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State of the Raven - May 20 to June 1, 2025

Safer Substance Use in the Summer

Planning ahead and following the low-risk guidelines for cannabis and alcohol use are just a couple of ways to reduce harm and be safer during this summer’s patio and party season. Visit the Current Students website for tips on how to reduce harm and stay safe this summer.

The Mental Health and Wellness website also contains useful information on Carleton-specific and public resources for people who use substances, are questioning their substance use and have a substance use disorder.

 

Important Dates

Saturday, May 31, 2025: Last day to withdraw from full summer courses with a full fee adjustment (financial withdrawal).

Sunday, June 1, 2025: Last day for academic withdrawal from early summer courses.

Sunday, June 1, 2025: Last day to request formal examination accommodation for June exams to the Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities.

 
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Health and Counselling Services Available All Summer

Health and Counselling Services remains open all summer for students seeking medical care.

Now is a good time to check your vaccination status to ensure you are up-to-date, especially given the current measles outbreak.

 

Deferred Winter Term Examinations

Full winter, late winter and fall/winter deferred final examinations are scheduled until Wednesday, May 28, 2025. The deferred exam schedule is available on the Scheduling and Examination Services website, in the Carleton Mobile app and in your Carleton360 account. For academic support resources, exam day information and wellness services, visit the Current Students website. We wish you the best of luck on your exams!

 

Student Registration Assistance Team

Need help planning your timetable? The Student Registration Assistance (SRA) team is available from Thursday, May 22, 2025 to Tuesday, September 16, 2025. The SRA team can help you build a conflict free timetable, navigate Carleton Central and provide general registration assistance. You can contact the SRA team via phone at 613-520-3500, email registrar@carleton.ca or visit the Registrar’s Office on the third floor of Tory Building.

Fall/winter course registration opens on Tuesday, July 8 to Friday, July 11, 2025, based on pre-assigned timetickets. Your exact timeticket will be available on Carleton Central on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.

 
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5 Common Ways AI is Misused in the Job Hunt (and How to Do It Better)

Career Services highlights common ways AI is misused in job searching and applications, and how to improve your approach.

 

Celebrating Asian Heritage Month

During Asian Heritage Month this May, Carleton is reflecting on and celebrating the diverse contributions of Asian Canadians.

Visit the Carleton Newsroom website to see how Carleton is highlighting and celebrating the stories, research contributions and impact made by people of Asian descent at Carleton.

 

Updated Process for Identifying Your Chosen Name

You can now specify your chosen first name through Carleton’s updated Chosen Name process in Carleton Central. This means your chosen first name will automatically appear in systems and communications platforms across the university. Your legal name will only appear where legally required—such as on tax documents and official transcripts. If you’ve already submitted a chosen name, no action is required.

MeWeRTH’s Reading for Well-Being Book Club

Stay connected this summer by joining the Mental Health and Well-being Research and Training Hub’s (MeWeRTH) Reading for Well-Being Book Club. Each month Professor Pozzulo selects an evidence-based book, known as Professor Pozzulo’s Picks, for well-being and self-improvement. Sign up for the book club and receive a monthly newsletter with Professor Pozzulo’s book pick, review and access to an electronic discussion board to post comments about the book.

 

Upcoming events

Tuesday, May 27, 2025
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Future Learning Lab Virtual Reality Drop-In Session

 
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