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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.

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.

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Multi Day

Convocation for the Class of 2026

  • June 8 to 12
  • Field House, Carleton University

Jun 18

Ottawa Grad Career Fair

  • 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  • Nepean Sportsplex , Ottawa , ON
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Multi Day

Virtual and On-Campus Registration Information Sessions

  • June 3 to 26
  • Hybrid Event

SLaLS Student News

Keep up with the latest student stories and achievements, and stay in-the-know about current updates and opportunities.

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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!

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That’s a Wrap | 2025-2026

As Director I get to witness the many accomplishments and all that good stuff that comes out of SLaLS over the course of the year. …

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Linguavision 2026

March 31st marked the 11th year of the contest. This year, 20+ performers singing in 6 different languages for a chance to bring home a cash …

Applied Linguistics and Discourse Studies at Carleton | Emily’s Story

Linguistics at Carleton | Jasmine’s Story

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.