Stories and News
Explore the latest stories, research highlights and campus news from across Carleton University.
Carleton Stories
Feature stories highlighting Carleton’s people, ideas and impact
Finding Solutions to Senior Isolation
For seniors, chronic loneliness is more than isolation – it can be a serious health risk linked to declines in physical and mental health. The…
Looking Back at Spring Convocation
Last week, the Carleton University community celebrated the achievements of more than 6900 graduates as Spring Convocation brought students, families, friends and supporters together on campus for five days of ceremonies. Convocation marks…
The Historian and the House Cats
At Carleton University, historian Rod Phillips has built a career studying familiar yet overlooked subjects, from divorce and family life to wine and alcohol. In…
Spring Convocation 2026: Inspiring Graduating Students Share Their Stories
Carleton University’s campus will be in a late spring bloom and buzzing with energy from June 8 to 12 as the community comes together to…
Carleton Celebrates Graduating Ravens at Spring Convocation
From June 8 to 12, Carleton University will welcome crowds of graduating students, their family, friends and well-wishers to campus as the community celebrates Spring…
Fighting Fire with Engineering
Residential development across Canada is encroaching on the wildland-urban interface, a landscape where houses and infrastructure brush up against forests and other vegetation. Global warming…
University News
Carleton news, announcements and official updates
Three Carleton Community Members Appointed to the Order of Canada
Three Carleton University community members have been named to the Order of Canada. These exceptional leaders have been recognized for their leadership and contributions which have positively impacted the lives of numerous Canadians. The newest Carleton community …
What’s Open and Closed: Canada Day
Carleton University is officially closed on July 1 for Canada Day. Some facilities continue to operate throughout the holiday, with reduced hours in some cases. Dining Services On June 30, there will be …
Carleton Celebrates 2026 Spring Convocation Medal Winners
From June 8 to 12, Carleton University celebrates Spring Convocation as more than 6900 graduates cross the stage to receive their degrees. Among them are …
Carleton-Led Hub Expands Support for Black Entrepreneurs
Carleton University welcomes the renewed federal support for the Black Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub (BEKH) through March 2028, reinforcing the university’s leadership role in advancing research, …
Carleton Faculty Member Named Canada Research Chair in Next-Gen Economics
Carleton University researcher Thomas Russell has been announced as the university’s newest Canada Research Chair (CRC). His innovative research focuses on developing advanced economic models that can …
What’s Open and Closed: Victoria Day
Carleton University is officially closed on Monday, May 18 and reopens on Tuesday, May 19. Some facilities continue to operate throughout Victoria Day; however, with reduced hours in some cases. Dining Services On May …
Expert Perspectives
Opinion pieces from Carleton faculty and PhD candidates featured in The Conversation Canada
Want To Be a Better Reader? Here’s How To Practise Active Reading
If you’re part of Gen Z, chances are you rely on social media for news and current events. And if you’re under 30, you’re more…
At the 2026 World Cup, There Will Be More Winners Than Just the Champion
Who wouldn’t want to know who the winner of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be? That’s impossible without a crystal ball. In reality, along…
Mothering While Black: To Protect Our Children, We Draw on Traditions of Refusal
In March 2026, Now Magazine reported that a mother, Nicola, discovered her nine-year-old son had found his name on a “kill list” along with names…
Spectacular Deficits and Record Revenues: FIFA’s Financial Cycles Are a Winning Strategy
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has kicked off across North America. FIFA, the governing body that organizes it, is widely seen as a prosperous organization.…
What Are the Risks of Contracting West Nile Virus From a Mosquito in Canada?
As a dead crow tested positive for West Nile virus in Ontario this week, Canadians may be wondering: just how prevalent are such mosquito-borne viruses…
Why Mark Carney Is Pushing ‘Fortress North America’ Amid Deep Canadian Distrust of the U.S.
Prime Minister Carney recently said that “like Mexico, Canada remains open to deeper integration, including options for Fortress North America in (certain) sectors.” He added…