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Tuesday, September 20, 2022

PMC ADHD Group Returns for the Fall Term!

By popular demand, our PMC ADHD Group will return on September 29, 2022! Join us on Thursdays from 1 - 2:30pm to learn more about ADHD and engage with your peers through engaging conversation, videos, infographics and memes. Facilitated by PMC Coordinators and Learning Strategists. The PMC ADHD Group is open to all Carleton... More

Tuesday, September 6, 2022

How to Stay Connected with the PMC

One of the best ways to stay on top of your accommodations and services is to be sure that you stay connected and up-to-date with the PMC. our PMC website and Live Feed are continually updated with new information, upcoming dates and deadline and opportunities to connect with PMC and your peers. Our Instagram... More

Tuesday, September 6, 2022

Library Accessibility Services

Library Accessibility Services (previously Transcription Services), located in the MacOdrum Library, works to provide equitable access to library resources and services. Alternative Formats Some students require alternate formats of their textbooks and course materials in order to fully participate in their courses, for disability-related reasons.... More

Tuesday, September 6, 2022

Start the Fall Term Right

This fall may be your first time or first time in a while on campus. To make the start of your fall 2022 term a positive experience, here are 5 tips to soften the landing and assist with the transition back to campus. Pick up your Campus Card and U-Pass from the Campus Card... More

Tuesday, September 6, 2022

Support, Social and Study Groups this Fall

As you settle into your routine(s) for the fall term, don't miss out on these opportunities to connect with with your peers and the PMC! We are pleased to be able to bring back some of our most popular support, social and study group offerings for this fall term, as well as some new... More

Tuesday, September 6, 2022

Requesting and Managing Your Accommodations with Ventus

During the summer term(s), we launched Ventus, a tool/platform to support students with disabilities in the management of their academic accommodations at Carleton. Once you've completed the PMC registration process, you'll use Ventus to request all of your classroom and test and exam accommodations. The PMC Team has put together a guide for... More

Tuesday, September 6, 2022

McIntyre Examination Centre (MEC) Fall Open House

The staff at the McIntyre Examination Centre (MEC) invite you to check out their two examination locations on campus during their Fall Open House. Staff will be available during these times to give you a tour of the exam sites and answer your questions. 133 University Centre (UC): Sept. 6-9; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.... More

Friday, August 26, 2022

Get to Know the PMC!

Welcome to the Paul Menton Centre at Carleton University, get to know PMC by watching our new video that introduces who we are, what we do and how we serve Carleton students with disabilities! Connect with us by email, pmc@carleton.ca, or by phone, 613-520-6608 if you'd like to register or if you have questions... More

Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Participate in the PMC’s Student Volunteer Mentorship Program

Here at the Paul Menton Centre (PMC), we know that this fall semester marks several big changes. Whether you are making the transition from high school to university, moving from online to in-person classes and/or adjusting to disability-related services at the post-secondary level, the PMC appreciates the challenges you may face. We also know... More

Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Don’t Miss PMC Ravens: Launch to Campus

PMC Ravens: Launch to Campus is the orientation event designed for students registered with the Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities (PMC). The PMC hosted the first session of Launch to Campus on August 9, and looks forward the upcoming sessions, and being able to welcome more of our students. It's not to... More

Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Requesting Accommodations for the Fall Term

The PMC recommends that all students request accommodations for fall courses prior to the start of term in order to help mediate any potential delays during September.  The fall 2022 academic term may be the first time that you have requested your accommodations using Ventus, our tool to support students with disabilities in the... More

Wednesday, July 13, 2022

PMC Ravens: Launch to Campus

PMC Ravens: Launch to Campus is the orientation event designed for students registered with the Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities (PMC). Whether you are attending university for the first time or are a returning student transitioning back to campus, this live and interactive virtual event is for you! Meet peers and PMC... More

Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Success Isn’t Linear – One graduate’s path to earning their degree through resilience and determination

Harry Bellemare graduated in June (of 2022), with a B.A. in Psychology and plans to study at St. Lawrence College starting in September. While we talked, Harry candidly confessed that “there were times that I didn’t think I was going to finish,” (his B.A in Psychology). But there is more than one path to... More

Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Awards and Bursaries for Incoming and Returning Students with Disabilities

The Paul Menton Centre (PMC) administers a number of awards, scholarships, and bursaries for incoming and returning students who identify as having a disability and are registered with the PMC. The application deadline for these awards is August 31: The Making a Difference Award is awarded on the recommendation of the Director of the Paul... More

Wednesday, July 6, 2022

Graduate Student Survey

We want to hear from you! The Paul Menton Centre (PMC) would like to learn about your experiences as a graduate student with a disability at Carleton University. The PMC intends to use this information to: Identify existing accommodations and supports for graduate students with a disability at Carleton. Identify gaps and systemic barriers... More

Wednesday, June 15, 2022

Mask Mandate Update

On June 10, 2022 Suzanne Blanchard, VP Students and Enrolment, announced that in light of the recent announcement from Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health and the evolving recommendations from Ottawa Public Health, Carleton will be pausing its mandatory mask mandate starting June 25, 2022. Please note that the COVID-19 Mask Policy... More

Wednesday, June 15, 2022

Ventus Student Portal Overview

In April, the Paul Menton Centre and the McIntyre Exam Centre announced the summer launch of VENTUS, a new tool to support students with disabilities in the management of their academic accommodations at Carleton.   We are pleased to share with you an Overview of the Student Portal and what it can do for... More

Wednesday, June 15, 2022

PMC’s Student Mentorship Volunteer Program

Here at the Paul Menton Centre, (PMC), we know that this fall semester marks several big changes. Whether you are making the transition from high school to university, moving from online to in-person classes and/or adjusting to disability-related services at the post-secondary level, the PMC appreciates the challenges you may face. We also know... More

Tuesday, June 7, 2022

Congratulations Graduates!

On behalf of all of us at the PMC: a sincere and heartfelt congratulations to all graduating students! We trust that the hard work, determination, dedication and tenacity that each of you has shown at Carleton with carry you through all of your future endeavors. The Carleton Alumni website outlines opportunities and services and... More

Tuesday, June 7, 2022

Early-Summer Exam Period Reminder

Be sure to make note of the early-summer exam period and hiatus in full-summer courses in your calendar! Exam period for early-summer courses runs June 20-26, 2022.  Full-summer courses pause June 18-26 inclusive, and resume on July 4. Late-summer courses begin on July 4. More information about key dates and deadlines on the academic... More

Monday, May 16, 2022

May 16, 2022: Dunton Tower Elevators Out of Service

As of 2:00pm on May 16, 2022 the elevators in Dunton Tower are back in normal service.   Please be advised that as of noon today, the elevators in Dunton Tower will be taken off line for repairs to the electrical infrastructure that serves the elevators. FMP is working on the issue, and will... More

Wednesday, May 11, 2022

The Dr. John Davis Burton Award is Open for Applications for the 2022 cycle

Applications are currently being accepted for the 2022 cycle of the Dr. John Davis Burton Award.  The award was created in the memory of Dr. John Davis Burton, who was a champion and advocate for persons with disabilities. He made significant contributions toward awareness, equity, and integration of persons with disabilities throughout his... More

Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Anne Stafford Bursary Applications Are Now Open

The 2022 Anne Stafford Light Up the Future Bursary is now accepting applications until Wednesday, May 25th! The Bursary is open to Ontario residents aged 18 and older who identify as having an intellectual disability and are seeking to pursue an educational program or personal interest course. Beneficiaries of the Anne Stafford Light Up... More

Monday, May 9, 2022

Reminder to Request Summer Term Accommodations

If you are registered for summer courses and have not yet requested your accommodations, please do so as soon as possible. We encourage any returning PMC students to request their accommodations using the MyPMC Portal. After the Letter of Accommodation (LoA) has been emailed to professors: Review each LoA carefully and contact your PMC... More

Monday, May 9, 2022

Summer Support, Social and Study Groups

To support students keeping connected through the summer term(s), we'll be offering a couple of our usual social, support and study groups through the upcoming months! Academic Strategies and Support Group: Keeping up with Summer Courses In an open discussion, the virtual Academic Strategies and Support Group will offer academic support throughout... More

Wednesday, April 6, 2022

Department Renovation and Operations April 11-15, 2022

Our floors are being redone next week; April 11-15, 2022! During this time, we will be operating on-campus out of UC512 (around the corner from the elevator, down the hall from out usual location), with a small number of staff on-site. All of our usual operations will continue online during this time, and will... More

Wednesday, April 6, 2022

In-Person Exam FAQs

In efforts to ensure that the upcoming exam period is a smooth experience for all of our students, PMC Coordinators have compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about in-person exams and what to expect.  Take a few minutes to review this information to help ensure that you are fully prepared for in-person... More

Wednesday, April 6, 2022

Exam Accommodation Information

The general April exam schedule is available on the Carleton Exam Schedule page of the Scheduling and Examination Services website. The exam schedule for your individual courses can be accessed on Carleton Central, via Carleton 360. Please note that this schedule does not reflect accommodations at this time. If you are writing exams with... More

Monday, April 4, 2022

PMC Study Buddy Program Update

Does social engagement motivate your learning? Do you process information through explaining it aloud? Are you interested in collaborative forms of studying? The Paul Menton Centre’s Study Buddy Program connects students in the same class(es) or program(s) to hash-over course materials and prepare for upcoming assignments, tests and exams.... More

Monday, April 4, 2022

A new way to manage your PMC accommodations and exam bookings with MEC!

The Paul Menton Centre and the McIntyre Exam Centre are pleased to announce the summer 2022 launch of Ventus, a new tool to support students with disabilities in the management of their academic accommodations at Carleton!  The new Ventus Student Portal will allow you to manage your accommodation requests, keep track of your tests... More

Wednesday, March 9, 2022

Empowering Students Through Volunteerism – Celebrating the 2021-2022 Janice Elliott Student Service Bursary

It is our distinct pleasure to announce the 2021-2022 recipient of the Janice Elliott Student Service Bursary, Erica Pierre-Pierre. While at Carleton, Erica has supported upwards of 20 courses as a PMC Volunteer Notetaker. Beyond her volunteering, Erica also maintains a firm connection with the Carleton Community having worked at both the Campus... More

Wednesday, March 9, 2022

Spring/Summer Term Registration

Registration for the spring/summer 2022 term(s) opens on March 24, 2022. The class schedule for the spring/summer 2022 term(s) is available via Carleton Central, which can be accessed via Carleton360. For more information about the spring/summer 2022 term(s), please visit Carleton's Summer Studies... More

Wednesday, March 9, 2022

Looking for Study Tips?

As we move towards the end of the winter term, final assignments, and exam season, the PMC encourages all of our students to consider taking some time to check out the PMC MORE Modules, on Brightspace. The MORE (Metacognition, Outcomes, Resiliency, and Engagement) Modules have strategies and supports you can use to help mitigate... More

Wednesday, March 9, 2022

Final Exam Accommodation Requests

The deadline to request exam accommodations for the winter 2022 term is March 16, 2022.  Please note that any exam accommodation requests submitted after the deadline must be submitted through your PMC Coordinator, and may not be possible to fill. Exam accommodations should be requested through the MyPMC portal. If you need to book... More

Thursday, February 24, 2022

New in Athletics: Adaptive Boccia

Boccia is an adaptive sport that can be played by anyone. It is an easy sport to pick-up, but quickly builds intensity and complexity as you develop in the sport. Unique to boccia is it’s adaptive rules that allow players of all abilities to participate in the sport. Played in 6 ends, players propel... More

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