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Wednesday, September 15, 2021

PMC Fall Orientation Recap

All of the content from our virtual 2021 PMC Fall Orientation event is now available on the PMC Fall Orientation webpage. Recordings of each session, PowerPoint slides used during the sessions, and transcripts are available for any who were unable to attend, who did attend but would like to review the presentations again, or... More

Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Reminder to Request Your Accommodations for the Fall Term

The PMC would like to remind any students who have not yet requested their accommodations for the current academic term to do so as soon as possible. Hybrid delivery models mean that it is increasingly important that accommodation requests are made with sufficient time for arrangements to be made. Returning PMC students are encouraged... More

Tuesday, September 14, 2021

Ways to Connect this Fall

The PMC is working hard to make sure that there are options available for all students to get connected, and stay connected with our community this fall. Try Study Pods Virtual hour-long study sessions; Monday through Thursday, twice a day; Register to get the Zoom link on the webpage; First Study Pod is on... More

Tuesday, September 14, 2021

Coming Soon: PMC ADHD Group

This group will help you learn about ADHD and provide practical strategies for working with your brain in a neurodivergence-friendly way. Come connect with others who share a similar experience through engaging conversation, videos, infographics and memes. Facilitated by PMC Coordinators and Learning Strategists, the group will be held on Zoom on... More

Tuesday, September 14, 2021

PMC Study Pods

PMC Study Pods offer a virtual space, on Zoom, designed to simulate the environment of working in the library, a coffee shop or other spaces on-campus. These sessions are a safe, friendly setting where you can stay accountable to yourself and others, facilitated by PMC staff. Visit the PMC Study Pods webpage to learn... More

Tuesday, September 14, 2021

Connect Virtually this Fall with PMC Friday Socials

After moving to Wednesdays for the summer months, Friday Socials are back to Friday for the fall! Friday Socials are hosted on Zoom and start for the term on Friday, Oct 1, 2021. Registration and more information is available on the Friday Socials webpage. Please note that the registration list is reset each term.... More

Wednesday, September 1, 2021

We’re on Instagram

Find and follow us @CarletonPMC for key dates, deadlines and university updates; content geared to supporting student success; connect students with resources available on the Carleton campus; and more! DISCLAIMER  Consent and confidentiality are important to us. Please keep in mind that Instagram is a public social media platform for... More

Wednesday, September 1, 2021

Don’t Miss PMC Fall Orientation Tomorrow

PMC Fall Orientation 2021 is tomorrow, Thursday, September 2, 2021, from 1:00-3:00pm, on MS Teams. We encourage all newly-registered PMC students to attend. If you have not yet registered, you can do so on the PMC Fall Orientation webpage. *Please note that this event is held in addition to fall orientation programming offered to all incoming... More

Wednesday, September 1, 2021

Welcome Back!

Welcome Back! We trust that you enjoyed a safe and healthy summer! We encourage any returning PMC students to request their accommodations using the MyPMC Portal for Fall 2021. Accommodations for Winter 2022 must be requested at the beginning of the winter term (January 2022). Before requesting accommodations through MyPMC students should: review... More

Wednesday, August 18, 2021

Don’t Forget to Register for PMC Fall Orientation

We encourage all newly-registered PMC students to attend PMC Fall Orientation* on September 2, 2021 from 1:00-3:00pm, on MS Teams. The live, virtual event will feature live presentations, a student success panel and opportunities to engage and ask questions. More information and registration is available on the PMC Fall Orientation webpage.... More

Wednesday, August 18, 2021

Fall 2021 Return to Campus

Carleton's return to on-campus activity begins on August 23, 2021. This return will be gradual and will occur in stages. It is important to stay up-to-date with what access to buildings, services, and the tunnels is available. All students should check the Carleton Covid-19 webpage regularly for updates and additional information regarding how to... More

Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Return to Campus

Carleton's return-to-campus is scheduled to begin on August 23, 2021, in anticipation of the hybrid learning model being used for the Fall 2021 term. This return to campus will be gradual and able to evolve to meet recommendations from Ottawa Public Health, Ontario Public Health and Health Canada guidelines. The PMC office in 501... More

Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Follow us on Instagram!

We're excited to join the action on Instagram! We'll be using the platform to share key dates, deadlines and university updates; content geared to supporting student success; connect students with resources available on the Carleton campus; and more! Find and follow us @CarletonPMC to be in the loop when things get started!  DISCLAIMER  Consent... More

Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Wednesday Socials

Wednesday Socials (previously Friday Socials) provide a great opportunity and safe space to connect with your peers and discuss a range of interesting and unique topics. Socials are facilitated by students for students and supported by staff members from CDAC and PMC. Schedule of themes, information about meeting guidelines, and registration... More

Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Financial Aid for Incoming Students

The PMC encourages all incoming students to review their options for financial aid support.  Information about awards available to Carleton students with disabilities, overseen by the PMC, are available on the PMC's Financial Aid webpage. Awards available to new/incoming students with disabilities include, but are not necessarily limited to: IODE... More

Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Registration is OPEN for PMC Fall Orientation

All new PMC-registered students are encouraged to join us for  PMC Fall Orientation*, which will feature live presentations, a student success panel and opportunities to engage and ask questions. When and Where: September 2, 2021 from 1:00-3:00pm, on MS Teams. More information and registration is available on the PMC Fall Orientation webpage.... More

Monday, June 7, 2021

Study Pod Support for Thesis and Independent Project Work

We have added a new Study Pod option specifically for students working on a thesis or independent project! Wednesday mornings from 10am-12pm during June and July; Open to graduate and undergraduate students. These sessions are designed to provide a space for accountability for work/projects without traditional deadlines as well as an opportunity... More

Wednesday, June 2, 2021

30 Years of PMC

The PMC celebrated a 30-year milestone at the beginning of 2020, planning to mark the occasion with a documentary that would bring together PMC students and alumni to share their experiences in both education and life. The Covid-19 pandemic delayed production, but "Love Made Visible - 30 Years of PMC" is ready to be... More

Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Reminder to Request Accommodations

The PMC would like to remind any students who have not yet requested their accommodations for the current academic term to do so as soon as possible. Online-learning models mean that it is increasingly important to ensure that accommodation requests are made with sufficient time for arrangements to be made. We encourage any returning... More

Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Spring/Summer Study Pods

Monday through Friday, PMC hosts virtual, hour-long study sessions called Study Pods to simulate library, coffee shop and other on-campus study spots. Stay accountable to yourself and others in a friendly setting. This term, there will be two options to choose from during the study pods, to tailor the time to your study and... More

Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Friday Socials are Back!

Join your peers for some well-deserved social connection on Zoom. Friday Socials for the spring/summer term(s) start on May 21 through August 13, every Friday from 3-4pm. The schedule for upcoming socials is available on the Friday Socials webpage. The Friday Socials Team looks forward to talking with new and returning students who want... More

Monday, May 3, 2021

ACT to Employ: Summer Jobs Available

There are still a handful of great employment opportunities open for students registered with ACT to Employ, for the summer. Details are available on my Success (via Carleton Central). Please note that students must be registered with ACT to Employ in order to apply for these positions. If you would like to register, please... More

Friday, April 23, 2021

Call for Student Feedback

The Fall 2021 academic term will look very different from previous terms. Carleton plans to operate under a hybrid model, providing in-person and online options to students. New course modalities like hyflex and cohorts will also be introduced. Carleton understands that with all this new terminology it is important that all relevant information be... More

Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Exam Season Support

Exam season can pose new and unique challenges for any student. Make sure that you know what resources are available to you during this time. Exam Mental Health and Well-Being Support The Carleton Current Students Page has compiled an overview of mental health and well-being supports available, and how to access them. (Online) Exam... More

Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Final Study Pod Session

Study Pod sessions end on April 23. Don't miss the opportunity to take part in this virtual space, on Zoom, designed to simulate the environment of working in the library, a coffee shop or other spaces on-campus. These sessions are a safe, friendly setting where you can stay accountable to yourself and others, facilitated by... More

Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Don’t forget to register for spring/summer courses!

Registration for the spring/summer term is open. Students who are planning to register are encouraged to do so as soon as possible. For information about spring/summer key dates and deadlines please refer to the Dates and Deadlines page on the Awards Office... More

Friday, April 16, 2021

How can we better serve our students?

Carleton University, the President (Dr. Benoit-Antoine Bacon) and Board of Governors have focused on a central strategic initiative to renew its commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). The Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities (PMC), following directives from Carleton leadership, is seeking to evaluate our services, with... More

Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Stay Informed with the Current Students Page

All students are encourage to check the Carleton Current Students Page on a regular basis. The page is updated regularly and is a great source for reliable information. find the latest news from around campus; check out upcoming events; read recent blog posts from students; and much... More

Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Last Friday Social of the Winter 2021 Term

The last Friday Social for this term is all about games! Video games, board games and card games are all fun ways to test your skills and have some ‘friendly’ competition with other people. To celebrate the end of the semester we are going to take a break from thinking about finals and talk... More

Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Connect with PMC Study Pods

Study Pods launched on March 29 and offer a virtual space, on Zoom, designed to simulate the environment of working in the library, a coffee shop or other spaces on-campus. These sessions are a safe, friendly setting where you can stay accountable to yourself and others, facilitated by PMC staff. In addition to the... More

Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Exam Resources and FAQs

In preparation for the upcoming exam period, the PMC has compiled some tips, tricks and resources to help you set-up your study space, maintain boundaries, and make it through this period as smoothly and successfully as possible. Reset Your Space In the same way that you would find a quiet, distraction-free space on campus... More

Wednesday, March 24, 2021

Study Strategies Learning Module

The PMC online Study Strategies module has launched! This module, designed by PMC coordinators and learning strategists, is structured to help students develop strategies for: multiple-choice, short answer, essay, and equation-based test questions; staying on task and studying more efficiently; building memory strategies to help information recall... More

Tuesday, March 23, 2021

Need a Study Buddy?

The PMC will host "study pods," virtual, hour-long study sessions on Zoom designed to simulate the environment of working in the library, a coffee shop or other spaces on-campus. These sessions are a safe, friendly setting where you can stay accountable to yourself and others, facilitated by PMC staff. Study pods begin on Monday,... More

Wednesday, March 10, 2021

Check-In with Yourself

PMC encourages all registered students to use the Self Awareness Exercise to monitor both academic and mental-health wellbeing. This exercise will prompt students to consider the following questions, among others: Are you managing academic demands? Have you been keeping up with deadlines, quizzes and readings? Are you managing academic stress? Are... More

Wednesday, March 10, 2021

What are “Friday Socials?”

Friday Socials are designed by students for students, to help create and support connection during a time of isolation. When: every Friday until April 9, from 3 to 4pm. Where: Zoom For What: student volunteers lead informal discussions on topics such as podcasts/audiobooks, creative writing, art, meditation and time-management. To learn more about... More

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