Meetings of the Senate

Carleton University’s Senate convenes monthly throughout the academic year, from September to June. View the full schedule.

Interested in Attending an Open Session?

Non-Senators can attend the open session of meetings, subject to space availability. Interested individuals must email Kathy McKinley, Assistant University Secretary, at least 48 hours in advance. Please refer to Meeting Protocols for Virtual Observers before attending.

Meeting Materials

The Senate Office posts open session meeting materials seven days before each meeting. Minutes for open sessions are added once approved.

Past meeting materials and minutes are kept on the Senate website for up to five years:

Inside Senate Summaries

Inside Senate, a high-level meeting summary, is shared with the university community following each meeting. Inside Senate highlights key decisions and the people within Senate.