Student Life
This section of our website holds important links, information, news, events, and resources for students in the School of Linguistics and Language Studies (SLaLS).
Forms and Resources
Browse through our undergraduate and graduate student forms and resources.
Student Groups
Meet our undergraduate and graduate student groups, CATL and SALaDS!
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Learn more about upcoming conferences, workshops, research and internship opportunities, and more.
Registration for Fall 2026 and Winter 2027
Register for Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 courses through Carleton Central.
Upcoming Student Events
We host a variety of events and are fortunate to have two active student groups, CATL and SALaDS, who plan engaging events throughout the year.
Multi Day
Convocation for the Class of 2026
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June 8 to 12
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Field House, Carleton University
Jun 18
Ottawa Grad Career Fair
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10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
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Nepean Sportsplex , Ottawa , ON
Multi Day
Virtual and On-Campus Registration Information Sessions
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June 3 to 26
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Hybrid Event
SLaLS Student News
Keep up with the latest student stories and achievements, and stay in-the-know about current updates and opportunities.
Kiara Gibbs-Cawker Selected for Prestigious National Pathy Foundation Fellowship
Congratulations to Kiara Gibbs-Cawker on her selection for the 2026–27 Pathy Foundation Fellowship, one of Canada’s top leadership fellowships for graduating students. Each year, fewer …
Special Topics in 2026-2027
We are excited to offer a number of special topics courses in 2026-2027. Read more about these courses below.
Mohammad Reza Montazeri Published in the Journal of Higher Education Policy and Leadership Studies
Congratulations to PhD student Mohammad Reza Montazeri, who has recently published a book review in the Journal of Higher Education Policy and Leadership Studies. Mohammad …
Herzlichen Glückwunsch zum Goethe-Zertifikat A2
Congratulations to those Carleton students who wrote the Goethe‑Zertifikat A2 exam in April. Results are in and everyone who wrote – almost half of this year’s …
Students from Carleton’s German Program Visit Embassy
Invited visits to the German Embassy in Ottawa are a long-standing and valued tradition at Carleton, and this year students past and present, along with …
Video Drop: Linguavision 2026
We know you’ve been waiting, now it’s finally here. Check out the video from this year’s Linguavision 2026!
Applied Linguistics and Discourse Studies at Carleton | Emily’s Story
Linguistics at Carleton | Jasmine’s Story
Other Helpful Links
Faculty Research Areas, Labs, Centres, and Units
Learn more about the exciting research taking place in the School of Linguistics and Language Studies.
Experiential Learning Opportunities
We offer placements in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) and in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL).
Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (CTESL)
The CTESL can be completed concurrently with an Honours degree or can be taken as a post-degree certificate.
Modern Languages
learn more about the language courses we offer. Minors in select languages are open to undergraduate degree students.
SLaLS Faculty Members
We are fortunate to have a dedicated group of faculty members and contract instructors.
SLaLS Alumni
Browse our alumni profiles to learn more about what you can do with your degree.