The Paul Menton Centre (PMC) is the designated department at Carleton University that coordinates di
The Paul Menton Centre is responsible for the coordination of academic accommodations and support services for students with disabilities.
Operating as usual
On the advice of Ottawa Public Health, Carleton University staff will be working remotely from Dec 20, 2021 to Jan 31, 2022.
During this time all PMC appointments, including new registrations, will be virtual.
To book an appointment please contact us at 613-520-6608 or [email protected]
We’re excited to join the action on Instagram!
We’ll be using the platform to share key dates, deadlines and university updates; content geared to supporting student success; connect students with resources available on the Carleton campus; and more!
Find and follow us to be in the loop when things get started!
https://www.instagram.com/carletonpmc/
PMC is excited to introduce the MORE pilot program!
Meta-cognition, Outcomes, Resilience and Education (MORE) is a program for new PMC-registered students aimed at the improvement of academic and mental health outcomes through enhanced supports.
MORE is designed to replace/phase-out the MESS program.
Additional details about the pilot, instructions to receive a referral to the program, and who to contact with questions is all available on our website: https://carleton.ca/pmc/current-students/more/
"MORE" Meta-cognition, Outcomes, Resilience and Education (MORE) is a pilot program for new PMC-registered students aimed at the improvement of academic
NEW STUDENTS: Don't forget to register for PMC Fall Orientation!
With live presentations, a student success panel, and a Q&A session, this virtual event is the perfect opportunity to become acquainted with PMC services, staff, faculty, and programs that support the individual learning needs of students registered with the centre.
Check out our website to view the event schedule and register to attend:https://carleton.ca/pmc/registering-with-pmc/pmc-fall-orientation/
The Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities encourages all incoming and/or new PMC Students to participate in a two-part PMC Fall Orientation*
Hey new students, have you registered for PMC Fall Orientation yet? We encourage all new PMC students to register for our two-part virtual event.
With live presentations, a student success panel, and a Q&A session, this is the perfect opportunity to become acquainted with PMC services, staff, faculty, and programs that support the individual learning needs of students registered with the centre.
Check out our website to view the event schedule and register to attend: https://carleton.ca/pmc/registering-with-pmc/pmc-fall-orientation/
The Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities encourages all incoming and/or new PMC Students to participate in a two-part PMC Fall Orientation*
Wondering how to make the most of online learning?
Professor Chris Motz, from the Carleton Department of Psychology, has launched a YouTube series about the Science of Academic Success.
Click the link for more information on the series and to watch to introductory video!
https://carleton.ca/pmc/2020/the-science-of-student-success/
Wondering how to make the most of online learning? Professor Chris Motz, from the Carleton Department of Psychology, has launched a YouTube series about the Science of Academic Success. Each video discusses a different aspect of successful university-life, what the research and science has to say ab...
New to Carleton?
CU 1001 is your online crash course in getting and staying connected with your academics and the Carleton community.
Registration is free and details are available on the SEO website.
https://carleton.ca/seo/orientation/cu-1001/
What is CU 1001? The CU 1001 program is a free online bundled mini course experience that provides new students with a focused introduction to the
New to Carleton University?
The Paul Menton Centre (PMC) is the designated department at Carleton University that coordinates disability services on campus. In addition to providing test, exam and classroom accommodations, PMC focuses on assisting each student to develop the skills and strategies needed for academic success.
New students are encouraged to book an intake appointment during the summer to avoid potential wait-times during September semester start.
To learn more about PMC’s service offerings and registration process, visit our website or contact us at [email protected], or at 613-520-6608.
https://carleton.ca/pmc/registering-with-pmc/
To register with PMC To register with the Paul Menton Centre, you will need to book an intake appointment with a PMC Disabilities Coordinator. During the
Don’t forget to request your accommodations for your late summer term courses!
Students who have received PMC accommodations previously can submit their request by logging into the myPMC Portal on Carleton Central or by booking a phone appointment with their coordinator. If this is your first time requesting accommodations or you’d like to book an appointment, please email our front desk at [email protected]
Visit our website to learn more about requesting accommodations using the myPMC portal.
https://carleton.ca/pmc/current-students/mypmc-portal/
MyPMC is part of the University's ongoing efforts to integrate services for students with disabilities at Carleton. To activate myPMC, you must meet with
In following the recommendations from Ottawa Public Health and Carleton University, our office is currently operating remotely. For more information, see our PMC Operations and Services post: https://carleton.ca/pmc/2020/pmc-operations-and-services/
To support the University’s effort to promote social distancing on campus, and for the safety of our students and staff, the PMC office is physically closed but we are maintaining services remotely.
For current students registered with PMC: Your PMC Coordinators are working remotely. Please contact them via email. If a meeting is required, they will arrange a phone call or videoconference with you.
To register with PMC: We welcome all new students to please email [email protected] and one of our staff members will start the intake process.
For all other inquiries, email [email protected] or call 613-520-6608 and someone will respond to you.
For campus-wide updates, visit the CU Coronavirus (COVID-19) webpage. The Coronavirus COVID-19 website is also an excellent source of information.
Register for Focus Group #1: https://carleton.ca/qualityinitiatives/119945-2/
Register for Focus Group #2: https://carleton.ca/qualityinitiatives/119950-2/
Space is limited, so pre-registration is required.
If you have any questions about the focus groups or would like to have a one-on-one discussion to provide feedback, please contact Mandi Crespo in the Office of Quality Initiatives at [email protected]
Join us!
A series of three one-hour workshops around employment and the neurodiverse student.
Hosted by READ (Research, Education, Accessibility and Design); presented by Laura Brawn (David C. Onley Institute).
When:
Two sessions of three workshops each will be held:
Mondays: 2-3pm; March 9, 16 and 23
OR
Thursdays: 2-3pm; March 12, 19 and 26
Where:
PMC Boardroom; 501F UC
Questions or Disability Accommodation Needs?
Contact Laura Brawn, [email protected]ca.
The Paul Menton Centre and The Peace Room invite you to attend guided meditation sessions, no registration needed.
Come as you are; all staff, faculty, and students are welcome!
What to Bring:
– Your busy mind
– Water bottle
– Optional: yoga mat, block or pillow
Accommodations: accessible entrance and washrooms, low lighting, soft furnishings.
For deadlines please reference: https://carleton.ca/registrar/registration/dates-and-deadlines/
For more information and registration visit: https://carleton.ca/pmc/cu-events/workshop-taking-notes-with-glean-2-2/
Stressed? BounceBack has you covered!
Mental and physical health are fundamentally linked. BounceBack can help you get active by doing the things you love and learning how to plan more exercise into your life, please visit bouncebackontario.ca
Take care of your body. Mental and physical health are fundamentally linked. BounceBack can help you get active by doing the things you love and learning how to plan more exercise into your life, please visit bouncebackontario.ca
Take care of your body. Mental and physical health are fundamentally linked. BounceBack can help you get active by doing the things you love and learning how to plan more exercise into your life, please visit bouncebackontario.ca
National Educational Association of Disabled Students
We are now accepting applications for our disability awards: deadline May 10th! For more info and to apply, visit neads.ca/en/about/projects/ete2/scholarship/.
Accessible Media Inc. Accessible Canada
Happening NOW! 11am - 1pm, join Accessible Career Transitions (ACT) and Carleton University Accessible Experiential Learning (CUAEL) staff to talk about next steps!
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Exams don't need to be stressful!
WORKSHOP: Reduce Exam Anxiety
WHEN:
November 27: 11:00am - 12:00pm
November 29: 11:00am - 12:00pm
December 3: 11:00am - 12:00pm
December 5: 11:00am - 12:00pm
December 7: 11:00am - 12:00pm
WHERE: PMC / 501 University Centre
RSVP: [email protected]
In this talk, Kevin Gotkin charts some possibilities for disability aesthetics, and the protocols that emerge from artmaking that refuses to crystallize within imaginations of the typical.
WHEN: Tuesday, November 20th from 7:00pm - 9:00pm
WHERE: Carleton University Art Gallery (Lower Floor, St. Patick's Building)
ADMISSION IS FREE.
ASL Interpretation will be provided. Carleton University Art Gallery is an accessible building.
Test Talk Workshop:
Explore concerns about and strategies for: test preparation, goal-setting, test day, test anxiety, test-writing, and posttest.
2 Options:
• Thurs, Nov 15 (1—2pm)
• Tues, Nov 20 (11am—12pm)
To register, email Bruce at [email protected] or call the PMC front desk at 613-520-6608.
Both workshops will be held in 501 University Centre.
Study Strategies Workshop:
Learn study strategies for any discipline (arts, sciences, technology) that can be used for any type of test (multiple choice, short answer, essay).
2 Options:
• Wed, Nov 21 (11am—12pm)
• Thurs, Nov 22 (1—2pm)
To register, email [email protected] or call the PMC front desk at 613-520-6608.
Both workshops will be held in 501 University Centre.
It’s go time! We’re looking forward to meeting potential new Carleton students at Make the CUT. Visit us at our table if you have any questions about the Paul Menton Centre.
Do you put off assignments and studying until the last minute?
Join us at our procrastination workshop on Monday, March 5th at 1:00 pm to learn about:
– Why people procrastinate
– What type of procrastinator you are
– Specific strategies to help reduce procrastination
– The impact of procrastinating
The workshop will be held in 513 University Centre.
Email [email protected] to register!
We recently made our wordmark more accessible!
Are you looking to improve your note-taking skills? Want to learn more about new technologies designed to help you capture and organize important lecture information?
We’ll be hosting note-taking workshops this semester to help you get the most out of your classes! For more information on the types of strategies and software that we’ll be discussing, check out our new video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiUPcj3mGXo
Workshops will be held in the PMC boardroom, 501 UC on the following dates:
- Tuesday, February 27— 11am to 12pm
- Wednesday, February 28 — 11am to 12pm
- Thursday, March 1 — 11am to 12pm
- Tuesday, March 6 — 3pm to 4pm
- Wednesday, March 7 — 3pm to 4pm
- Thursday, March 8 — 3pm to 4pm
Email [email protected] to register!
You’re invited to Net Night: Engineering, Computer Science & IT, Carleton University’s first industry-specific networking event of 2018!
Students, this is your chance to network exclusively with STEM industry professionals! This event is designed for students in our renowned engineering, computer science, and IT programs to meet and network with employers from high-tech, computing, IT companies and engineering firms.
This is a stand up and mingle style event. You will have the opportunity to mingle and chat with recruiters and industry professionals, make connections, learn more about companies in the industry, and discuss their upcoming employment opportunities. Light food and drink will be served.
Please register to attend on mySuccess (login via Carleton Central).
Any students with a disability who would like assistance navigating this event should contact Career Services via email at [email protected] or by phone 613-520-6611.
Join us at the Financial Services Career Fair for Paul Menton Centre - Carleton University Students on Thursday, February 8th in 2224 Richcraft Hall. Hosted by the Employment Accessibility Resource Network - EARN, along with the Research, Education, Accessibility and Design (READ) Initiative and the Carleton Disability Awareness Centre (CDAC), this career fair will focus on job opportunities in the financial sector open exclusively to students and recent graduates with a disability.
Come join us to find out about a variety of employment opportunities that exist in the financial sector and financial roles in other sectors.
The Career Fair will run in two sessions, 11AM to 2PM and 3PM to 6PM. Register soon for the session you prefer as space is limited.
To register for session 1, please visit: https://events.carleton.ca/financial-services-career-fair-for-pmc-students-session-one/.
To register for session 2, please visit: https://events.carleton.ca/financial-services-career-fair-for-pmc-students-session-two/.
When it comes to writing, do you: Procrastinate? Tell yourself you can't write well? Dread the whole process?
Our writing anxiety workshop will help you understand your writing anxiety and develop strategies to cope with it- and maybe even enjoy writing!
Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Time: 10:00am-11:30am
Location: CUSA Boardroom - UC 513
Email [email protected] to register!
Do you still need to request your accommodations for the winter term? Returning students can submit their request online! Learn how in the video below.
Please note some students may be prompted to schedule an appointment with their PMC Coordinator.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/jDfB7QVJwQ4
Through myPMC you may request and update class, test, and exam accommodations.
Looking to relieve some of your exam season stress? Want to take a break from your textbooks and course notes? Do you like cute dogs?
Carleton Disability Awareness Centre will have therapy dogs in the UC Atrium today from 12-2pm!
Therapy dogs via CDAC in the UC Atrium today (Dec. 8) from 12-2pm!
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