may take more time to graduate.

Considering a reduced course load? Read this page for more information.

Humanities Mentorship Program

Every student in the B.Hum. program who chooses can participate in our Mentorship program. Your mentor can be a writer, diplomat, lawyer, teacher, businessman or businesswoman, senior civil servant, Member of Parliament, academic, poet, artist, etc. — the choice is up to you. Mentors serve as friends and advisors, and also introduce students to their profession and to the larger world, giving them a better sense of the lives and careers open to them.

To participate in the Mentorship Program, please contact our Mentorship Coordinator, Prof. Erik Stephenson.

Student Support and Wellness

Carleton provides various accessible resources and services that allow you to maximize and manage your mental health and well-being, even when you aren’t on campus. Carleton University wants you to know that we are here to support you. No matter where you call home across the world, there are many support services and resources available to support your mental health.

Health and Counselling Services provides in-person and virtual counseling appointments through telephone or video options.

This is your hub for wellness resources at Carleton and beyond. As we navigate unexplored territory, we are here to support you virtually during this difficult time.