Inside Senate February 27, 2026
The Carleton University Senate met in person on February 27, 2026. Here are some highlights from the meeting:
Over 1,300 Carleton Degrees Approved
Senate has approved the graduation of 811 undergraduate students and 576 graduate students for Winter 2026 graduation. The university congratulates all successful graduates and looks forward to celebrating their achievements at this year’s Spring Convocation in June 2026.
Efficiency and Accountability Fund (EAF) Review Update (Provost)
The Provost provided an update on the EAF Review and Implementation process. The presentation outlined key opportunities in cost-saving, revenue generation and non-financial efficiency, and outlined the effect some of these opportunities might have, given different budget scenarios. The report underscored the need for continuing efforts to address the structural deficit. The Provost also used the opportunity to provide highlights on the recent provincial government funding announcement and what it means for Carleton.
Senate Executive Committee Terms of Reference Revised
Senate approved revised Terms of Reference for the Senate Executive Committee. Changes include a new responsibility for reviewing the Senate Question Period submissions, and the incorporation of two empowering motions as regular duties of the committee.
Senate Receives Benchmarking Study
Senate received a targeted benchmarking study of governance practices at universities across Canada, specifically focused on who serves as the Chair of Senate. The study highlighted the range of practices nationally, the logistical and governance considerations associated with alternative models, and the advantages and challenges experienced at institutions with elected faculty in the role of Senate Chair.
Senate Receives Library Report
Senate received its first annual Library Report, highlighting ongoing service improvements, resource stewardship, and support for research and teaching across the university. The Report noted strong overall performance and steady demand for core services, with survey results showing high satisfaction in service delivery and information resources, alongside continued pressure for more group and quiet study space. The report also cited space improvements, an Innovation Award for MacOdrum Library from the Buildings Without Barriers Challenge, and consistently strong satisfaction ratings in national student surveys.
Senate Spotlight: David Mendeloff
David Mendeloff is Associate Dean (Faculty Affairs) in the Faculty of Public & Global Affairs, and an Associate Professor in the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs (NPSIA). He previously served as Interim Director of the Arthur Kroeger College of Public Affairs from 2024-25, Associate Dean (Academic) from 2018-2023, and Director of NPSIA’s Centre for Security and Defence Studies (CSDS) from 2006-15. David is also the current Secretary for the Faculty of Public & Global Affairs Faculty Board.
David’s research focuses on theory and practice of international and transitional justice, and accountability mechanisms. He is a specialist in the politics of accountability for wartime atrocity and the impact of international criminal justice on wartime civilian violence, war termination, and post-war state-building. At NPSIA, he teaches courses on international conflict analysis, peacebuilding and post-conflict reconstruction, and transitional justice.
In addition to his role on Senate, David currently serves as the Chair of the Senate Committee on Curriculum Admissions and Studies Policy and sits on the Senate Academic Governance Committee and the Senate Quality Assurance and Planning Committee.