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September 8, 2025

Four Carleton Researchers Honoured by Royal Society of Canada

Carleton University researchers, Jennifer Evans, Elisabeth Gilmore, Carmen Robertson and Richard Yu have been named to the Royal Society of Canada (RSC), honouring the significant impact they have made in their respective fields. "Congratulations to... More

July 28, 2025

Design with Purpose: Carleton Student Wins Top International Design Award with SnowStride

Devang Ghosh didn’t expect to win when he submitted his class project to one of the world’s most prestigious design competitions. He just wanted to see how far he could take it. And he’s glad... More

March 5, 2025

Carleton Student Wins International Figure Skating Gold

Whether she's on the ice or in the classroom, Katherine Medland Spence focuses on the process, not the outcome. That mindset has paid tremendous dividends for the Carleton University chemistry student and elite figure skater.... More

June 18, 2024

Carleton Honours 2024 Spring Convocation Medallists

At this year’s spring convocation, more than 5,200 Carleton students from the class of 2024 are receiving degrees that recognize their many achievements and commitment to education. Carleton awards numerous medals to honour the dedication... More

June 12, 2023

Carleton University’s Spring 2023 Top Medallists

More than 5,200 Carleton University students from the Class of 2023 are receiving degrees that recognize their hard work and commitment to education during this spring's convocation ceremonies. Along with conferring degrees, Carleton awards numerous... More

May 3, 2023

Carleton Alumni Named in Forty Under 40 Awards for Young Leaders

Seven Carleton alumni have been named in Ottawa’s 2023 Forty Under 40 list, the region’s biggest business award for young leaders. “You have to feel for today’s up-and-coming business leaders and entrepreneurs who have risen to the... More

December 19, 2022

Carleton’s Top 10 Stories of 2022

Our most read stories highlight the remarkable achievements within our community. From impactful research and innovation to top awards and student success, there is so much to be proud of.

November 21, 2022

Carleton Springboards Student to Rhodes Scholarship

On Nov. 14, Maeve Collins-Tobin, who is in the final semester of her Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management (BPAPM) program at Carleton, became one of Canada's 11 new Rhodes Scholars. Valued at more... More

October 25, 2022

Top Canadian Science and Engineering Prizes For Carleton Researchers

Two highly accomplished Carleton University researchers have received major awards from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) at the annual NSERC Celebrating Excellence Event on October 26. Lenore Fahrig, Chancellor's Professor... More

January 12, 2022

Seven Carleton Community Members Appointed to the Order of Canada

A Carleton research professor and six community members with strong ties to the university have been named to the Order of Canada for their positive impacts and contributions to Canadian society and humanity at large.... More

November 15, 2021

Inspiring Fall 2021 Students Recognized with Top Medals

Graduation is a time for students to reflect on their years of hard work and achievement. In November 2021, more than 1,300 students received degrees that recognized their dedication to education. For those who have... More

October 21, 2021

Carleton’s Melanie Adrian Receives Prestigious OCUFA Teaching Award

Melanie Adrian works hard to ensure everyone in her classroom is part of the conversation. The law and legal studies professor says she wants all students engaged because each one brings knowledge to the table. “Everyone brings... More