Welcome Back, Ravens!

The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) is thrilled to welcome you back to school for the Fall term. 

There will be plenty of great events taking place on- and off-campus throughout the year. Take a peak at the FASS Events page for more information.

We are lucky to have another fantastic group of FASS Student Ambassadors who are happy to share their knowledge and experience. 

Ambassadors are upper-year students who attend various events to engage members of the greater community with Carleton University and FASS. 

Have a question about FASS or the student experience? Use our Ask FASS form to share your question(s) and one of our FASS Student Ambassadors will get back to you with more information.

Ask FASS! >

Healthy Cities Panel: Back to School in the City

When: Tuesday, September 27 at 7:00 PM (EST), Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre (355 Cooper Street)

The Healthy Cities Series is back!

In this special “Back to School” panel, our first in-person Healthy Cities event since February 2020, panelists Sherwyn Solomon (Principal at Le Phare Elementary School in Ottawa), Dr. Maria Rogers (Psychology), and Dr. Leila Angod (Childhood and Youth Studies) will offer insights into some of the challenges that Ottawa students may face as we move into a new “post-pandemic” era of schooling.

The panel will also discuss some of the possibilities that a more critical perspective on childhood and youth might offer as we reflect on the lessons from the last two years.

Dr. Julie Garlen (Childhood and Youth Studies) will moderate the conversation.

Details and registration >

Confidently Dream Big

Decades ago, when Danardo Jones moved to Ottawa from Toronto, his path was rocky.

After completing his high school equivalency diploma, Jones searched for a university that would accept him into a degree program. 

Intent on pursuing post-secondary studies, Jones discovered his path to university through the Enriched Support Program (ESP) at Carleton.

This year, Professor Jones is teaching a First-Year Seminar course in the Enriched Support Program.

In our new FASS Story, he reflects on his educational journey as he comes full circle from ESP student to ESP teacher.

Read on >

FASS Professor Elected to Royal Society of Canada

The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is elated to share that one of our faculty members has been elected to the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) in recognition of the high level of excellence and potential demonstrated during their career.

Congratulations to Professor Jesse Stewart (Music), who has been named a member of the RSC College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists.

Learn more >

FASS Faculty Receive SSHRC Partnership Engage Grants

Three of our faculty members have been named winners in the most recent round of Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Partnership Engage Grant results.

Congratulations to Professors Craig Bennell (Psychology), Kester Dyer (Film Studies), and Marina Milyavskaya (Psychology) on each receiving a $25,000 grant to support their important work.

Find out more >

FASS Story: Publishing in a Pandemic

Publishing a book is no small accomplishment, even in the best of circumstances.

Professor of English Language and Literature Dr. Dana Dragunoiu discusses how she found support in uncertain times thanks to a FASS COVID-19 Research Assistantship Award.

Read on >

FASS Professor Shortlisted for Poetry Award

Professor Nduka Otiono, the Director of the Institute of African Studies, has been shortlisted for the Archibald Lampman Award for poetry for his new collection, DisPlace: The Poetry of Nduka Otiono.

The award, to be announced on October 19 at 7:00 PM (EST) at Les Lye Studio at the Meridian Theatre, is given by Arc Poetry Magazine to a National Capital-area author with an outstanding collection of poetry.

Read on >

Minding the Brain: Alcohol

“Alcohol is, by far, the most commonly used addictive drug, but how much do you really know about it? How does alcohol interact with the brain? Why do many people’s faces get red when they drink? What are the harms of alcohol?”

Dr. Jim Davies recently interviewed Dr. Kim Hellemans about the effects of alcohol on the mind and brain in a recent episode of Minding the Brain podcast.

Tune in >

FASS Student Interviewed About Research

Last month, we shared a FASS Story on Kayla Hagerty’s documentary film, My Dad, Ian: How the COVID-19 Pandemic Affected the Pre-existing Opioid Epidemic in Canada. 

Since then, Kayla has been interviewed by CTV Montreal to discuss her research and the work that went into crafting the documentary film.

Watch the interview >

Truth and Reconciliation Event

When: Wednesday, September 28 at 11:30 AM (EST), Fenn Lounge

This year, the Mental Health and Well-being Research and Training Hub (MeWeRTH) will be collaborating with the Centre for Indigenous Support and Community Engagement to host a Truth and Reconciliation event.

Elder Albert Dumont will speak at this event, and a reception will follow the presentation.

There is limited space available for this event, and registration is required.

Register today >

Reflections on the Legacy of R. Murray Schafer

The Research Centre for Music, Sound, and Society in Canada is hosting a special concert and study day to examine the Legacy of Canadian composer, educator, and writer R. Murray Schafer.

The concert, which will feature musicians who collaborated with Schafer, will take place Saturday, September 24 at 4:00 PM (EST) at Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre. There will be an audience talkback with the artists in Woodside Hall following the performance. Tickets are $15.00 at the door (free to Carleton University students).

The study day will involve presentations and discussions, and is scheduled for Friday, September 30, from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (EST).

Learn more >

MeWeRTH's Lived Experience Luncheons

When: Wednesday, September 21 at 12:00 PM (EST) on Zoom

You are invited to the Mental Health and Well-being Research and Training Hub (MeWeRTH)’s virtual back to school kick-off event.

Dr. Alex Auerbach, Director of Wellness and Development for the Toronto Raptors, will present “Getting Your Head Back Into the Game: Wellness Foundations of High Performance.”

More Lived Experience Luncheon Series speakers will be announced soon – stay tuned!

Register online >

Psychology Mental Health Day

When: Thursday, October 6 at 1:30 PM (EST), Richcraft Atrium

The Department of Psychology in partnership with MeWeRTH is co-hosting “Psychology Mental Health Day."

This year, MeWeRTH presents the ‘Courage to Speak Award’ to Benjamin Leikin from Ottawa Public Health, who will be speaking at the event. MeWeRTH established this award to recognize the bravery and inspiration of their speakers.

The keynote speaker for this event will be Dr. Natalie Durand-Bush from the University of Ottawa.

Details and registration >

EIC and CISCE Office Hours

Would you like to receive support for implementing or enhancing Indigenous and/or equity-driven curricula and pedagogy in your courses?

The Centre for Indigenous Support and Community Engagement and the Department of Equity and Inclusive Communities invite you to drop into office hours on Zoom.

Join Krista Craven (EIC) to discuss equity-driven/inclusive pedagogies on Mondays, 1:00 to 2:00 PM (EST).

Join Lane Bourbonniere (CISCE) for Indigenous-specific inquiries on Tuesdays, 1:00 to 2:00 PM (EST).

Join Lane and Krista for a joint office hour session on the last Tuesday of each month (Sept. 27, Oct. 25, Nov. 29), from 1:00 to 2:00 PM (EST).

Learn more >

COVID-19 Booster Vaccine

The Office of the Vice-President (Students and Enrolment) is seeking submissions from Carleton University students, staff, faculty, and alumni to inspire all Ravens to get the COVID-19 booster vaccine to protect themselves and our community. 

If you would like to participate in this social media campaign, please send your name, your role and connection to Carleton, your reason for getting boosted (200 character limit), and a photo of yourself over to Hillary.Lutes@carleton.ca.

COVID-19 measures >