I am a graduate student and I’m not getting along so well with my Supervisor. Is there a policy about how we work together?
Yes, both the supervisor and the student have responsibilities and need to understand these along with the expectations that are entailed as students make their way through a graduate program. Consult the policy here: Graduate Supervision Responsibilities & Expectations Policy.
I’m a graduate student and my Supervisor says my funding is ending. Who could help me?
The best place to start is to reach out to the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs (FGPA). Contact the Associate Dean of Student and Postdoctoral Affairs and ask if he/she can meet to discuss your situation. You can also include the Ombudsperson in communications and and invite the Ombudsperson to participate in a meeting.
I am currently facing challenges when it comes to communicating with my professors via email. What steps would you recommend I take?
To address this issue effectively, we suggest reviewing Carleton Online’s set of 10 guidelines for emailing your instructors. These guidelines encompass crucial aspects of successful communication. If you encounter difficulties in your email correspondence with your professors, consider contacting our office for assistance.
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