Campus buildings as seen from the Rideau RIver with trees changing colour for the fall.

Parents newsletter - November 2024

With the transition back into classes after the fall break, this time of year can be busy and stressful for students. Support is always available–your student can access helpful resources at Carleton.

Your student should check their calendar for important dates and deadlines for assignments, final projects, exams in December and more.

Important Dates and Deadlines

Friday, November 15, 2024: Last day for academic withdrawal from full fall and late fall courses.

Friday, November 15, 2024: Last day to request formal exam accommodations for December examinations to the Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities.

Monday, November 25, 2024: Winter payment deadline.

Fall Convocation

Fall Convocation is on Saturday, November 9, 2024. If you’re cheering on a graduate, visit the Convocation website for all you need to know about attending the ceremony or watching the livestream.

Dunton Tower past the Pride crosswalk on campus

Pride Festival

Pride Festival is a week dedicated to building community and ensuring the 2SLGBTQ+ community on campus feels welcome. This year's festival runs until Friday, November 8, 2024, with events such as Disability and Sexuality Discussion Group, Pride Yoga and Pride in Science.

Ancillary Fee Referenda

The 2024 writ of election for ancillary fee referenda has been issued. Due to overwhelming demand for the Fitness Centre, Carleton Athletics is proposing a $39/term fee to fund an expanded facility.

The Carleton Computer Science Society is proposing a $2.50/term levy for full-time undergraduate Computer Science students to support student organized Computer Science related events and services.

Your student can vote by online ballot through their cMail or the Carleton Mobile app on Tuesday, November 12 and Wednesday, November 13, 2024.

The Rideau River as seen from campus with trees changing colour for the fall

Academic Withdrawal Deadline – Friday, November 15

Although the deadline has passed for receiving a financial adjustment for withdrawing from an early fall, full fall or fall/winter course, your student may drop a course to avoid a failure or a poor grade showing up on their student record and affecting their CGPA. This is called Academic Withdrawal.

Academic Withdrawals will create no financial change to fall term fees and will result in a grade of Withdrawn (WDN) appearing on the official transcript. WDN is a permanent notation signifying no academic credit. WDN will not impact CGPA.

The Academic Withdrawal deadline for full fall and late fall courses is Friday, November 15, 2024. After this date, students will not be able to drop the course. For all academic deadlines, review the academic year calendar.

Influenza and COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics

Carleton Health Services is offering influenza and COVID-19 vaccination clinics this month:

Friday, November 8, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Friday, November 15, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Friday, November 22, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Carleton Mobile App Update: Version 1.4

An updated version of Carleton Mobile is now available to download. The new version includes a new Campus Card page with balance(s), improvements to the app feedback form and general bug fixes and performance updates. Full details on the update are available on the Carleton Mobile news and release updates page.

The Rideau Canal pathway with trees changing colour for the fall

Sexual Violence Policy Review

The Sexual Violence Policy Review is undergoing a broad and inclusive consultation process and Carleton is encouraging all students to submit feedback through our consultation website, by email or through information and feedback sessions. To see a list of all upcoming information and feedback sessions for students, visit the information and feedback sessions website.

Specialized Counselling Services Available

Carleton offers a variety of specialized counsellors to support your student through their journey at Carleton, including specialists in Indigenous, 2SLGBTQ+, sexual assault and trauma, racialized and international counselling. Students who wish to connect with a specific counsellor can make a request when booking an appointment, or they can book the next available appointment and connect with a specialized counsellor at a later appointment.

An asphalt pathway on campus lined by small trees. The ARISE Building is visible in the distance.

Coordinated Accessibility Strategy Renewal

Carleton University is renewing its Coordinated Accessibility Strategy and students are encouraged to share their insights to help shape the future of accessibility at Carleton. Your student can participate by providing feedback through an anonymous online feedback form, attending an open consultation session or requesting a closed session by emailing the Accessibility Strategy team.

A grey brick pathway in the academic quad leading to Tory Building

Career and Networking Fair for Women in STEM

The Women in STEM Career and Networking Fair on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. is an in-person event hosted on campus every fall for female students in STEM who want to establish and grow their professional network. Students will have the opportunity to speak to representatives who work at leading engineering and IT organizations. Participants will learn about the attending organizations, future employment opportunities and how to establish employability skills.

Networking Tips for TECHworking

Is your student heading to TECHworking on Thursday, November 7, 2024 to network with some of Ottawa's top tech employers? This event is open to current co-op students interested in working in the local tech sector. Check out some tips for your student to make the most of this event.

Discover the International Student Employment Program

The International Student Employment Program is designed to connect Carleton’s talented international students with work opportunities and support to succeed in navigating the Canadian job market.

The pedestrian bridge over the Rideau River with trees changing colour for the fall

Exploring Different Sections of the Career Services Job Board

The Career Services Job Board is exclusive to the Carleton community and offers an array of job opportunities including full-time, part-time, new grad, co-op and more. There are currently 150+ postings to explore!

The job board is broken up into sections to help streamline the job search process for students, including featured jobs, an external job board and built-in search functions.

To explore the Career Services Job Board and begin the job search process, your student can visit mySuccess (log into Carleton360 through the current students website).

Important Update for U-Pass Holders Using Para Transpo Services

If your student has a U-Pass and uses Para Transpo services, they must contact OC Transpo at 613-560-5000 to link their Campus Card to their Para Transpo account. Students should have their proof of enrolment, Para Transpo ID and student number ready before calling.

Office of the Vice-President (Students & Enrolment)
503 Tory Building
1125 Colonel By Drive
Ottawa, ON, Canada, K1S 5B6

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