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July 22, 2024

Paris 2024: How Carleton Grads are Shaping the Summer Olympics

As the world turns its eyes to Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics, Carleton University graduates are poised to make their mark on this grand international stage. From broadcasting live events to ensuring smooth operations... More

May 16, 2024

Think Fast: The Mental and Cognitive Benefits of Running

Ever wonder what is meant by a runner's high? Or how the simple act of lacing up your shoes for a run can become a powerful tool for stress management? Running and other aerobic exercises... More

March 5, 2024

Strength, Leadership, Dedication: Ravens Women Soar

On International Women's Day, Carleton University celebrates the many achievements of women in our campus community and beyond. From astounding athleticism to unwavering leadership, Ravens women's sport teams have endless stories of inspiring achievements. Learn... More

August 31, 2023

Ravens Champion Change Around Sexual Violence

Content warning: Please note that the article includes information about family and gender-based violence. We understand that this can trigger strong reactions and we encourage the community to connect with Carleton University’s Sexual Assault Support... More

February 16, 2023

Celebrating Black History Month: Carleton Faculty and Staff Dedicated to Black Inclusion

Learn more about members of the Black community at Carleton who are dedicated to greater Black inclusion and anti-Black racism in the classroom, on the field and in their personal lives. Menna Agha, assistant professor,... More

January 30, 2023

Celebrating Black History Month: Lauryn Walker is Making a Name for Herself in Rugby

Born into a sports family, Lauryn Walker grew up playing competitive soccer for most of her life. She enjoyed it but never felt like it was her calling. “I was always too aggressive for the... More

April 7, 2022

Connecting Fans, Athletes and Brands: App Helps Athletes Build Their Brand and Partnerships

Ottawa Redblacks wide receiver and former Carleton Ravens student-athlete Nate Behar has developed a tool that may help, recently launching an app called FireWork that provides a solution for athletes to develop partnerships with brands... More

February 4, 2022

Behar Brings Spark to Athletes

On August 8, 2021, the 2020 Summer Olympics closed in a relatively empty Japan National Stadium, under the theme of Moving Forward. While the events of that evening focused on moving toward the 2024 Summer... More

January 26, 2022

Balancing Act: How the fastest man in Canada prioritizes physical and mental health

When Andre De Grasse won a gold medal in the 200-metre sprint at the Summer Olympics in Tokyo last year, setting a new Canadian record with a scorching 19.62 seconds, his life changed dramatically. Although... More

May 20, 2021

Carleton University Ravens Add First Female Football Coach to Roster

Nadia Doucoure has joined the Carleton Ravens Football coaching staff as an offensive assistant – receivers coach—the first female football coach to join the team since the first game in 1962. “Having Nadia join our... More

May 5, 2021

Carleton Alumna Waneek Horn-Miller Speaks to CBC About the Power of Sport

Carleton University alumna, former Ravens water polo star, and Canada Sports Hall of Famer Waneek Horn-Miller spoke to the CBC’s Beyond the Win about her experiences during the 1990 Oka Crisis. Horn-Miller, a Mohawk of... More

October 13, 2020

Celebrating 75 Years of Carleton Ravens Football

On Oct. 13, 1945, a certain football team took to the field for the first time. It had been an idea floated that September, over pints at the Bytown Inn on O’Connor Street. Several engineering... More