Senate
Senate is the university’s most senior academic body. Representing the Carleton community, Senate is comprised of over 80 members including faculty, students, alumni, senior administration and representatives from the Board of Governors.
Senate makes decisions of significant importance to students and faculty including awarding degrees and scholarships, approving new programs and revised curriculum, and establishing academic regulations.
Meeting Schedule & Materials
Schedule & materials for open sessions.
Inside Senate
High-level meeting summaries posted just days after Senate.
Academic Governance
Membership, Carleton University Act, Rules of Order, Constitutions, and more!
Open Calls for Nominations
Run for a position on Senate or one of its Standing Committees.
News
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January 30, 2026
The Carleton University Senate met in person on January 30, 2026. Here are some highlights from the meeting: Fall 2025 Enrolment Report Suzanne Blanchard, Vice-President…
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November 28, 2025
Senate Welcomes New Members Senate ratified the appointment of three new members, for service beginning immediately unless otherwise indicated: Graduate Major Modifications Major modifications approved…
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October 31, 2025
Fall Graduation Approvals Senate approved the fall graduation of 575 undergraduate students and 612 graduate students, for a total of 1,187 students.Senate also approved 50…
