TheGraduate@Carleton

April 30, 2026 Edition

Graduate Student News

Announcing an AI Framework for Carleton University
Following a comprehensive consultation process, the Office of the Vice-Provost (Academic and Global Learning) is pleased to share the AI Framework for Carleton University. This framework acknowledges Carleton’s significant research strengths in AI while providing guidance on its use across the university, ensuring that academics, staff and students are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to use AI critically, effectively, responsibly and ethically. AI is a rapidly evolving field, and so this framework is a living document. As the university gains experience with AI, the implementation guidance will be routinely reviewed and updated.

Nideyinàn Closed Temporarily for Electrical Maintenance
Until 6 a.m. on May 6, Nideyinàn is closed to address end-of-life electrical equipment and ensure ongoing reliability. Learn more about the shutdown and its impacts, and let us know if you have questions on our information page, which will be actively updated.

Campus Card Office Closure
The Campus Card Office at 407 Nideyinàn is closed until May 6. During this time, services are still available. Students can visit the Teraanga Commons Residence Reception Desk. Questions can be sent to: campuscard@cunet.carleton.ca.

Carleton Dining Summer Hours of Operation
With the approaching summer term, the Volleyball Canada Weekend event hosted in the Athletics Building from May 1 to 3, as well as the closure of Nideyinàn mentioned above, many Carleton dining locations will be undergoing changes in their hours of operation. Please visit this webpage for a detailed breakdown of operation changes across all locations.

Fall/Winter Term Registration Info
The Fall 2026/Winter 2027 timetable will go live in Carleton Central on May 25. Time tickets for your individual registration time will be available in Carleton Central on June 17. New and returning graduate students will be able to start registering on July 10.

Spring Schedule for TheGraduate@Carleton
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GSA Carleton (Graduate Students' Association)

GSA Second Elections 2026–2027: Nominations Open

GSA Carleton is now accepting nominations for the second round of the 2026–2027 GSA Elections. Graduate students are invited to nominate themselves or a peer for the following positions:

GSA Leadership

GSA Board of Directors

University and Faculty Representation

University Senate
Graduate Council
Faculty of Public and Global Affairs Board Committees

Key Dates

Nominations Close: May 3 at 12 p.m. (Noon)
Campaigning Period: May 4 to May 13
Voting Period: May 14 to May 15 (Online)

How to Apply
Nomination forms, eligibility criteria, and the full election timeline are available at:
https://gsacarleton.ca/elections-2026/

Updates will also be shared on the GSA website and Instagram.

Mike's Place Will be Closed for Summer
The pub will be closed over the summer and will reopen at the beginning of the Fall term.

Upcoming Deadlines

For the complete list of dates and deadlines, please bookmark and refer to the Academic Year page.

May 6
Summer term begins. Early summer and full summer classes begin.

May 12

Last day for registration and course changes (including auditing) in early summer courses.
Graduate students who have not electronically submitted their final thesis copy to Graduate Studies will not be eligible to graduate in spring 2026 and must register for the summer 2026 term.

May 18
Statutory Holiday. University closed.

Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition Winners!
Congratulations to Kimia Ghanaatpisheh, Harper Chaisson, Josie Mallett and Flor Ali Salehie Barbosa for earning top honours! Explore their winning presentations, along with those of our top 10 finalists, here.

“Brewing a solution to plastic pollution.” Watch honourable mention winner Flor Ali Salehie Barbosa's (Biology) presentation below:

3MT Honourable Mention Winning Presentation

2025-2026 Faculty Graduate Mentoring Award Winners

2025-2026 Faculty Graduate Mentoring Awards

Congratulations to Professors Sana Mohsni, Sreeraman Rajan, Mostafa Taha, Shireen Hassim and Christine Koggel on receiving a Faculty Graduate Mentoring Award! We sincerely thank everyone who submitted a nomination. Read excerpts from nomination letters here.

TIM Showcase 2026

The annual TIM Showcase from Carleton University and the Sprott School of Business’ Technology Innovation Management (TIM) program is an event filled with excitement, inspiration, and connection, as the projects and talented individuals from the TIM student and alumni community are showcased.

The TIM Showcase will be held on May 7 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Richcraft Hall.

Click here for more details.

Poster for Neuroscience Brain and Mental Health Art Show

Shannon Lecture #3: The Transnational Making of United Nations Peacekeeping

The Department of History is hosting the third Shannon Lecture this year virtually over Zoom on May 6 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Canada has played a prominent role in the military history of United Nations peacekeeping. This lecture explores how Canada has shaped the course and conduct of peacekeeping beyond its commitments to individual peacekeeping missions.

For details and to register, click here.

An Evening with Whit Fraser: From Ragged Ass Road to Rideau Hall

The School of Journalism and Communication is pleased to host an evening with veteran journalist Whit Fraser to launch his new memoir, From Ragged Ass Road to Rideau Hall. The talk will be moderated by award-winning journalist and best-selling author Brett Popplewell.

The event will be held on May 5, beginning at 7 p.m. at Carleton’s Dominion-Chalmers Centre, 290 Lisgar St. Admission is free, but participants are required to register in advance.

Details and registration can be found here.

Grad Students: Apply to Join a Senate Standing Committee and Engage in Academic Governance!

Carleton's Senate Office is currently accepting nominations for graduate students to serve on a variety of Senate Standing Committees. The term of service is one year, and begins on July 1. Student representation is very important on these committees, and there are many opportunities available. For more information on the scope and work of each committee, and to access the online application form, please visit t he Senate website . Questions can be directed to the Assistant University Secretary (Senate) at kathy.mckinley@carleton.ca.

The official deadline has passed but applications will be accepted for vacancies still posted on the website. This is an excellent opportunity to become involved in academic governance at the committee level.

Funded Research Visit to University of Murcia (Spain) for Graduate Students

Carleton International invites master's and PhD students in any discipline to apply to visit Universidade de Murcia in Spain for a five-month research visit.

The visit is funded through Erasmus+ with paid return flight and a monthly allowance for 5 months stay and 2 days travel. The application deadline is May 15.

Click here for more information on the program and how to apply.