A place to engage in collaborative and interactive learning

Welcome to Carleton University’s centre for undergraduate research and student engagement. We are located on the fourth floor of the MacOdrum library.

We are dedicated to helping students realize their full potential through collaborative and interactive learning.

There are four program areas that the Discovery Centre offers undergraduate research, community engagement, immersive learning, and international experiences.

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Monday, November 11, 2019

A Classroom Engaged: Biidaaban – First Light

The Game Biidaaban is an interactive VR project that demonstrates how various indigenous languages can help individuals and groups better understand our place in Canada as an urban environment.... More

The Game Biidaaban is an interactive VR project that demonstrates how various indigenous languages can help individuals and groups better understand our place in Canada as an urban environment. Biidaaban showcases Toronto, Canada through a stimulated VR time jump. In this way, participates are able to both experience the Toronto of the past, and... More

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Friday, October 11, 2019

2019 NCUR Presenters in Kennesaw, Georgia

The National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) is a forum for undergraduate students to present their research. This year Carleton sent a group of seven students, supervised by Professor Cheryl Schramm (Engineering) to... More

The National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) is a forum for undergraduate students to present their research. This year Carleton sent a group of seven students, supervised by Professor Cheryl Schramm (Engineering) to Kennesaw, Georgia. With 4200 registrants, the experience was a dynamic learning opportunity. Below are some pictures and... More

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Monday, June 3, 2019

Doors Open Ottawa

On June 1, 2019, the Discovery Centre opened its doors to the public during the Doors Open Ottawa weekend. We showcased our innovating learning space and state-of-the-art technology. This dynamic learning environment is outfitted with ergonomic, accessible... More

On June 1, 2019, the Discovery Centre opened its doors to the public during the Doors Open Ottawa weekend. We showcased our innovating learning space and state-of-the-art technology. This dynamic learning environment is outfitted with ergonomic, accessible and stylist furniture, complete with three Library Laboratories (Gaming, Learning, Multi-Media)... More

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