President’s pressure pays off
The persistence of Carleton president Roseann Runte in lobbying the provincial and federal governments for funding has earned the university $52.5 million, meaning students will have access to two new buildings by 2011.
The funding, announced May 25, will go towards Carleton’s Waterfront Project, according to Carleton spokesperson, Steve Blais.
Kroeger gala highlights Canadians’ contributions
Carleton University’s ninth annual Arthur Kroeger Awards Gala will be especially remembered in Carleton’s history, as this year's ceremony marks the first since Arthur Kroeger’s death.
The gala took place on May 7 at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier Hotel.