TheGraduate@Carleton

Jan. 16, 2025 Edition

Graduate Student News

Registration Reminder
Jan. 17 is the last day for registration and course changes (including auditing) in full winter and late winter courses.

Planning to Graduate in Winter 2025?
Graduate students who have not electronically submitted their final thesis copy to our office at Graduate Studies by Jan. 17 will not be eligible to graduate in winter 2025.

O-Train Has Resumed Operations on Campus
Train service has resumed to campus as OCTranspo launched Lines 2 & 4 on Jan. 6. Details can be found on the OC Transpo website.

Deadline Approaching: Apply to Serve on the Carleton Board of Governors!
Don't miss out on the incredible opportunity to expand your network, drive meaningful change, and build lasting leadership skills. The application deadline for Student Governor positions is Jan. 24. Apply now and take your university career to new heights!

Educational Costs
Estimating the cost of a year of study varies from student to student and depends on the program and number of credits you are registered in. Tuition and compulsory ancillary/miscellaneous fees include classes, U-Pass, academic, administrative and career support, lab and project resources, library access, athletic facilities and supplemental health plan. The Educational Costs webpage has estimated fees for each program of study at Carleton University.

Level 2 Access to Dunton Tower Temporarily Closed
Access to Dunton Tower via level 2 (at the elevator lobby), is temporarily closed for an estimated four weeks to allow for the work on that level to be completed. During this time, entering and exiting the building on that level will not be possible. Access to the elevators will only be available via the tunnel. Signage will be posted.

Campus Card Replacement Made Easy
Need a new Campus Card? You can request a replacement card online. The online system offers secure payments, quick processing and email updates. You can also access this service in the Carleton Mobile app.

Dining Services on Campus
Check the Dining Services website to stay up-to-date on all dining options on campus.

If you have any questions, please email: thegraduate@carleton.ca.
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Grammar Foundations

The Centre for Student Academic Support (CSAS) is offering Grammar Foundations, a self-paced, online program to help you improve your grammar for academic writing. The Carleton community can access the program through the CSAS Online Resources Brightspace page.

The lessons cover key grammar points used in academic writing; strategies for making your writing more varied and engaging; tips for building your academic vocabulary (e.g., Academic Word Lists, Academic Phrasebanks) and interactive exercises to practice grammar in academic writing situations

Participants will need to adjust the grammar choices they employ based on the specific writing style requirements of their respective academic disciplines.

All resources are available on CSAS Online Resources Brightspace page.

International Student Services Office

Adapting to Adventure: Embracing Culture Change Workshop
Adjusting to life in a new culture can be both exciting and challenging. Join this workshop on Jan. 24 at 1:30 p.m. to explore practical strategies to help you navigate the process of cultural adaptation with confidence. This is a safe and welcoming space to ask questions, share thoughts, and leave with valuable tools to enhance your experience as an international student.

Click here for more information and to register!

Upcoming Winter Term Deadlines

For the complete list of dates and deadlines, please bookmark and refer to the Registrar's Office website.

Jan. 10: Last day for registration and course changes (including auditing) in early winter courses.

Jan. 13: OSAP deferral deadline.

Jan. 17:

Last day for registration and course changes (including auditing) in full winter and late winter courses.
Last day to withdraw from early winter courses with a full fee adjustment (financial withdrawal).
Graduate students who have not electronically submitted their final thesis copy to the office of Graduate Studies will not be eligible to graduate in winter 2025.

Jan. 24 - Feb. 2: Full fall and late fall term deferred examinations will be held.

Jan. 31: Last day to withdraw from full winter and the winter portion of fall/winter courses with a full fee adjustment (financial withdrawal).

Career Panel on Navigating Careers in Mental Health: Insights from Employers

Are you interested in learning more about careers in the mental health field? Join Career Services and Co-operative Education for a night that combines an employer panel with networking event! This event is open to all students but targeted to those in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Health Sciences, Neuroscience, and Graduate Studies.

Each employer will have a representative from their organization speaking on the panel to share their expert knowledge on careers in the mental health field. Following the panel, employers will be available to network with students, opening doors to potential career opportunities.

Join us on Jan. 22 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Dunton Tower, Room 2017. Register today!

Research Impact Canada Award

Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Research Impact Canada Engaged Scholarship Award for Graduate Students!

This award recognizes graduate students in master’s and doctoral programs whose scholarship exemplifies meaningful engagement with the community, incorporates knowledge mobilization (KMb) principles and practices, and demonstrates a commitment to positive societal impact.

Two recipients in the master’s category will receive $2,000 each and two recipients in the doctoral category will receive $3,000 each.

Application deadline is Feb. 24, 2025.

Attention Graduate Students: Now Accepting Nominations for the 2025 Board Award!

Are you, or do you know a fellow grad student who has made a remarkable impact through volunteer work? Recognize their dedication with a nomination for Carleton's 2025 Board Award and a chance to win a $2,000 reward.

For more details and to submit your nomination, visit the Board of Governors website or contact Amanda Goth at amanda.goth@carleton.ca.

Celebrate the spirit of volunteerism in our graduate community — nominate someone exceptional today!

Deadline for submissions is March 21, 2025.

Scholarship Opportunity for Graduate Students Researching Food Insecurity

The Maple Leaf Centre for Action on Food Security is now accepting applications for their 2025-2026 Scholarship in Food Insecurity. Four $15,000 scholarships are distributed annually to support master's or PhD students who propose research to advance a better understanding of food insecurity in Canada.

Please click here for details. Proposals are due by midnight on Feb. 24, 2025.

Universities Canada: Tanaka Fund Grant

Universities Canada and The Japan Foundation are pleased to announce the launch of the 2025 competition for the Tanaka Fund Grant to Support Promising Junior Japanese Studies Scholars.

Japanese Studies is defined as a subcategory of area studies centered around social sciences and humanities research on Japan, which includes the study of language, culture, literature, politics, history, religion, economics, philosophy, film, arts, and science.

Tanaka Fund 2025 Competition

Annual value: A total of $60,000 is available through the 2025 competition.
Grant value: Grants up to a maximum of $12,000 are available.
Eligibility: master’s and doctoral level students.
Duration: A maximum of three months in Japan.
Application deadline: Jan. 31.

Program guidelines and information on the application process can be found here.

Chronic Pain Centre of Excellence for Canadian Veterans Funding Opportunities

The Chronic Pain Centre of Excellence for Canadian Veterans (CPCoE) currently has funding available in the form of Capacity Building Initiatives (CBIs) for graduate students who are conducting research in the field of chronic pain with a focus on Canadian Veterans.

There are 4 opportunities available, 2 at the doctoral level and 2 at the master's level.

Details can be found here on their website.

Application deadline is March 9.