Tuesday, September 22, 2020

Carleton Pathways Podcast – Career Transitions

Switching programs mid-degree might sound scary, but the transition can help you find your passion. From working in Carleton’s own undergraduate recruitment offices to managing postsecondary recruitment all across Ontario, alumna Patricia Eddu demonstrates how hard work and dedication pays off. Today, Patricia offers her wise insight to students... More

Tuesday, September 22, 2020

Athletics Fee Rebate

Carleton’s athletics facilities including the fitness centre, swimming pool and fitness classes, have reopened as of Tuesday, September 8, 2020. To ensure safety, students, faculty, staff and members of the community are now required to book a time slot for their workout. Additionally, free virtual fitness classes and events will be available... More

Tuesday, September 22, 2020

Ravens Intramurals are Back at Carleton

With so many changes and uncertainties engulfing the start of the 2020-2021 school year, a staple of the Carleton student experience is officially returning this Fall: intramurals. With games beginning later this month, Carleton Athletics is offering intramural leagues in four social distance friendly sports – volleyball, soccer, ultimate... More

Friday, September 18, 2020

Explore Virtual Employment Opportunities This Fall

With the transition to online learning, Carleton University is continuing to offer a variety of virtual employment opportunities and resources. Meet Employers & Explore Job Opportunities at Virtual Recruitment Events Explore remote work opportunities and meet employers at virtual recruitment events! Many organizations have moved their... More

Friday, September 18, 2020

I Love Science Week at Carleton

Welcome to I Love Science Week! All week, the Carleton Science Society (SciSoc) will be showcasing different science societies by having a joint Instagram live! Join us to find out what makes each society unique and exciting! Saturday, September 19: Carleton University Biology Society Sunday, September 20: Food Science Student Society Monday,... More

Friday, September 18, 2020

Recovery Day Ottawa Goes Virtual

Recovery Day Ottawa (RDO) will be online this year on Friday, September 25, 2020 from 3:00pm-6:00pm via Facebook live stream. RDO is an annual event organized by the Community Addictions Peer Support Association (CAPSA) every September, in which Carleton is participating as a community partner. Addiction in general, persons with substance use... More

Friday, September 18, 2020

All People All Pathways Peer Support Meetings are Back Virtually

All People All Pathways peer support meetings are back for Carleton students and staff! They will now be virtual, through the Zoom platform. All People All Pathways is provided through continued partnership with the Community Addictions Peer Support Association (CAPSA). These meetings are facilitated by persons with lived and living experiences... More

Friday, September 18, 2020

Online Career Workshop Series for International Students

Navigating the Canadian Workplace is an online workshop series designed to support international students, and students who are newcomers, as you explore strategies for finding work and introduce you to Canadian hiring processes and workplace culture. Students in all programs and levels of study are welcome to sign up. To sign up, please register... More

Thursday, September 17, 2020

Deadline Extended for Fall Students as Partners Program Applications

Are you an undergraduate student looking to develop important academic and transferable skills? Then apply for a paid opportunity to work with a course instructor to help instructors prepare their online courses for the winter 2021 term Students as Partners Program (SaPP). Projects could include contributing to curriculum development, researching... More

Wednesday, September 16, 2020

Registration Open for Carleton Intramurals

Carleton Intramurals are exclusively for Carleton students, staff, faculty and gym members. Continue to play a sport that you already enjoy or try something new. It’s a great place for you to get fit, meet new people and have some fun. This term, Carleton Intramurals is offering: esports hockey soccer ultimate volleyball Registration is... More

Tuesday, September 15, 2020

Applications for Alumni Mentors Program Now Open

The Alumni Mentors program pairs motivated upper-year students, graduate students and recent grads with an alumni mentor. Mentors are established professionals who want to help students and recent alumni build on their career aspirations and expand their professional networks. Meet virtually on a monthly basis from October 2020 – April 2021... More

Monday, September 14, 2020

Tunnel Junction Study Space Gets Upgrade

The study space located at the tunnel junction at MacOdrum Library is being renovated. The work to modernize the space into new ad hoc study space begins on Monday, September 14 and is expected to be complete by the end of December. This is part of a multi-phase plan to renew and upgrade student... More

Monday, September 14, 2020

Ravens Martial Arts Instructors Kicking it up Online

Martial Arts has taken a radical left turn since the start of COVID-19, but Samantha and Martin Fransham have been more than up to the challenge of migrating their Kickboxing & Muay Thai class to an online world. Their class is one of many that are free to access for Carleton Students this Fall.... More

Monday, September 14, 2020

Group Fitness Classes Access at No Extra Cost for Carleton Students

Get ready to blast your muscles, tone and define or bust some dance moves. Our virtual and in-person group fitness classes will get you in great shape, our instructors will teach you how to move well and get the most out of your training and the group will motivate you to do better than... More

Monday, September 14, 2020

Strategic Integrated Plan Launch Event

September 14, 2020 Hi everyone, I hope your fall term is off to a good start! I am writing today to invite our community to the Strategic Integrated Plan (SIP) Launch event, to be held virtually on September 30. Please join us as we celebrate this important milestone! Inspired by our beautiful location, history... More

Monday, September 14, 2020

Add Your Voice to Carleton’s Draft EDI Action Plan

Be part of exciting change! Carleton is developing an institutional Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Action Plan and invites you to review and comment on the draft recommendations before they are finalized. Provide feedback online or participate in a Town Hall on Tuesday, September 22 or Wednesday, October 14, 2020. Tri-Council research... More

Sunday, September 13, 2020

Residence Student Self-Isolating after Testing Positive for COVID-19

To All Members of the Carleton Community, We have been made aware that a student in residence tested positive for COVID-19. This is not an instance of community transfer and the individual is self-isolating as required. We are in consultation with Ottawa Public Health and are taking every precaution to ensure the health and safety of all... More

Friday, September 11, 2020

September Sustainability Events

Carleton University has a strong commitment to embedding continuous environmental and sustainable improvement into our operations. With this collection of sustainability events for the month of September, students are encouraged to support the campus initiative for environmental protection! Cleaning the Capital – September 15 – October 15... More

Friday, September 11, 2020

Review your Audit and Academic Status Report

Your audit is your ‘road map’ to academic success. It tells you the courses you are required to take in order to complete your degree at Carleton. Understanding both your audit and Academic Status Report (ASR) will help your journey to success! Your Academic Audit An audit is your tailor-made map to navigating through... More

Friday, September 11, 2020

Cleaning the Capital Event

Register now to join in with the Carleton community to clean up your neighbourhood, park or street. The GLAD cleaning the capital campaign is a city-wide campaign that occurs in the spring and fall of every year. From Tuesday, September 15 to Thursday, October 15, 2020, residents come together as a community to combine... More

Friday, September 11, 2020

November Graduation

Those of you who applied for November Graduation will receive an application acknowledgement email message from the Registrar’s Office shortly. This email lists all the information on file for you concerning your graduation, such as your full name and your degree program. If any of the information listed within the email is incorrect, please... More

Friday, September 11, 2020

Understanding Financial and Academic Withdrawals

Make sure that you are aware of the separate deadlines for Financial and Academic withdrawal! Making registration decisions in Carleton Central involves making a financial and academic commitment for the courses you choose, regardless of attendance. If you do not attend, you must withdraw in Carleton Central within the published deadlines to... More

Friday, September 11, 2020

Are you Planning to Graduate in February or June?

If you plan to complete your degree by the end of the Fall or the Winter term, you should double check your Degree Audit Report after you have registered in all your courses. Your audit should contain the following notation: ALL REQUIREMENTS MET – IN-PROGRESS COURSES USED Should your audit not have this notation,... More

Thursday, September 10, 2020

Stay Connected: Check your Carleton Email

Remember to check your Carleton “cmail” account regularly. Carleton uses this email address as the official means of contacting you throughout the academic year.  Please visit the Information Technology Services Website for more information on how to set-up your email.  The post Stay Connected: Check your Carleton Email appeared first on... More

Thursday, September 10, 2020

ITS Service Desk Customer Portal

In addition to traditional contact methods like phone or email, ITS is happy to announce a new tool available to our clients that we hope will improve your ITS engagement experience.  Effective immediately, all Carleton staff, faculty and students can now log onto our Jira Service Desk Customer Portal. Once logged in, you can... More

Wednesday, September 9, 2020

Message from the President – Wishing Everyone A Great Fall Term!

September 9, 2020  Good morning everyone, Today is a big day as our fall term gets underway. Fall Orientation is in full swing and, after months of preparation, instructors and students will be connecting online on a large scale. To all our new and returning Ravens: Have a great first day of class! Among the... More

Wednesday, September 9, 2020

Hog’s Back Bridge Update

The National Capital Commission (NCC) has announced that the opening of the Hog’s Back Swing Bridge (between Hog’s Back and Prince of Wales Dr.) is delayed until Oct. 1 due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and the effects on the construction industry. In addition, Parks Canada is continuing its work on the... More

Wednesday, September 9, 2020

OC Transpo Bus Service on Campus

As of Sept. 9, all OC Transpo buses coming onto Carleton’s campus will resume the regular route around campus with stops on Campus Ave. (in front of MintoCASE) and University Dr. at the Athletics complex. In October, the OC Transpo bus route on campus will be adjusted with the anticipated completion of the extension... More

Wednesday, September 9, 2020

Important COVID-19 Information for Students: Fall 2020

Dear Students, As we begin the new term, we have launched a new centralized COVID-19 website for faculty, staff and students. The website groups all the documents and information that pertain to how Carleton University is continuing to navigate the ongoing public health crisis. Over the summer, we also updated a number of policies and... More

Wednesday, September 9, 2020

The Athletics Facilities are Opening!

After a long summer, the Fitness Centre, Swimming Pool and Fitness Classes at Carleton Athletics will reopen on Tuesday, September 8, 2020. In preparation to welcome back students, there will be several COVID-19 safety measures in place upon opening – one of which will be the need to book into the Fitness Centre, CUFit... More

Wednesday, September 9, 2020

Message to New and Returning Post-Secondary Students from Dr. Vera Etches, Ottawa’s Medical Officer of Health

Dear new and returning students, On behalf of Ottawa Public Health (OPH), welcome to what we all know is going to be a unique school experience. COVID-19 has required some significant shifts in the way we live our lives, and we need to continue to rely on the collective efforts of our neighbours, partners,... More

Wednesday, September 9, 2020

Online Learning Webinar: Get Ready for Your Online Courses

Together, the Centre for Student Academic Support (CSAS) and Carleton Online are hosting webinars on tips and resources to help you succeed in your online courses. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask your questions about online learning. Upcoming webinars are scheduled for: Monday, September 14, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm EDT Thursday,... More

Wednesday, September 9, 2020

Introducing the New Carleton Wellness Social Media Accounts!

As a university student, your wellness is a priority. That’s why new Carleton Wellness social media has been created to provide information and tips, and to help you stay connected to initiatives and resources that are available to you. Follow @CarletonWellness on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date on student wellness initiatives... More

Tuesday, September 8, 2020

Campus Activity Board Events are Back!

The Campus Activity Board (CAB) returns with a full lineup of events for students to enjoy throughout the fall semester. Be sure to check out the Global Dance Party: Belly Dancing on Tuesday, September 22, Bob Ross Paint Night on Wednesday, September 23, and Throwback Epic Bingo on September, Monday 28, 2020. All events... More

Friday, September 4, 2020

Supporting Your Mental Health and Well-Being

Whether you call Ottawa home, you’re currently living across Canada or even around the world, the Mental Health and Well-Being website has been updated to provide you with a directory of support services and resources to help you prioritize your mental health and find the help you need. For even more mental health and... More

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