NEURDs’letter 2025-2026 Edition
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Outgoing Exchange Program Info
December 4th between 9:30am and 3:30pm at the Nideyinàn Galleria beside the Starbucks
As the deadline to apply for Carleton’s Outgoing Exchange Program approaches on December 10th, the Global Opportunities and International Student Services team will be available to answer any questions.
Don’t miss out on this life changing opportunity! Participating in an exchange is an incredibly rewarding experience, as this is a chance to truly immerse yourself in a new culture, experience your academic subject through a new lens, and develop intercultural skills.
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December BrainByte
December 5th at 11:30am in 202 Tory Building
Join us for the final BrainByte of the fall term featuring:
Tina Wang (Sun lab) speaking about “Target-specific disinhibition drives cellular heterogeneity in early-life seizures: a path toward new precision treatment” and Alex Abou-Fallah (Salmaso lab) speaking on “The role of astrocytic steroid hormone receptors in mediating emotive behaviours”.
Brainbytes is an event held on a monthly basis to give graduate students an opportunity to share their research with their peers and the department. Each session comprises two speakers, and each Brainbyte is a 20-min presentation followed by a 10-min Q/A period.
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Friday’s Neuro Holiday Party!
Here’s everything you need to know about this Friday’s extravaganza.
Call for Volunteers: We are looking for support! Volunteers are needed before, during, and after the event. In return, volunteers will receive free admission, we appreciate your help! Contact brenna@sfn-ottawa.ca for more information.
When: Friday December 5th, 7pm
Where: Ollie’s Pub (1st floor Nideyinàn)
Who: Everyone is welcome!
Tickets: Online or at the door:
- $20.00 (includes 1 alcoholic drink)
- $16.00 (includes 1 soft drink)
*IDs will be checked at the door*
Food & drinks: Snacks and desserts provided! Food and drinks available for sale.
Parking: Paid parking is available right next to Nideyinàn, use code “Neuro” for 6$ parking.
Dress code: There is no formal dress code, but people like to dress up for the evening. Wear what makes you feel your holiday best!
Music: Tell us what you want to hear here, we’re listening.
Activities: Photo booth, Guess the Prof’s Baby Photo, Guess the Thesis Title, Holiday Bingo, Golden Neurons Teaching Award
We all deserve to unwind and celebrate – we hope to see you there!
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Rockin’ with the Docs
This is a fundraiser for the Brain and Mind Research Institute Scholarships, of which uOttawa and Carleton students have previously been funded. Two live bands (including Carleton Neuro’s Dr. Shawn Hayley’s) will be playing throughout the night and there will be some fun prizes and snacks for you to enjoy!
When: Friday, December 12th at 7pm
Where: Rainbow Bistro (76 Murray Street)
Tickets: Available on Eventbrite for $40 plus taxes & fees, snacks & raffle included
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Neuro Hub Updates
I’ve added a video Q&A about Honours Projects to the 3rd & 4th Year module of the Neuro Hub in Brightspace. Anyone planning to apply for the 2026-27 and anyone who is looking ahead, please check it out!
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Student Testimonials
We’d love to hear about your experiences with Carleton Neuroscience!
Positive or negative, what classes you’ve enjoyed the most, advice for future students, how you feel what you’re learning might apply to future endeavors – whatever you care to share. You can remain anonymous or include your name, program, and year-standing. If desired, you can submit a photo and be featured on our website.
Your feedback is super appreciated and will help inform our efforts to inspire future NEURds!
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The NEURds’letter is typically sent out every Thursday during the fall/winter semesters. While membership on the distribution list is automatic for neuroscience majors at the beginning of each fall, you can unsubscribe (or request to join) via email to Carleton Neuroscience Administration