High School Outreach
Partnering with teachers to help guide students to university
Teachers and guidance counsellors play an invaluable role in helping students explore their post-secondary options and make informed decisions about their futures. We are excited to partner with you to provide information, engaging learning opportunities, and meaningful experiences that support your students throughout their journey to university.
We offer a variety of programs and resources designed to connect your students with the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, including classroom presentations by our professors, tailored workshops, and lecture visits. We are happy to work with you to create opportunities that meet the needs of your students and school community!
We are also pleased to collaborate with schools on professional development days, offering sessions that provide educators with current information about emerging trends in post-secondary education. We’ll work with you to organize workshops or full day sessions on Carleton’s campus.
Looking for guidebooks or brochures for your high school classroom?
Email Emma Fraser to request copies of the Arts and Social Sciences guidebook and/or program-specific brochures.
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Meet the Faculty Outreach Team
These professors are available to engage with high schools through classroom presentations, guest lectures, workshops, career discussions, curriculum connections, and other outreach activities. Browse the profiles below to learn more…
Blair Rutherford
- Professor, Department of Sociology and Anthropology
Dana Dragunoiu
- Professor, Department of English Language and Literature
Deanna Whelan
- Professor, Department of Psychology
Jennifer Evans
- Professor, Department of History
Jim Davies
- Professor, Department of Cognitive Science
Paul Williams
- Professor, Department of Geography and Environmental Studies
Stefania Maggi
- Professor, Institute of Interdisciplinary Studies
Tonya Davidson
- Professor, Department of Sociology and Anthropology
Experience a University Lecture
High school classes are invited to visit Carleton’s campus to attend an engaging university lecture delivered by our expert faculty. Each visit includes:
- Sitting in on a real university lecture
- A guided tour of our beautiful campus
- A complimentary lunch in the Teraanga Commons cafeteria
Whether your students are beginning to explore post-secondary options or are preparing for the next step in their educational journey, this program offers an engaging introduction to university academics, campus life, and the opportunities that await them.
Browse our sample lecture listing below to find a topic that will inspire your students. We look forward to welcoming your class to campus!
African Studies
- Intro to African Studies
Anthropology
- Intro to Anthropology
- Anthropology and Gender
- Theories of Human Nature
- Studies in Indigenous Peoples
Art and Architectural History
- Art and Society
- Art in Canada
- Asian Art
- Renaissance Art
Canadian Studies
- Power, Places and Stories
- Land, Water, Capitalism
- Heritage, Places and Practices
Cognitive Science
- Mysteries of the Mind
English
- Literature, Art and Culture
- Intro to Creative Writing
- Literature and Magic
- Climate Change and the Humanities
Environmental and Climate Change Studies
- People, Places and Environments
- Climate Change
Film Studies
- Intro to Film Studies
- Canadian Cinema
French
- French I
Geography
- Global Environmental Systems
- Weather and Water
- Space, Place and Culture
History
- Europe in War
- Rethinking Modern Canadian History
- Britain and Empire
- History of the Internet
Humanities (Great Books)
- Intro to Archaeology
- Myths and Histories
- Classical Literature and its Reception
- Religion and Culture
Human Rights and Social Justice
- Critical Issues in Social Justice
- Sexuality, Gender, Security
- Children’s Rights
Indigenous Studies
- Indigenous Ways of Knowing
- Indigenous Feminisms
Music
- Understanding Music
- Thinking about Music
- Jazz History
- Careers in Music
Philosophy
- The Meaning of Life
- Mind, World, Knowledge
Psychology
- Intro to Psychology
- Social Psychology
- Health Psychology
- Forensic Psychology
Sociology
- Intro to Sociology
- Race and Ethnicity
- Sociology of Health
- Sociology of Deviance
Women’s and Gender Studies
- Intro to Feminist Social Transformation
- Gendered Violence
High School Classroom Workshops
Our professor-led classroom workshops give high school students the opportunity to learn directly from university faculty. Designed to complement classroom learning, these engaging and interactive sessions introduce students to university-level concepts, current research, and real-world applications across a variety of disciplines. Whether you’re looking to enrich your curriculum, spark curiosity in a new subject area, or help students explore post-secondary pathways, our professors are excited to connect with your classroom.
Sample workshops include:
From Stage to Screen: How Hollywood Helps Us Think About Shakespeare
Taught by Prof. Micheline White
Music and Culture
Taught by Prof. Carolyn Ramzy
This Should Terrify You: The Rise of Anti-Trans Hate in Society
Taught by Prof. Dan Irving
Race and Racism
Taught by Prof. Evelyn Mayanja
Canadian and Indigenous Literatures
Taught by Prof. Jody Mason
Technology and Everyday Life: Thinking Sociologically with Technology
Taught by Prof. Carlos Novas
Black and Racialized Student Workshops
Prof. Evelyn Mayanja and colleagues offer specialized workshops for Black and racialized students interested in attending university. The day includes a complimentary lunch and a tour of key locations on campus.
Is there a specific workshop topic that you’d like to request for your students? Fill out the form below and we’ll work with you to find the right fit!
Request a Visit
Interested in connecting with us to plan your experience? Fill out the form below and we’ll contact you!
Upcoming Outreach Events
Multi Day
Ontario Universities’ Fair
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September 26 to 27
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Off-Campus, Carleton University
Jan 30
2027 Arts and Social Sciences Fair
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1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
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Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre , Ottawa , ON