Senate
Senate is the university’s most senior academic body. Representing the Carleton community, Senate is comprised of over 80 members including faculty, students, alumni, senior administration and representatives from the Board of Governors.
Senate makes decisions of significant importance to students and faculty including awarding degrees and scholarships, approving new programs and revised curriculum, and establishing academic regulations.
Meeting Schedule & Materials
Schedule & materials for open sessions.
Inside Senate
High-level meeting summaries posted just days after Senate.
Academic Governance
Membership, Carleton University Act, Rules of Order, Constitutions, and more!
Open Calls for Nominations
Run for a position on Senate or one of its Standing Committees.
News
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Call for Contract Instructor Representatives to serve on Senate
The position is open to Contract Instructors at Carleton University who satisfy the following eligibility requirements: Note that retired academic staff and professional librarians who…
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Academic Integrity Policy Feedback Form
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Inside Senate June 2026
Membership Ratification The Senate ratified two appointments to the Senate, for the two Board of Governors representatives, for service beginning July 1, 2026. Ad hoc…
