Graduate Calendar Archives: 2001 / 2002

Student Services

Athletics and Recreation

Telephone: 520-4480

The mandate of the Department of Physical Recreation and Athletics is to enhance campus life, spirit, and health by providing a variety of opportunities for high-quality physical activity which meet the needs of students and staff. A balance of programs is offered for all skill and competitive levels, including freelance recreation, instruction programs, intramural sports, and interuniversity athletics.

The athletic facilities include an L-shaped fifty-metre pool with diving tower; a Fitness Centre with weight-training equipment, and cardiovascular machines; nine International squash courts; a double gymnasium; a heavy-weight training room; and Combatives and Multipurpose rooms. Outdoor facilities include football and soccer fields, three other playing fields, and five tennis courts. These facilities may be available to students either for recreational needs or for organised competition.

Instructional classes offered include group fitness programs such as aerobics, weight-training, and step aerobics; personal training services; fitness appraisals; aquatics programs such as learn-to-swim, aquafit, and masters' swim; dance; martial arts; yoga and tai chi.

For further information on varsity athletics, competitive club teams and intramurals, contact the Athletics department or visit our website at www.carleton.ca/athletics.

Full-time graduate students are eligible for interuniversity athletics, subject to league regulations. There is an Athletics Board which advises the Department and the University on matters of athletics and recreation policy through the Office of the President. The Board is composed of members from the Faculty, Administration, Alumni, the Students' Associations, and the Residence Association.

Bookstore

Telephone: 520-3832

The University Bookstore, located in Southam Hall, stocks required textbooks and offers a wide selection of scholarly and general books. A complete line of school supplies and insignia clothing and gifts is also available.

Bookstore hours are: Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Hours are subject to seasonal changes and will be posted at the Bookstore entrance. Customers are urged to call ahead if they are not clear on the hours.

The Bookstore's refund/exchange policy requires merchandise to be returned within 48 hours of purchase. There is an extended refund period at the beginning of each term. Customers are urged to review the policy before making a purchase. The cash register receipt is required for any refund or exchange.

Career Services

Career Services (CS) is the campus career and employment centre. It provides students and alumni with the resources and materials they need to explore career choices/options and embark on their job search. Services provided by this office include:

• Resource Centre

The resource centre provides students with tools to research educational, employment, and career planning resources. Materials available include: job search materials, work abroad information, occupational and labour market trends, university and community college calendars, company videos and CD Roms, magazines and periodicals, starting your own business guides, salary information, an assortment of employment directories and information on various associations. Some of these resources are available for loan. A computer lab is available for on-line job searching and resume preparation. The Resource Centre also houses the volunteer centre, which offers hundreds of volunteer opportunities.

• Career Counselling and Employment Advising

Career counselling assists students in learning to plan wisely and to handle concerns with regards to selecting academic majors and/or selecting career fields. The Career Planning Workshops are offered to help students in becoming aware of different career fields and how they relate to academic majors.There are two assessments which are used to assist students to acquire knowledge about their personality and interests as they pertain to the world of work. In addition, employment workshops such as Resume/Cover Letter Writing, Job Search and Networking, and Interview Skills are offered on a weekly basis to prepare students for entry into the workforce. There are drop-ins as well, to provide students with individualized guidance on career and/or employment related concerns. Register to attend our workshops by signing up with our reception staff. Drop-ins are held weekly on a first-come, first-served basis, for up to 20 minutes.

• Job Postings

Career Services has incorporated Campus WorkLink, an Internet-based campus recruitment tool, to advertise all job postings targeted to Carleton students and recent graduates. Students and recent graduates have access to on-campus recruitment, full-time, part-time and summer job postings and internship programs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Campus WorkLink is a free service for Carleton students and recent graduates which provides easy access to job postings, to place an on-line resume, to apply electronically to employment opportunities, to research various companies, and to gather information on educational institutions, courses and programs.

Campus WorkLink can be accessed through www.campusworklink.com. Visit Career Services for more information about Campus WorkLink and to obtain the Carleton password to access Campus WorkLink.

• Career Fairs and Events

Career Services hosts a variety of career events, the largest being the annual Career Fair. In 2001, the Career Fair will be held on September 26th in the Athletics Centre. Employers attend the fair and are interested in recruiting students from a variety of backgrounds. Annual events include the Summer Job Fair, held in January. Events are also held throughout the year for alumni and students that include visits from employers, associations and post-secondary institutions as well as different panels on career choices. Events are listed on our website (www.carleton.ca/career) or are frequently advertised in the Charlatan and our bi-annual newsletter, The Explorer. Employment Information Events

Throughout the year, CS organizes a number of career and employment information events for students and recent graduates, to provide them with the opportunity to gather information on various career possibilities. Some of these sessions may include on-campus visits from various employers and associations to discuss career opportunities, information sessions on government employment programs, and presentations from various representatives to provide students and recent graduates with information on working abroad.

• Graduate Year Recruitment Program

Employers from both the private and public sectors recruit Carleton University graduating students for permanent employment opportunities, available at the end of the academic terms. Positions advertised through the program are of a professional nature. Students seeking employment through the Graduate Year Recruitment Program must be in their graduating and final year of studies at Carleton University. The recruiting season takes place during both the fall and winter terms. Graduate Year Recruitment job postings are advertised on-line through Campus WorkLink website: www.campusworklink.com. Visit the Career Services office for the Carleton password and instructions on how to register with Campus WorkLink. Graduate Year Recruitment information and events, as well as other employment activity will also be advertised through Campus WorkLink, and through our Charlatan ads.

• Alumni Services

Alumni Services is designed to assist recent graduates in finding immediate, full-time employment. Register on-line through Campus WorkLink so that Career Services can keep in touch with you regarding upcoming events and programs. Attending workshops designed especially for recent graduates, will help you make a successful transition from school to the world of work. Find out about career related events and workshops organized by Career Services.

• Computer Lab

Students and alumni have access to computer work stations for resume and cover letter preparation, researching employers via the Internet and accessing on-campus recruiting, full-time, part-time and summer job postings directed toward Carleton students and recent graduates through Campus WorkLink, www.campusworklink.com. Students are required to book computer time with the front desk staff and obtain the Carleton password to Campus WorkLink.

• Newsletter

Career Services publishes the Explorer which is filled with invaluable information and articles on career planning, resume preparation, job searching tips and interview techniques. The Explorer will also advertise upcoming employment programs, events and activities scheduled to take place throughout the academic terms. Stay informed, watch for our publication available at Career Services.

Carleton University Students' Association

The Carleton University Students' Association (CUSA) is an incorporated, student-run organization that promotes the interests of the student body. All registered full or part-time undergraduate students are members of CUSA.

CUSA represents the students' interests to all levels of government and administration. It is also a member of the Canadian Federation of Students (CFS) and CFS-Ontario. These two organizations are committed to bringing about necessary educational, administrative and/or legislative changes in those areas affecting students.

Student services funded wholly or in part or operated by CUSA include: Career and Placement Services (by direct student levy); Carleton Disability Awareness Centre; Carleton Foot Patrol; Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Centre; Information Carleton; International Students' Centre; Mature and Part-time Students' Centre; New University Government; Off-Campus Students' Lounge; Photo Centre; Women's Centre; and the Volunteer Centre.

CUSA business ventures include: Oliver's Pub and Patio; Rooster's Coffeehouse; Unicentre Store; and a Canada Post outlet.

The legislative body of CUSA is a 34 member Students' Council made up of representatives from each faculty and a President and Finance Commissioner who are elected annually by the student population. Elections take place in February. The term of office is twelve months commencing the following May.

CUSA also sponsors more than 100 clubs and societies, alternate education programs, speaker series, and concerts.

The Students' Association is continually working to improve and expand its scope of activities. Students are encouraged to communicate ideas and opinions to members of their elected representatives in CUSA, to participate and become actively involved in the activities of the Association, and to exercise their voting privileges.

The Chaplaincy

Protestant-Ecumenical Chaplaincy
T28, T30 Tory Tunnel
Telephone: 520-4449
Chaplain, Reverend Tom Sherwood

Roman Catholic Chaplaincy
127G University Centre
Telephone: 520-2896 or 520-2590
Chaplain, Father Don Maclellan
Assistant Chaplain, Deacon Derek G. Smith

For over three decades a chaplaincy service has existed at Carleton. Part of its function is to share experiences, insights, friendships and our faith. We are also involved in study and discussion groups, community projects, development education, marriage preparation and religious services. In addition, we have connections with many organizations and resources on campus as well as with churches and religious groups in the Ottawa area.

The two principal chaplains (Protestant-Ecumenical and Roman Catholic) are supported by a number of people in the Chaplaincy offices, which are open most days. Appointments are not necessary but at times they are advisable. People are encouraged to visit the offices at any time.

Next to the offices in the Tory Tunnel there is a Quiet Room, which is used for individual meditation, religious services (times posted), and prayer group activity. It is open all day, five days a week. Check with the Chaplaincy office regarding special services.

Colonel By Child-Care Centre

Colonel By Child Care Centre has been providing non profit Child Care on the Carleton University campus for over 20 years. Qualified teachers care for 57 children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years. The Centre operates twelve months a year, Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. Fee subsidies from the Regional Municipality of Ottawa-Carleton are available for families who meet the criteria.

As there is a waiting list, parents are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

For further information, please contact Margot Henderson.

Computer Store

The Computer Store, located in Southam Hall, carries a full range of computer products, (including Apple, IBM, NEC Bell, and Compaq computers, printers, modems, software and other peripherals) at very competitive prices, for students, faculty and staff.

Store hours:

Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Closed weekends and statutory holidays.

Summer hours are posted at the entrance.

Computing and Communications Services

A wide range of computer services are available to students. There are several Sun systems running Unix, as well as a number of microcomputer networks. All students are eligible for accounts on the CHAT system, an electronic communication system for e-mail, course discussion groups and Internet access. Also, all students have access to word processing spreadsheet and database software as well as laser printing facilities and CD-ROM services at the microcomputer labs on campus. Student Consultants are available at the microcomputer labs during peak times.

Comprehensive data analysis packages such as SAS, SPSS, Maple, Mathematica and Matlab are available for general research applications. Complete information about computing on campus is available to all students through the campus-wide information gopher see www.carleton.ca/CCS.

For information or assistance, please visit the CCS Help Desk in 401 Robertson Hall or call 520-3700. Handouts on various computing topics are available for pick up.

Equity Services

Equity Services consists of the Centre for Aboriginal Education, Research and Culture, the Mediation Centre, the Race Equity Office and the Status of Women Office. The role of Equity Services at Carleton is to promote equity, accommodate diversity and prevent discrimination. Proactive work includes workshops on diversity, cultural sensitivity, anti-racism, conflict resolution, mediation, harassment prevention as well as research on aboriginal issues. Each office has an extensive collection of publications and up-to-date research in their respective areas. Staff mediates conflict between individuals or among groups, works to resolve complaints of harassment or discrimination and provides advice to students, staff and faculty.

Equity Services is largely responsible for the implementation of Carleton's new comprehensive Human Rights Policies and Procedures starting in May 2001. This policy outlines our commitment to pregent discrimination and harassment in sections entitled: "Anti-Racism and Enthnocultural Relations Policy; Gender Equality Policy; Sexual Orientation Equality Policy; an Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy". The new policy also includes a section on Educational Equity which reinforces the university's commitment to "equity in educational programs and services" and designates Equity Services as a resource for students nedding accommodation based on religious or parental and familty obligations. This policy can be found on our website - go to www.carleton.ca/equity.

The Centre for Aboriginal Education, Research and Culture

The CAERC exists to ensure Aboriginal representation and presence on campus. It provides consultative services on First Nations, Metis and Inuit matters and pursues specific educational, research and cultural projects in co-operation with students, faculty, staff and the community at large.

The CAERC is also host to the Carleton First Nations student club.

The Mediation Centre

The Mediation Centre offers assistance to individuals and groups in conflict at the University. Students, staff and faculty can access the Centre for free. Training, group facilitation, mediation, conciliation, chairing of meetings, strategic planning leadership, prevention and de-escalation, team building and problem-solving facilitation, consultation and advice are available upon request from the Centre. The Mediation Centre uses a collaborative problem-solving process by which individuals and groups in conflict identify and resolve their problems with their conflicts with the help of an impartial third party who has no decision-making power. Roommate, landlord-tenant, interpersonal relationships, neighbourhood, sexual harassment, and human rights are some of the disputes handled through the Centre.

Every September, the Centre recruits volunteers among faculty, staff, students and Ottawa South residents and trains them as mediators. Please contact the Centre if you are interested in becoming a volunteer. The Centre also offers academic and teaching support and hosts an annual Symposium on Conflict Resolution in February. Please contact the Centre for more information.

Race Equity Office

Carleton University is host to students from various racial, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. The University has a well-established reputation for its commitment to excellence in diversity, and the Race Equity Co-ordinator works collaboratively with a wide range of students, faculty, staff and senior administrators to promote diversity as an institutional value and develop campus-wide educational programs to assist in broadening their knowledge and sensitivity to cultural and racial diversity.

The Office deals with complaints of racial discrimination and harassment and provides a confidential advisor service to complainants. The Office also offers workshops on topics such as employment and educational equity, 'chilly climate', and racism. These workshops are available to campus groups, student organizations, departments, classes, or by request.

Status of Women Office

Staff in the Status of Women Office work with various committees on campus to improve women's access to education, employment and services. Assistance is provided in locating childcare, resolving harassment complaints, personal and campus safety, date rape and sexual assault, lack of accessibility, sexism, employment and education equity, and chilly climate. Services are available to all students, faculty and staff.

Graduate Students' Association

The Graduate Students' Association (GSA) represents the collective interests and promotes the general welfare of the graduate students of Carleton University. The Association promotes and maintains communications between the graduate students and the University administration and represents graduate students within the University. The GSA can aid individual graduate students with specific problems related to the University community. The Association also acts to stimulate social, intellectual and political contact among graduate students.

The GSA Council is comprised of annually elected student representatives from each department, a four-member Executive (Internal Directors) and two External Directors. The Council meets on a monthly basis. For more information on becoming a GSA Councilor, contact the GSA office.

The Association owns and operates two separate lounges: Mike's Place (520-6681), a pub on the second level of the Unicentre; and the Gekko Grotto (ext. 8783), a coffee and computer lounge on the sixth level of the Unicentre. For full information on GSA services, please refer to the Graduate Student Handbook: Manual and Daily Planner, available from the GSA, your department, or Graduate Studies.

Health and Counselling Services

Health and Counselling Services is your wellness centre at Carleton University. The centre offers a wide range of services, including treatment of illness, immunizations, birth control information, travel medicine information, a health education program, and much more. Our counselling services has professionally trained counsellors and psychiatrists to help with personal and emotional difficulties. All health records are confidential and will not be released to anyone without client written consent.

Our hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (May - August) and 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (September - April). Appointments are encouraged and may be made in person or by calling 520-6674. If you feel you need medical assistance before an available appointment, please feel free to walk in and a member of our health care team will make an initial assessment and direct further care as needed.

After-hours medical services are available from Holland-Carling After Hours Clinic located at 476 Holland Ave., (at Carling), phone 722-9689. When you call to book an appointment please identify yourself as a Carleton student.

Psychiatrists are available on a referral basis for those requiring psychiatric assessment or care. The services provided are available to all students of the University, and are covered by provincial health insurance.

Counsellors are available to see students on a self-referral basis. Along with regular counselling appointments, our counselling staff offers "drop-in" times daily, for students needing short but immediate contact with a counsellor. Personal counselling can help individuals deal more effectively with emotional and social concerns.

A Health Education Program, promoting healthy lifestyles and wellness, offers on-going workshops presented by trained student peer educators. Topics include, but are not limited to, nutrition, alcohol, sexuality, stress management and smoking cessation. For more information, call the Health Educator at 520-6676.

Health Insurance

Carry your health insurance number with you at all times. If you do not have one, application for coverage must be made directly with the Ministry of Health at 75 Albert Street in Ottawa.

2. Students from Another Province

If you are from outside of Ontario, check that your health insurance is active and carry your number with you at all times. We don't bill you, we bill your provincial insurance plans directly.

3. Students from Outside Canada

The University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) is compulsory for all international students upon registration. Further information regarding UHIP may be obtained from the foreign student advisor, the International Student Centre or Carleton International.

If you do not have any health insurance, you may be billed for services rendered. The University may withhold the marks of students with outstanding accounts.

Immunization Record

It is recommended that new students:

1. Check with your family physician to ensure adequate immunization. An updated tuberculin skin test is recommended.
2. Obtain documentation of vaccination to red measles, German measles, mumps, polio and tetanus from your family physician. A booster dose of measles/mumps/rubella vaccine is recommended if you have not been re-immunized since infancy.
3. Discuss Hepatitis B vaccine with your family physician. The Medical Office of Health for Ottawa-Carleton region strongly recommends it for all adolescents and young adults.

Housing and Food Services

By September 2001, Carleton's student Residence complex is expected to provide accommodation on campus for 2,180 students. A new Residence building, designed to provide single room accommodation for 395 students, is presently under construction. Graduate students will be accommodated on the two upper floors of this new building. Senior undergraduate students will be assigned to the lower three and a half floors of the same structure. Each living unit on the graduate student floors will consist of two single study bedrooms, a three piece bathroom and an area for preparing and eating meals, equipped with a refrigerator and a two burner counter cook top.

The study bedrooms will be furnished with a double bed and mattress, desk, chair, bookshelf, closet and drawers for clothing and personal items.

A telephone, with access to a long distance service provider, will be provided to each resident. The cost of the local telephone service is included in the Residence fee. The study bedrooms are also equipped with connections to access the Carleton University computer system. Activating this connection requires payement of an additional fee.

As the new Residence will include meal preparation facilities, students living there will not be obligated to purchase a Residence cafeteria meal plan. Residence cafeteria meal plans that will be available, should a student living in the new Residence wish to purchase one, presently include Plan A (lunch and dinner in the Residence cafeteria 7 days/week); Plan B (any 12 meals in the Residence cafeteria each week, plus a $300 cash component that may be spent at any University-operated campus food service); Plan C (any 9 meals in the Residence cafeteria each week, plus a $750 cash component that may be spent at any University-operated campus food service).

An additional and optional meal plan, designed particularly for the students in the new Residence, is presently being considered.

There are no facilities on campus for married students. Graduate students wishing to apply to live in residence should make inquiries to the office of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research.

Off-Campus Housing

Telephone: 520-5614

The Off-Campus Housing Service is designed to provide assistance in finding suitable accommodation to students who cannot be accommodated on campus or who are interested in off-campus housing. This service mainly operates on a self-help basis, with listings of accommodation posted outside 261 Stormont House for viewing 24 hours per day, seven days a week. During normal office hours, staff members are pleased to assist with information, advice, etc. In addition, the Off Campus Centre, located in 211 Residence Commons Building, operates from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. during the months of July and August. Staff of the Centre provide personal assistance and further information.

Details regarding each listing include rates and amenities provided. The University does not undertake to inspect or approve any of the facilities listed, so it is strongly advised that the search be undertaken in person. The listings can also be viewed on the Housing and Food Services web site at www.carleton.ca.

In addition, a newsletter titled "Faculty and Staff Listing" is published on the 15th of every month. (Deadline for submissions is the 13th.) This lists accommodations of staff members going on sabbatical leave for periods ranging from four months to two years. Lists are distributed to each department on campus and are available on the website noted above.

Food Services

Telephone: 520-5612
Chartwells College & University Dining Services: 520-5618

A-la-carte food service is available in eight locations across campus:

The Food Court, offering Mr. Submarine, Arrriba, Harvey's, Market Grill and Pizza Pizza, second level, University Centre; The Second Cup, first level, University Centre; Rooster's Wing, fourth level, University Centre; The Loeb Cafe, first level, Loeb Building; Junction Second Cup, Library precinct, Tunnel level; The Oasis Cafeteria, first level, Residence Commons; The Bent Coin, fifth level, Robertson Hall

In addition, "all-you-care-to-eat" lunch and dinner is available in the Residence Dining Halls, third level Residence Commons for the price of admission. Students with Campus Cash plans are entitled to reduced prices and tax exemption where permitted.

Vending machines provide off-hour service. Students with Campus Cash plans can make cash purchases without using cash from many of these machines.

A variety of "Campus Cash" plans are available to students offering savings on campus food purchases through both discounts and tax exemptions.

"Care Packages" provide an easy means for friends and families to send birthday cakes, exam study snacks, or celebrate other special occasions with a food treat.

The catering division of food services is equipped to provide banquet services, receptions, party trays or beverage service for groups of up to 800 guests.

Tour and Conference Centre

Telephone: 520-5611
Fax: 520-3952

Each year from May to August, the Housing and Food Services Department operates a successful Tour and Conference Centre. Residence facilities accommodate up to 1,400 guests. A wide range of services including accommodation, catering, meeting rooms, lecture theatres, all at very reasonable rates, are available to conferences and tour groups.

Accommodation is also available to short-term summer visitors from the single traveler staying only one night to students and their families who wish to attend or participate in such University functions as Convocation and first-year student Welcome programs. Long term summer residence (four to sixteen weeks) can be reserved in conjunction with one of four available meal plans.

Arrangements for special functions such as wedding receptions, banquets, parties (large and small) and meetings or other special events are also co-ordinated by the Tour and Conference Centre. Such events may be booked throughout the year.

For further information please contact the Tour and Conference Centre.

Library

• MacOdrum Library

Senior Staff

University Librarian Martin Foss

Associate Librarian

Linda Rossman

Assistant Librarian (Systems)

Leslie Firth

Department Heads

Gail Catley (Acquisitions)

Bozena Clarke (Access Services)

Alison Hall (Cataloguing)

Anita Hui (Collections)

Susan Jackson (Maps, Data, and Government Information)

Callista Kelly (Interlibrary Loans)

Elizabeth Knight (Reference Services)

Dorothy Rogers (Gifts)

Collection

The University Library, located on the southwest side of the main quadrangle, provides access to a wide variety of materials in support of teaching, learning, and research activity at Carleton. The collection includes more than three million books, periodicals, government documents, maps, newspapers, music scores, compact discs, microforms, archives and rare books. To locate material in the system, you must consult CUBE, the Library's online catalogue. Access to electronic resources is provided through CD-ROM databases and the Internet. Increasingly, more materials are acquired through commercial document delivery services.

Borrower Information

Books may be borrowed at the Circulation Desk or by using the self-check machine located on the Main floor of the Library. You must have a validated ID card with a barcode or Patron Number in order to borrow. Users of the self-check machine must also know their Personal Access Code. Items, with the exception of reserve materials, circulate for two weeks to undergraduate students, and for four weeks to fourth year honours students, graduate students, faculty and staff. On payment of an appropriate fee, alumni of Carleton University and the general public may purchase an outside borrower's card which entitles the holder to limited borrowing privileges. The Library participates in the Ontario Council of University Libraries (OCUL) Resource Sharing Agreement. This permits all students, faculty, and staff with a valid Carleton ID card, to register at participating Ontario libraries in order to borrow material directly. The Library also participates in IUBP (Inter-University Borrowing Program), which allows Carleton students to borrow from Quebec universities. The Council of Prairie and Pacific University Libraries (COPPUL) has expanded its "Reciprocal Loan Program" to include the nineteen universities in the Ontario Council of University Libraries (OCUL). Borrowing privileges are now available to all faculty, graduate students, and staff of COPPUL and OCUL member institutions. The Center for Research Libraries offers students access to its material through the Interlibrary Loans Department. As part of a reciprocal borrowing agreement with the University of Ottawa, students, faculty, and staff of Carleton University are given limited borrowing privileges at the University of Ottawa Libraries.

Regulations

The Library is governed by Senate-approved regulations. The collection is protected against theft by an electronic book detection system. If requested, Library borrowers must submit books, briefcases, and bags for inspection at the Stacks Services Desk. Late return fines and billing costs are charged for overdue books. Borrowers with three overdue books will have their privileges automatically suspended until all items are returned. Examination grades and transcripts will be withheld from students who owe money to the University.

Specialized Collections

CBC Newsworld

The CBC Newsworld Collection is an archival and research collection of videotaped programs housed in Room 402.

Special Collections and Archives

Some print and manuscript materials, because of the content, format, age or value, must be preserved and kept apart from the general collection. This material, as well as the Carleton University Historical Collection and the Library Archives, is housed in Room 503.

Maps, Data, and Government Information Centre

Maps

The Map collection consists of topographic and thematic sheet maps, print and digital atlases, local region coverage in air photos and digital orthophotos, and geospatial data files for use with cartographic software.

Data Centre

The Data Centre Collection comprises microdata files and survey data, including extensive data from Statistics Canada and the Interuniversity Consortium for Political and Social Research.

Government Documents

The Documents collection includes print, microform, and digital publications issued by governments and intergovernmental international organizations. Through the library catalogue and web pages maintained by MADGIC, extensive links are provided to government resources available on the Internet.

Specialized Services

Interlibrary Loans

If the Library does not have the materials you need, you may request that they be borrowed from another library. Books are usually loaned free of charge; charges may apply for periodical articles provided through conventional I.L.L. or through commercial document delivery services.

Joy Maclaren Adaptive Technology Centre

The Adaptive Technology Centre, located in Room 232, is equipped with adaptive equipment for use by students with disabilities who are registered with the Paul Menton Centre. Wheelchair accessible CUBE terminals, equipped with large monitors, are available through the Library.

Library Instruction

General tours, CUBE instruction, specialized course seminars and workshops are offered by staff from Reference Services and the Maps, Data, and Government Information Centre. The Library maintains a computer-equipped training centre in Room 102 for instruction in the use of CUBE and other electronic information resources.

Research Assistance

Reference Services staff will assist clients in finding library materials, researching essay topics, and identifying the best resources to consult for information needs.

Ombuds Services

Ombuds Services deals with a variety of grievances and complaints as well as with requests for information. A few examples of the on-campus and off-campus problems include academic appeals, graduation appeals, fee disputes and tenant issues. Financing of this service is provided equally by the University and the Students' Association (CUSA).

Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities

Larry McCloskey - Associate Director, Student Life Services, responsible for the Paul Menton Centre
Nancy McIntyre - Learning Specialist / Co-ordinator, Learning Disabilities
Diane Proulx - Learning Specialist / Co-ordinator, Physical Disability Programs
Matthew Cole - Co-ordinator, Attendant Services

Academic Accommodation

Carleton University has a Senate-approved policy on Academic Accommodation (see p.54). This policy promotes efforts to accommodate students with disabilities so that they will have the opportunity to meet learning objectives and be fairly evaluated in their performance. The University is strongly committed to providing access and accommodation for all individuals with identified and duly assessed disabilities. In no case, however, does academic accommodation negotiate away, lower or remove the academic standards and learning objectives of any course or program at the University.

Publications

A series of brochures and flyers on resources and services available to students with disabilities at Carleton University may be obtained from the Paul Menton Centre free of charge. Information is also available on the website.

Requests for Service

The Paul Menton Centre provides individualized support services, based on appropriate and up to date documentation, to persons who are deaf or hard of hearing, with learning disabilities, attention deficit disorder (ADD), visual impairments, head injuries, physical disabilities including mobility impairments, or who have psychiatric or other medical disabilities.

Students are responsible for applying for special services by making an appointment with the appropriate coordinator. All requests will be considered on an individual needs basis. Students are advised to come to the Centre early in the term to discuss service requests.

Examination Accommodations

Examination accommodations for all tests and examinations (in-class, itv, or formally scheduled) must be arranged by specific deadline dates. Please refer to the Paul Menton Centre for a list of deadlines for all examinations. Accommodation requests not made prior to the specified deadlines will not be fulfilled.

Library Services for Students with Disabilities

Students referred by the Paul Menton Centre have access to the Joy Maclaren Adaptive Technology Centre, located on the main floor of the MacOdrum Library, Room 232. Heather Cross, Coordinator of Library Services for Students with Disabilities, is located in the department of Reference Services, Room 206 (520-2600, extension 8186). Students are advised to contact her for a complete list of services available in the Library including use of the Centre, research assistance, stacks retrieval, assistance with photocopying, and reserves assistance. Services at the University of Ottawa for students with disabilities are also available to Carleton students. Students must obtain a letter of referral from Heather Cross for each academic year to have access to services at the University of Ottawa.

The Joy Maclaren Adaptive Technology Centre has six workstations on which students have access to various software applications (word processing and spreadsheets), SS-Labs, CUBE, Chat Accounts, Internet Access, the Campus Network, large screen monitors, adjustable-height computer tables, a voice recognition system, screen magnification, screen reading and a scanner.

The Library's contact for alternate format material is Margaret McLeod of the department of Reference Services (520-2600, extension 8943). It is essential to obtain course outlines as early as possible, and to get your requests in early.

Students may scan text using the Reading Edge, a reading machine, and have the scanned material recorded onto audio tape or downloaded onto a disk. This machine is housed in the Joy Maclaren Adaptive Technology Centre.

Assistive Technical Devices

A limited number of note-taking keyboards, two and four-track tape recorders, and personal FM systems are available for loan. Written referral by a Paul Menton Centre Coordinator is required.

Students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing

It is the student's responsibility to initiate early enquiries. If specialized equipment or services, such as personal FM systems or sign language interpreters, are required, please contact the Centre at least a month prior to the start of classes.

Students with Learning Disabilities

It is required that the student have a recent psychoeducational assessment available which has been administered after the age of 16 or within three years of initial registration at the Paul Menton Centre. This will allow Paul Menton Centre staff to organize services that address each individual's particular learning disability.

Students with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)

To receive accommodation, students with ADD are required to have formal identification from a psychiatrist, psychologist or physician. For further information contact the Paul Menton Centre.

Students with Mobility Impairments

The campus of Carleton University is well equipped for accommodating persons with physical disabilities. The buildings are in close proximity to each other and most are connected by tunnels. All of the main buildings have elevators and are ramped for outside entrance and egress. Most sidewalks have been made accessible by curb-cut renovations. A building-by-building accessibility inventory is available from the Centre or on the website.

Students with Non-Visible Disabilities

Students with non-visible disabilities may have legitimate needs which are not easily recognized or understood within the University community. Students with psychiatric or medical disabilities may wish to contact the Paul Menton Centre to discuss issues of concern to them. Appropriate documentation is required.

Attendant Services Program in Residence for Students with Disabilities

The Attendant Services Program in Residence offers 24 hour assistance with activities of daily living such as personal care, room chores, cafeteria assistance, etc. The program is available to students with various levels of disability and attempts to respond to individuals according to their specific needs. In order to provide comprehensive services only a limited number of program spaces are available each year. A guide describing the program in detail is available free of charge by contacting the Attendant Services Co-ordinator at 520-6615.

For students who need an accessible room in residence but do not require attendant services, a limited number of rooms are available based on the following criteria: the need for special accommodation, level of disability, whether the applicant has housing alternatives in the area, and the date of application. For further information contact the Accommodations Officer in the Department of Housing and Food Services at 520-5612.

Student Life Services

Student Life Services offers a wide range of programs and services to assist students in their adjustment to academic life, in improving their learning strategies, and in making decisions with regard to academic and career concerns. Four units comprise Student Life Services. They are Campus Life Program, Career Services (see p. 16), International Student Advisory, and the Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities (see p. 23).

Campus Life Program

The goals of campus life programming are to assist new students in a variety of areas (e.g., academic, social, emotional, leadership) thereby easing the transition to life at Carleton University. In addition to orientation activities, a range of services and programs are offered throughout the year to assist students with the adjustments to university, academic success, and with preparation for life after graduation. The Campus Life Coordinator is also available to discuss student concerns specific to graduate students.

Study Skills Program

The Study Skills Program is designed to assist both undergraduate and graduate students. A series of workshops, which begin in early September, cover topics such as Active Reading, Essay Writing, Oral Presentations, Thesis Writing, as well as general Study Skills workshops covering Note-taking, Time Management and Exam Preparation. These are offered in small groups to accommodate discussion and interaction, and participants have access to individual follow-up if needed. Drop by to register for the workshops.

For individual assistance in a specific area (e.g., coping with graduate studies), see a Study Skills Specialist during drop-in hours. Free brochures on topics such as Time Management, Active Reading, Note-taking, Exam Preparation, and Study Skills for itv students are available. A variety of study skills videotapes are also available through Video and Film Services (D299 Loeb).

International Student Advisory

The International Student Advisor is available to discuss particular concerns international students may have. An orientation program is held every September and January for incoming international students. Information and assistance concerning university education, financial assistance, UHIP health coverage, immigration regulations, and the general adjustment to a new living situation are available. Please call for drop-in and appointment times.

University Centre

The University Centre (Unicentre) is a non-academic, student-oriented building which serves as the hub of the campus. It is home to the Carleton University Students' Association and virtually all of its operations (i.e. coffeehouse, pub, convenience store). Its location and atmosphere makes it the perfect meeting place and an ideal setting for events of interest to all students.

In addition to housing CUSA services, the Unicentre is home to: Student Life Services, Information Carleton, Ombuds Services, the Graduate Students' Association, a division of the Ontario Public Information Research Group, and the Paul Menton Centre. Porter Hall, which is available for both on- and off-campus groups to rent, is also located within the Unicentre.

For a more complete list of the services available, please see the section entitled Carleton University Students' Association. (See p.17)

Writing Tutorial Service

The Writing Tutorial Service offers individual and small group tutorials to students who want advice on the writing of university essays. The tutors provide practical instruction on all aspects of the writing process from the initial research and data-gathering, to the exploration and organization of ideas, through to the final preparation of the manuscript. In addition, the service regularly presents workshops on style and the general principles of essay writing at the request of Faculty and/or Teaching Assistants. The service is offered free of charge to all Carleton students, part-time and full-time, graduate and undergraduate. For an appointment or information, call 520-6632 or visit 215 Paterson Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.