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- convocation ceremony outside the Tory building, 1979. 📸🎓 Looking forward to celebrating all our graduates next week!

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Leading up to Carleton convocation next week, join us in celebrating the stories of five inspiring graduates whose accomplishments and contributions highlight the smart, caring and connected community values of Carleton.

Alia Nichol embraced engineering from an early age and thrived at Carleton by engaging in groundbreaking research and winning design competitions. Her dedication to learning and mentoring others exemplifies the spirit of innovation and community. Carleton Engineering and Design

Johne Quiambao became a trailblazer by founding Carleton's first undergraduate criminology journal. His work integrates AI and BIPOC perspectives, reflecting his commitment to academic excellence and community support. Carleton University Faculty of Public Affairs

Matthew Roach demonstrated the power of leadership as president of the Sprott Tax Students Association. By organizing free tax clinics and teaching fellow students, he significantly contributed to financial literacy and community support at Carleton. Sprott School of Business at Carleton University

Anna-Karina Tabuñar brought her extensive experience in journalism and disability advocacy to Carleton's new specialization in Accessibility Studies. Her research on long COVID and commitment to accessibility has set new standards for inclusive practices in academia and beyond. Carleton University Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

Jesukhogie Williams-ikhenoba overcame the challenges of studying abroad during the pandemic to excel in his field. His research contributions and diverse co-op experiences have prepared him for a promising career in the biotech industry. Carleton University Faculty of Science

Read more: https://newsroom.carleton.ca/story/inspiring-spring-2024-graduates/?utm_medium=organic+social&utm_source=facebook&utm_content=carousel

From NICU dad to innovator, Carleton Engineering and Design researcher Jim Green's personal experience inspires his research on non-contact sensors, aiming to reduce stress and improve monitoring for the tiniest patients.👶

Read more: https://newsroom.carleton.ca/story/nicu-patient-monitoring/?utm_medium=organic+social&utm_source=facebook&utm_content=post CHEO

🔭What does the future of space food look like?

Carleton University Faculty of Science's Team Insecta is exploring crickets as a protein source for astronauts. 👩‍🚀

With support from the Canadian Space Agency, National Research Council. and SEDS-Canada, the group will fly to pseudo-space on July 22 🚀

This project could not only change the future of space exploration and colonization, but also inform future research on sustainable food sources. 🌱

https://newsroom.carleton.ca/story/crickets-in-space/?utm_medium=organic+social&utm_source=facebook&utm_content=carousel

June is and it is another opportunity to celebrate and support 2SLGBTQQIA+members of the Carleton community.

Find out how Carleton is striving to support greater inclusion throughout all areas of campus life: https://newsroom.carleton.ca/celebrating-pride-month/?utm_medium=organic+social&utm_source=facebook&utm_content=post

Remapping and Remembering: Carleton University researchers Rebekah Ingram and Kahente Horn-Miller are using digital technology to map Kanyen’kehà (Mohawk) placenames in North America.

Learn how this project is preserving Indigenous names for future generations, while connecting youth to their heritage.

Read more:
https://challenge.carleton.ca/remapping-indigenous-placenames/?utm_medium=organic+social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=challenge&utm_content=carousel Carleton University Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

June is !

Learn how we're integrating Indigenous histories, experiences, and ways of knowing into all areas of campus life and how you can engage in Indigenous culture throughout the month and beyond.

https://newsroom.carleton.ca/national-indigenous-history-month/?utm_medium=organic+social&utm_source=facebook&utm_content=post

🧠🔊 Hearing loss is more than just missing sounds—it can also lead to cognitive decline.

Carleton University Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Cognitive Science researcher Imola MacPhee is exploring the link between hearing loss & dementia, highlighting the need for regular hearing checks🦻👇
https://newsroom.carleton.ca/story/hearing-loss-and-dementia/?utm_medium=organic+social&utm_source=facebook&utm_content=carousel

🤖🔬 Say hello to the future of surgical training!

Carleton Engineering and Design's new AI-driven simulator helps pediatric surgeons at CHEO master laparoscopic skills with precision. 🔎

Less pain, fewer scars and shorter hospital stays for kids✅

Find out more:
https://challenge.carleton.ca/training-pediatric-surgeons-ai-powered/?utm_medium=organic+social&utm_source=facebook&utm_content=carousel

As natural disasters are becoming more frequent and severe, Carleton Engineering and Design researcher Marzieh Amini is using AI to turn social media chaos into actionable insights for first responders.

This work aims to filter out noise and provide real-time, lifesaving information during crises.

Keep reading to learn how this technology is helping to improve disaster response in Canada:
https://challenge.carleton.ca/accelerating-disaster-response/?utm_medium=organic+social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=challenge&utm_content=carousel

- When the only traffic on the way to Carleton was a slow moving current 🛶

Two unidentified males in canoe on Dow’s Lake in background can be seen (from left to right) Glengarry Residence, Tory Building and Dunton Tower, ca. 1979.

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The long weekend is in full bloom🌸🌷🌳

Find out what’s open and closed on campus for Victoria Day weekend: https://newsroom.carleton.ca/2024/whats-open-and-closed-at-carleton-victoria-day-weekend-2024/?utm_medium=organic+social&utm_source=facebook&utm_content=carousel

📡🌎From local missions to global operations - research is pushing drone capabilities to new heights.

Led by Michel Barbeau at Carleton Science, the project leverages to transform emergency response and infrastructure management. 🏗️

By enhancing communication networks, these drones can cover vast areas, ensuring quick and efficient operations.📲🛰️

Learn more:
https://challenge.carleton.ca/5g-revolutionizing-drones-uavs/?utm_medium=organic+social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=challenge&utm_content=carousel

Spring weather means more chonker sightings on campus 👀🔎

What should we name him?? Let us know in the comments 👇

Some highlights from our first panel of the day featuring climate experts, including:

Graeme Auld – Professor, School of Public Policy and Administration, Carleton University
Maya Papineau – Professor, Department of Economics, Carleton University
Dave Sawyer – Economist, Canadian Climate Institute
Laura Zizzo – Co-founder and CEO, Manifest Climate
Hosted by Carleton Journalism Prof. Sarah Everts.

This insightful discussion explored connections between the environment and the economy, including risks, opportunities and barriers to improvement.

Kicking off the with a fantastic keynote address from James Meadowcroft, Academic Director of Efficiency Canada and Professor, Carleton University. Carleton University Faculty of Public Affairs

The talk focused on the challenges and solutions of moving Canada towards .✅

Looking forward to more conversations with climate experts today!

Proud to launch the   today and welcome community, business and academic leaders to campus. 🌱

We’re looking forward to many engaging discussions about climate solutions for a sustainable future.🌎💭

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our sponsors, including the Danbe Foundation, , and .

Their support is invaluable to the success of the Carleton Challenge Conference in Ottawa.

Let’s change how we talk about 💬🌎🌱

Led by Carleton researchers .climate is Canada’s hub for training, research and strategy on climate change communication.

With a network of over 3000 members, Re.Climate bridges geographical & digital divides to help us understand local, provincial and national challenges and solutions. 💡

https://challenge.carleton.ca/improving-climate-change-conversation/?utm_medium=organic+social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=challenge&utm_content=carousel

We are grateful for the support of our sponsor, Intact Insurance – Intact Assurance, for the upcoming Carleton Challenge Conference on May 8. Limited seats are remaining, don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect and innovate with leaders on climate solutions and adaptability. Register by May 3: https://carleton.ca/challengeconference/

- Travelling in style to Carleton University🛶

Arts student Enid McNeil, 20, paddles down the canal everyday and docks at the Hartwell Locks before crossing the foot bridge to attend lectures on the new Rideau River campus. Enid lives half a mile from Carleton towards Hog’s Back. Giving her a helping hand here are Blyth Robertson, right, and Brian Flumerfelt, left. ca. 1964. (Carleton University Library Historical Photographs)

Carleton is proud to celebrate Asian Heritage Month - an opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the diverse contributions of Asian Canadians. Visit our website learn about more about the stories, research and impact made by people of Asian descent at Carleton:

https://newsroom.carleton.ca/asian-heritage-month/?utm_medium=organic+social&utm_source=facebook&utm_content=post

NEW in The Conversation Canada: Sprott School of Business at Carleton University researchers Narmin Tartila Banu, Aron Darmody and Leighann C. Neilson explain how marketing classes can rescue 'ugly produce' from becoming food waste 👇🥬🗑️

Find out: https://newsroom.carleton.ca/story/marketing-rescue-ugly-produce-waste/?utm_medium=organic+social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=conversation&utm_content=post

Whistleblowers risk it all to protect the public interest, facing job loss, lawsuits, and even threats. 🚨

of Public Policy and Administration, Carleton University researchers Paloma Raggo and Ian Bron are advocating for stronger legal protections in Canada.🇨🇦

Keep reading:
https://challenge.carleton.ca/canadian-whistleblowers-rights/?utm_medium=organic+social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=challenge&utm_content=carousel Carleton University Faculty of Public Affairs