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Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Luna is back for the summer!

Luna, one of Carleton's Therapy Dogs, will be back at the PMC for the summer, on Wednesdays from 11:00am - 12:00pm. Take a mental health break and stop by to meet her. Luna is a boxer mix who is full of wiggles. Luna loves to sunbathe in the summer and go for walks at... More

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Apply for the Dr. John Davis Burton Award

All of our students are invited and encourage to apply for the Dr. John Davis Burton Award, if you are eligible! The Dr. John Davis Burton Award was endowed in the memory of Dr. John Davis Burton, who was a champion and advocate for persons with disabilities, and is awarded annually to a deserving... More

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Learning Strategies for Summer Success

Summer courses can be a whirlwind, much like the fleeting summer days themselves— blink and you might miss a deadline! With the quick pace of coursework and the allure of beautiful weather, it's essential to stay organized and motivated. The key? Planning ahead, staying consistent, and creating an environment that helps you stay focused... More

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Connecting with Employment Support

Looking for a summer job and need help navigating the process?   The team at the Accessible Career Transitions (ACT) provides two types of services for students with disabilities: ACT Advising includes individualized and ongoing career management support for Carleton students who identify as having a disability. ACT to Employ helps facilitate... More

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Submitting Alternate Format Requests for Textbooks or Research Materials

Members of the Carleton Community with a disability can request alternate formats of materials for course and research purposes through Library Accessibility Services.   To access this service as a student: A referral from the Paul Menton Centre is required. Please speak with your PMC Coordinator about a referral if you think this service... More

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Requesting Accommodations for the Summer Term

Don’t forget that accommodations must be requested each term, including accommodations for full-term courses. As best-practice, we recommend that you request accommodations via the Ventus Portal at the beginning of the term or 14 days before a test or exam to ensure a seamless experience. Exam accommodations requested less than 14 days before a... More

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Elevator Phones Service Outage

On Wednesday, April 30, between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m., the assistance/emergency elevator phones in the following buildings will be unavailable due to required system upgrades. In the event of an emergency during this temporary service outage, please call 613-520-4444 from your cellphone. Emergency Phones and Building Elevators Impacted are: Pigiarvik,... More

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Don’t Miss Luna at the PMC!

Luna, one of Carleton's Therapy Dogs, will be visiting the PMC board room one more time, on April 23rd from 11:00am - 12:00pm. Take a mental health break and stop by to meet her. In addition to visiting with Luna, or Carleton’s other therapy dogs, be sure to check out our  Service Animals vs. Therapy... More

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Register for Summer Courses

Registration for spring/summer courses is open! The Summer class schedule is available through Carleton Central or you can use our Public Class Schedule to search the course offerings. Instructor and location information will available at a later date. If you require assistance with registration, please contact the Student Registration... More

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Study Plans, Final Exams, and Take-Home Exams

Create a Study Plan for Finals The key to success in finals is preparation. Start by creating a comprehensive study plan. Identify your exam dates, allocate time for each subject, and break your study sessions into focused intervals (e.g., 45-minute sessions with 15-minute breaks). A visual study schedule can help you manage your time... More

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Tips for Writing Your Final Exams with MEC (McIntyre Examination Centre)

If you are writing any of your final exams with the McIntyre Examination Centre (in-person or online), we recommend the following tips to ensure a positive and productive experience. Before Your Exams Check Ventus for Accommodation Details Login to Ventus to confirm the course code, date, start/end time, location, accommodations, and status of... More

Thursday, March 13, 2025

March Tips: Starting Final Papers, Scheduling Accountability Meetings & Daylight Savings Time

Make the most of the last weeks of the winter term with these Learning-Strategist approved tips! Start Final Papers Early Starting your final papers in March gives you plenty of time to research, outline, and draft. Break down your papers into smaller, manageable steps, such as conducting research, writing the introduction, and drafting body... More

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