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Parents newsletter - April 2024
As the term ends, students can expect to encounter some of the same challenges they faced at the end of the fall term. Unlike the last major exam period, all your student’s exams will be finals. Finals often account for a significant portion of your student’s grade. Personal and social obligations combined with academic pressures could leave your student feeling fatigued, stressed and behind where they would like to be. But they’re not alone – Carleton has great resources to help your student through this challenging time.
Important Dates and Deadlines
Wednesday, April 10, 2024: Last day of full winter, late winter and fall/winter term classes. Classes follow a Friday schedule.
Friday, April 13 to Thursday, April 25, 2024: Final examinations in full winter, late winter and fall/winter term courses will be held.
Thursday, April 25, 2024: Summer term payment deadline.
Carleton Mobile App Update: Version 1.1
Carleton Mobile has been updated to version 1.1, with a new Student Experience Questionnaire feature and general performance updates. Full details on the update are available on the Carleton Mobile news and release updates page.
Solar Eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024
On Monday, April 8, 2024, Ottawa is expected to experience a partial solar eclipse. If the eclipse is viewed directly without appropriate eye protection, the resulting exposure can damage the eye. For more information on protecting yourself and your student, visit the Environmental Health and Safety solar eclipse safety page.
Student Experience Questionnaires Now Available
Student Experience Questionnaires are available until to Wednesday, April 10, 2024.
Students can complete their questionnaire through the link in their Carleton email, in the Carleton Mobile app or in Carleton360 (log in through the Current Students website) or visit the Student Experience Questionnaire website.
End of Winter Term Resources
As the end of the winter term approaches and the exam period draws near, there are many resources available to help your student academically and beyond. Please know the Carleton community is here to support your student. Please encourage your student to use the resources available and to reach out to their friends and the Carleton network for support.
Too Good to Be True? How to Spot a Fraudulent Job Posting or Recruitment Effort
Is this job a scam? Is it too good to be true? The answer in most cases is yes. If someone wants to hire your student right away and send them money for doing nothing, then it’s a scam.
Familiarize your student with these 10 warning signs to protect them from fraudulent practices when job hunting.
Non-Credit Student Success Certificate
Is your student looking for an opportunity to build their co-curricular record (CCR) this term? They can complete the Non-Credit Student Success Certificate! In order to be eligible, students must complete three designated online workshops via Brightspace before the end of April. Please visit the Centre for Student Academic Support (CSAS) website for more information.
Umoja Black Community Builder Award
The Umoja Black Community Builder Award is intended to support the academic endeavours of African, Caribbean and Black (ACB) students at Carleton University in financial need. This award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding dedication, leadership and initiative in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for Black students at Carleton and beyond. The application deadline is Sunday, April 14, 2024.
Summer Term Registration Open
Registration for the summer session is now open for all students. The summer session is a great time for your student to catch up or get ahead on their studies.
Getting Ready for Fall/Winter 2024-2025
As we head into the end of term, it’s a good time to ensure your student is ready for registration in the fall. Some things to consider in advance of registration include: Changes of Program Elements (COPE), government funding applications, registration status and year level, account balance and class schedule.
It’s almost time for your student to plan their 2024-2025 academic year! The fall/winter 2024-2025 class schedule and registration course planning tool will be available in Carleton Central (access by logging into Carleton360) on Monday, May 27, 2024. Registration begins on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, for returning students. Your student’s exact time-ticket will be available on Carleton Central approximately one week preceding the registration time period.
Registration will remain open until the posted deadlines. The Student Registration Assistance team will be available to assist students with registration throughout the summer, both in-person and via email and phone, beginning Wednesday, May 22, 2024.
Celebrating Convocation with the Class of 2024
Carleton University will celebrate the accomplishments of 2024 graduates with in-person convocation ceremonies from Monday, June 17 to Friday, June 21, 2024.
Information on what your student should to do before their Convocation ceremony, including checking their student account and their diploma details are also available on the Convocation website.
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