Inside Senate: October 23, 2026
The Carleton University Senate met in person on October 23, 2026. Here are some highlights from the meeting:
Fall Graduation Approvals
Senate approved the fall graduation of 460 undergraduate students and 651 graduate students, for a total of 1,111 students.
Senate also approved 36 medals and prizes for outstanding academic achievement. These included 14 graduate medals and 22 undergraduate medals.
The university congratulates all successful graduates and medalists.
Suspension of Program Admissions
Senate was informed admissions to the Bachelor of International Business program will be suspended for two admission cycles while the program undergoes review.
Program Modifications to the MBA Programs
Senate approved modifications to the MBA programs, effective Fall 2027, to streamline program requirements and provide greater flexibility for students.
Senate Approves Changes to Senate Medals Policy
Senate approved revisions to the Senate Medals Policy to modify the criteria for certain Master’s-level Senate Medals. The changes are intended to ensure students from different graduate programs are considered equitably while continuing to recognize exceptional academic achievement.
Senate Approves Appointment of new COU Academic Colleague
Senate approved the appointment of Rebecca Renfroe as the COU Academic Colleague for a three-year term beginning January 1, 2027. The COU Academic Colleague represents Carleton University within the Council of Ontario Universities. The position provides Carleton with a direct voice in conversations shaping Ontario’s post-secondary landscape.
Carleton@100 Progress Report
Project Lead Rick Colborne and Project Manager Brian Guzzo updated Senate on the progress of the Carleton@100 strategic plan. The report outlined the project’s progress since May 29, 2026, how further engagement will be conducted, and its seven consultation themes. Senate will next hear from Carleton@100 on December 11, 2026 for a Senate Consultation Session.
Motion on Academic Accommodation for Students re: November 5
Senate approved an exception to the notice of requirement in the Accommodation for Days of Action Policy in respect of the provincial Day of Action scheduled for November 5, 2026, and that students participating in the Day of Action be accommodated in accordance with the provisions of the Policy.