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Photo for the news post: Carleton Recognized as One of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for Third Consecutive Year
November 15, 2024

Carleton Recognized as One of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for Third Consecutive Year

Carleton Recognized as One of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for Third Consecutive Year

Carleton University has been named one of Canada's Top Employers for the third consecutive year. This national honour recognizes the university's commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace, where... More
Photo for the news post: New Canada Research Chair to Study Advanced Photonic Sensing Components and Systems
November 14, 2024

New Canada Research Chair to Study Advanced Photonic Sensing Components and Systems

New Canada Research Chair to Study Advanced Photonic Sensing Components and Systems

By Elizabeth Kane Hubert Jean-Ruel is the new Canada Research Chair in Advanced Photonic Sensing Components and Systems at Carleton University. The Tier II Canada Research Chair (CRC) recognition is awarded by... More
Photo for the news post: Richard Sinclair Appointed as General Counsel
November 11, 2024

Richard Sinclair Appointed as General Counsel

Richard Sinclair Appointed as General Counsel

Carleton University has announced that Richard Sinclair will take on the role of General Counsel, effective Jan. 6, 2025. Richard joins Carleton from the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board, where he... More
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November 8, 2024

Carleton Experts Available: COP29 UN Climate Change Conference

Carleton Experts Available: COP29 UN Climate Change Conference

As world leaders begin to gather in the Azerbaijan for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) beginning November 11, 2024, Carleton experts are available to comment on related topics.... More

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Photo for the news post: Carleton Celebrates 2024 Fall Convocation Medal Winners
November 7, 2024

Carleton Celebrates 2024 Fall Convocation Medal Winners

Carleton Celebrates 2024 Fall Convocation Medal Winners

At Carleton University’s fall convocation, more than 1,200 graduates from the class of 2024 are crossing the stage, marking a journey defined by resilience, innovation and academic excellence. This ceremony not only recognizes their dedication... More
Photo for the news post: Carleton University Launches Innovative New Nursing Program
November 5, 2024

Carleton University Launches Innovative New Nursing Program

Carleton University Launches Innovative New Nursing Program

Ontario's health-care system is stretched thin. The province has an aging, diverse and growing population with complex needs. A lack of family doctors means people often don't receive preventative treatment. And data from the Canadian... More
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November 5, 2024

Honouring Ravens at Fall Convocation

Honouring Ravens at Fall Convocation

On Nov. 9, Carleton University will celebrate more than 1,200 students as they receive their degrees at fall convocation During the one-day ceremony, families and friends will cheer on their graduating students in-person at the... More
Photo for the news post: Carleton Research Seeks to Determine if Gut Microbes Could Break Down Forever Chemicals
October 24, 2024

Carleton Research Seeks to Determine if Gut Microbes Could Break Down Forever Chemicals

Carleton Research Seeks to Determine if Gut Microbes Could Break Down Forever Chemicals

Forever chemicals are woven into the fabric of the waterproof clothing that can keep you dry in a downpour. And they coat the non-stick frying pans that allow you to make scrambled eggs—and clean up... More

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Carleton University on The Conversation

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Photo for the news post: Why the Metaverse Isn’t Ready To Be the Future of Work Just Yet
November 12, 2024

Why the Metaverse Isn’t Ready To Be the Future of Work Just Yet

Why the Metaverse Isn’t Ready To Be the Future of Work Just Yet

The COVID-19 pandemic radically changed how many Canadians work. According to Statistics Canada, remote work rose to 40 per cent in April 2020 and fell to 18.7 per cent as of May 2024. While telework... More
Photo for the news post: Meet the Composer Who Claimed Her Music Channelled the Spirits of Classical Music Icons
October 28, 2024

Meet the Composer Who Claimed Her Music Channelled the Spirits of Classical Music Icons

Meet the Composer Who Claimed Her Music Channelled the Spirits of Classical Music Icons

One of the most controversial figures in music of the 20th century is Rosemary Brown, who died in 2001 at age 85. She was a British composer who claimed she had contact with the spirits... More
Photo for the news post: Want to Build Healthier Cities? Make Room for Bird and Tree Diversity
October 24, 2024

Want to Build Healthier Cities? Make Room for Bird and Tree Diversity

Want to Build Healthier Cities? Make Room for Bird and Tree Diversity

More than five million Canadians — approximately one in eight of us — are living with a mood, anxiety or substance use disorder. The prevalence of mental disorders is on the rise, with a third... More
Photo for the news post: More Than Money: The Geopolitics Behind Saudi Arabia’s Sports Strategy
October 21, 2024

More Than Money: The Geopolitics Behind Saudi Arabia’s Sports Strategy

More Than Money: The Geopolitics Behind Saudi Arabia’s Sports Strategy

There's a saying in sports journalism: "The answer to all your questions is money." But in the case of Saudi Arabia's massive sports investment programs during the reign of Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, money... More

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Carleton in the Media

Photo of Elliot Tepper discusses the APEC meeting in Peru.

Elliot Tepper discusses the APEC meeting in Peru.

Elliot Tepper discusses the APEC meeting in Peru.

CTV, published on November 18, 2024
Photo of Ian Lee’s report on the future of Canada Post featured.

Ian Lee’s report on the future of Canada Post featured.

Ian Lee’s report on the future of Canada Post featured.

Globe and Mail, published on November 19, 2024
Photo of Ian Lee discusses the state of the Canada Post strike

Ian Lee discusses the state of the Canada Post strike

Ian Lee discusses the state of the Canada Post strike

CBC, published on November 16, 2024
Photo of Stephen Saideman writes about how Trump’s partisan army would end American military might

Stephen Saideman writes about how Trump’s partisan army would end American military might

Stephen Saideman writes about how Trump’s partisan army would end American military might

MSNBC, published on November 17, 2024

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