Live Feed: Posts Wednesday, October 28, 2020Assistive Technologies to ExploreNew and innovative resources to streamline the current online learning environment are continuously being developed and made available to students. The PMC Coordinators and Assistive Technologists have compiled a list of assistive technologies, apps, and browser extensions which they hope might help students to focus on their readings and work... MoreWednesday, October 28, 2020PMC Student Newsletter Feedback: Have Your Say!We are looking for student input about the PMC Student Newsletter: what you like, what you don't like, what you'd like to see more of. We'll be using all of the feedback we collect to help shape what the newsletter will look like in upcoming terms. Fill out the form to have your... MoreTuesday, October 27, 2020Weekly Social Support MeetingsCDAC and PMC are excited to bring a weekly social support forum to Carleton students with disabilities. This is a safe place to connect in times of isolation. Join at any time, and participate as you wish with your camera on or off. Every Friday from 3 - 4 pm, starting on November 6... MoreTuesday, October 27, 2020Covid-19 Regulations, Recommendations, InformationThe PMC would like to remind students to ensure that the information you read and share online comes from credible sources. The Carleton University Covid-19 webpage is regularly updated with information about on-campus, online and other Carleton-related activity. More general sources for information include Ottawa Public Health, the Ontario... MoreTuesday, October 27, 2020E-Proctoring Information and ResourcesSome professors and departments have opted to use e-proctoring options during upcoming exams. The use of these options will not impact any student's ability to receive accommodations. It may impact how students interact with the exam itself, software platforms, or the like. Scheduling and Examination Services has published an e-proctoring webpage... MoreTuesday, October 27, 2020Deadline to Request AccommodationsIf students have not yet requested their accommodations and have not yet had Letters of Accommodation issued, the deadline to request accommodations for the December exam period is November 13, 2020. Please be aware that requests for accommodation made after the November 13, 2020 deadline cannot be guaranteed to be... MoreThursday, October 15, 2020Student Life This YearStudent life looks a little different this year and staying informed is more important than ever. Carleton's Quote the Raven and Pathway Podcast are great places to go for stories, updates and more about life as a student, right now and moving forward. Student Blog: Quote the Raven If you haven't already, check out... MoreTuesday, October 13, 2020Upcoming Events and Ways to Connect During Covid-19The Student Experience Office (SEO) is working hard to make sure that there are options available to all students to get connected, and stay connected with the Carleton community. The Campus Activity Board (CAB) provides innovative and engaging programming to all Carleton students, and is led by students who plan, promote, execute, and evaluate... MoreWednesday, October 7, 2020Looking for a Job? Consider ACT to EmployARE YOU LOOKING FOR A JOB? Contact ACT to Employ for assistance today. There is still funding available for placements in Fall 2020 and Winter 2021! What is ACT to Employ? ACT to Employ supports Carleton students with disabilities in finding paid experiential learning placements on campus while they obtain their degree As... MoreWednesday, September 30, 2020MORE for New PMC StudentsMeta-cognition, Outcomes, Resilience and Education (MORE) is a pilot program for new PMC-registered students aimed at the improvement of academic and mental health outcomes through enhanced supports. MORE is designed to replace/phase-out the MESS program. Additional details about the pilot, instructions to receive a referral to the program, and... MoreTuesday, September 29, 2020Self-Awareness and Self-MonitoringPMC encourages all registered students to use the Self Awareness Exercise to monitor your 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... MoreTuesday, September 29, 2020Wellness Resources Available to Carleton StudentsYour postsecondary experience, at Carleton University, is made up of more than just academics. Take the time to explore and get to know all of the health and wellness resources that are made available to all Carleton students. Information about offerings, how to get started, and how to connect is made available through the... MoreMonday, September 21, 2020Are you looking for a job? ACT to Employ can helpContact ACT to Employ for assistance today! What is ACT to Employ? ACT to Employ supports Carleton students with disabilities in finding paid experiential learning placements on campus while they obtain their degree ACT to Employ students can: Find paid placements that relate to your interests, skills and experiences Access individualized support... MoreWednesday, September 16, 2020Connect with Learning StrategiesPMC is pleased to be able to offer one-on-one learning strategies (LS) support to PMC-registered students. Learning strategies support sessions are designed to help each individual student make the most of their learning style. For information or to be referred to a PMC learning strategist please speak with your PMC... MoreWednesday, September 16, 2020MyPMC Portal: Reminder to Request AccommodationsWe encourage any returning PMC students to request their accommodations using the MyPMC Portal. With the move to online-learning it is increasingly important to ensure that accommodation requests are made with sufficient time for arrangements to be made. Before requesting accommodations through MyPMC students should: Review all course outlines... MoreWednesday, September 16, 2020PMC Fall Orientation RecapOn September 2 and 3, 2020, PMC hosted the first virtual version of the annual PMC Fall Orientation event. Thank you to all who attended and interacted. For any who were not able to attend or who would like to watch the event again, the captioned recordings of the event will be made available... MoreWednesday, September 16, 2020Get MORE from CULearn with PMC’s new learning modulesPMC-registered students who participate in the MORE pilot program are able to benefit from learning modules available through CULearn. At this time, two modules have been made available: Time Management, which highlights tips for setting up your schedule; guidance in creating and prioritizing the items on your to-do lists; and strategies for... MoreTuesday, August 25, 2020MyPMC Portal for Returning StudentsThe MyPMC portal will be open for fall 2020 accommodation requests starting August 26, 2020. As of August 26th MyPMC is open for accommodation requests for fall term course for returning students.Visit the MyPMC Portal webpage for instructions to access the portal, and how to make your... MoreTuesday, August 25, 2020Emergency ProceduresThe Emergency Management Office, in collaboration with the Paul Menton Centre (PMC), Carleton Disability Awareness Centre (CDAC) and Attendant Services, has implemented a risk action plan that considers the needs of Carleton’s community with disabilities. We encourage all members of the Carleton community to review emergency procedures,... MoreTuesday, August 25, 2020Library Accessibility ServicesLibrary Accessibility Services, previously Library Services for Students with Disabilities, provides a range of services for students registered with the Paul Menton Centre as well as faculty and instructors who may require alternate formats for their courses and research. As a part of Library Accessibility Services, the New Sun Joy Maclaren... MoreWednesday, August 12, 2020Need to Connect with Your Coordinator?Need to meet with your PMC Coordinator regarding accommodations, services and/or advice about the upcoming academic term? Please contact the front desk, pmc@carleton.ca, to book a phone and/or video appointment now in order to help avoid delays during September and October. Make an appointment with your PMC Coordinator if: This is your first time... MoreWednesday, August 12, 2020Introducing MORE (Meta-cognition, Outcomes, Resilience and Education)PMC is excited to introduce the MORE pilot program! Meta-cognition, Outcomes, Resilience and Education (MORE) is a program for new PMC-registered students aimed at the improvement of academic and mental health outcomes through enhanced supports. MORE is designed to replace/phase-out the MESS program. Additional details about the pilot,... MoreTuesday, August 11, 2020Register for PMC Fall Orientation Now!PMC encourages all new PMC students to register for the PMC Fall Orientation, 2020. The event will be held remotely, via MS Teams, in adherence with all guidelines set by Ottawa Public Health, Ontario Public Health, and Health Canada. The two sessions will feature live presentations, a student success panel and opportunities for engagement... MoreTuesday, August 11, 2020Application Deadlines: Walker Wood Award and Thomas Sorensen Memorial ScholarshipWe would like to remind any students applying for the Walker Wood Award and/or the Thomas Sorensen Memorial Scholarship that the deadlines are as follows: Walker Wood Award: August 31, 2020 Thomas Sorensen Memorial Scholarship: October 15, 2020 Any applications submitted after these dates may not be eligible for consideration, Eligibility... MoreWednesday, July 29, 2020Reminder: Walker Wood Award and Thomas Sorensen Memorial Scholarship Application DeadlinesWe would like to remind any students planning to apply for the Walker Wood Award and/or the Thomas Sorensen Memorial Scholarship that the deadlines are as follows: Walker Wood Award: August 31, 2020 Thomas Sorensen Memorial Scholarship: October 15, 2020 Eligibility requirements and application instructions are available through the PMC Financial... MoreTuesday, July 28, 2020Questions? You’re covered.Navigating the process of preparing for a semester can be challenging. There are many different things to consider, and you may have questions about multiple areas and topics. For PMC-specific questions, including (but not limited to) those about accommodations, services, making changes to accommodations and services, PMC events like Fall... MoreTuesday, July 28, 2020PMC Fall Orientation 2020If you are new to Carleton, new to PMC, or just looking for a refresh and update, we invite you to register for the PMC Fall Orientation, 2020. In keeping with all guidelines set by Ottawa Public Health, Ontario Public Health, and Health Canada the event will be held remotely, using Zoom, featuring live presentations,... MoreMonday, July 13, 2020The Science of Academic SuccessWondering how to make the most of online learning? Professor Chris Motz, from the Carleton Department of Psychology, has launched a YouTube series about the Science of Academic Success. Each video discusses a different aspect of successful university-life, what the research and science has to say about the topic, and how to best apply... MoreMonday, July 13, 2020Additional Financial Support for Students with DisabilitiesCarleton University and the PMC encourage all students in need to take full advantage of the nearly $9 billion in support for post-secondary students and recent graduates announced by the Government of Canada on April 22, 2020. This support notably includes the Canada Emergency Student Benefit, and temporary changes to the Canada Summer Jobs... MoreMonday, July 13, 2020CU 1001: The Start to Student Life at CarletonNew to Carleton? We recommend that all incoming students take advantage of the CU 1001 mini-course to help foster a smooth transition. The CU 1001 program is a free online bundled mini course experience that provides new students with a focused introduction to the Carleton community and prepares you for your journey as a... MoreMonday, June 29, 2020CNIB Scholarship Application DeadlineEvery year, the CNIB Foundation's scholarship program awards multiple scholarships to students who are blind or partially-sighted in recognition of their academic aspirations and achievements. If you identify as falling into one of these categories and are pursuing a post-secondary diploma, degree, skilled trades certificate or apprenticeship... MoreThursday, June 25, 2020PMC Webinar for Incoming StudentsThe Undergraduate Admissions Office has produced and made available a series of live presentations from current staff, faculty and students speaking about the various community features, programs and resources available to all Carleton students. These webinars can be accessed on the CU At Home Webinar Series webpage. The webinar episode featuring... MoreThursday, June 25, 2020PARTICIPANTS NEEDED: Ryerson University Accessible Clothing Market ResearchA group of Ryerson University students are working on a project focused on developing accessible/adaptive clothing solutions for individuals with physical mobility needs. They are currently seeking current/recent post-secondary students in Ontario with physical mobility needs as participants. The project is interested in identifying... MoreThursday, June 25, 2020NEW STUDENTS: Book Intake Appointments NowThe Paul Menton Centre (PMC) is the designated department at Carleton University that coordinates disability services on campus. In addition to providing test, exam and classroom accommodations, PMC focuses on assisting each student to develop the skills and strategies needed for academic success. New students are encouraged to book an intake... MoreWednesday, June 24, 2020Online Learning 101: Accommodations; “Classroom” Support; Exam SupportThe PMC recognizes that the necessary shift to online-learning during Covid-19 can present and additional learning curve for students, and become an additional source of stress without proper resources and support. The PMC Coordinators have compiled a series of resources for students to help prepare for a successful learning experience during this... MorePage 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Next » Live Feed: Upcoming Events There are no upcoming events scheduled at this time. Share: Twitter, Facebook Short URL: https://carleton.ca/pmc/?p=128