With Carleton’s 75th Anniversary in full swing, the university continues to host a number of events, conferences and talks. Watch this space for information on what we have planned and how you can get involved. Or check the CU75 events calendar to get a complete view of how the community will be celebrating.
FPA Conference: Visions for Canada 2042
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
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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
Registration is required.
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Sun behind the clouds at sunrise.
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 24 to 25, 2017
Time: Noon to 5 p.m., each day
Location: Ravens’ Nest
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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
Time: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Location: Porter Hall, UC-231 Carleton University
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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
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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
Time: 8:15 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Location: Richcraft Hall Atrium and Room 2220
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