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Research Info Session

The Research Info Session is a presentation designed to help undergraduate students understand what research is and how they can get involved with it at Carleton.

Many students are curious about research but don’t know where to start. This session breaks it down in a beginner-friendly way and connects students with real opportunities across the School of Computer Science.

🧩 What It Is​

  • A presentation-style event that introduces:
    • What research actually means in computer science
    • The difference between research and coursework
    • How to get involved with research as an undergraduate
    • The kinds of projects happening at Carleton
  • Includes guest speakers from Carleton’s research labs
  • Students hear directly from professors or grad students about how to join their labs, volunteer, or pursue honours projects

🧑‍🏫 Jit Bose's Contribution​

In both 2023–2024 and 2024–2025, Prof. Jit Bose has offered to present a portion of the session dedicated to explaining what research is, especially for students unfamiliar with academic or theoretical research.

This portion sets the stage for students before hearing from specific lab representatives and is essential for grounding the conversation.

⚠️ Things to Consider​

Confirm Lab Participation Early​

  • Reach out to lab representatives well in advance to confirm participation and collect short summaries of what their lab works on.