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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Inside Senate: April 24, 2026
Governance Changes in FASS Senate approved the following governance changes to units in FASS: Major Modifications Senate approved four major modifications, including the closure of…
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Inside Senate: March 27, 2026
Senate approved six new faculty and five new student member representatives, for terms beginning July 1, 2026. Faculty Member Representatives: Student Member Representatives: Artificial Intelligence…
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Inside Senate February 27, 2026
Over 1,300 Carleton Degrees Approved Senate has approved the graduation of 811 undergraduate students and 576 graduate students for Winter 2026 graduation. The university congratulates…
