Memorandums of Understanding

Researchers at other institutions should contact a faculty member at Carleton (faculty champion) in order to initiate partnership discussions and identify potential opportunities for collaboration. To initiate an MOU, the faculty champion must complete the International MOU Form and submit it to Ridhima Peravali. Forms should include a description of the proposed institutional partner, a summary of the intended areas of cooperation (including activities), potential Carleton resource commitments, a list of the units or departments involved, as well as a clear explanation of the mutually beneficial elements of the partnership. All MOUs must be reviewed by Carleton International prior to being negotiated. This process includes a legal review, risk assessment, and an administrative review.

Following the review, Carleton International will negotiate with the partner in consultation with the faculty champion to ensure consistency and clarity regarding the objectives and goals. We help determine what type of agreement is required and how the review or approval process should be managed. As the primary point of contact with the other institution, it will be the faculty champion’s responsibility to follow through the terms of the agreement during the life of the accord.

An MOU might still be required as an umbrella accord by some international partners. Please contact the applicable office for other agreements:

• International research projects
• Student exchange agreements
• International internship agreements
• Cotutelle agreements