welcome to the shad valley program hosted by carleton university

WELCOME TO THE SHAD VALLEY PROGRAMHOSTED BYCARLETON UNIVERSITYDr. Adrian D.C. ChanAssociate ProfessorDept Systems & Computer Engineering1125 Colonel By DriveOttawa ON K1S 5B6June 11, 2009I am Adrian Chan, Program Director of the Carleton University Shad Valley program. I would like tocongratulate you on your selection into the Shad Valley Program! I also would like to welcome you toCarleton University a national-class university, committed to hosting a world-class summer program. Getready for one of the most memorable months of your already-full and accomplished life!The staff and I are committed to providing as fine a program as we can, consistent with the Shadmandate and our assigned resource base. We will give it everything we have and expect the same fromyou. We hope you will arrive with a positive attitude and expect you to try your hardest to share yourtalents with others, contribute to the aims and objectives connected with the program, and enjoy yourpersonal growth.Please read the enclosed document carefully (and read it immediately as there are some things youneed to communicate to us now!). It is full of helpful information and provides advice on a range ofissues that are essential for you to absorb beforehand. If you have any questions whatsoever, discuss theissue with your parents and then contact me if need be.I am looking forward to your safe passage to Carleton University and to meeting you on Sunday June 28,2009; perhaps as much as you are looking forward to your Shad Valley Adventure.Shadly yours,Adrian D. C. ChanProgram DirectorCarleton University Shad ValleyP.S. You can find more information about the Carleton Shad Valley program athttp://shad.carleton.ca.Copies of maps and forms can also be found athttp://www.eng.carleton.ca/shad/forms/Page 1 of 16

Frequently Asked Questions1. What are the arrival and departure times for the Carleton Shad Valley program?Arrive at Carleton Stormont Residence as close as possible to 1:00 pm Sunday June 28, 2009. Shadsmust vacate the residence by 10:00 am Friday July 24, 2009.2. Are there accommodations available before June 28, 2009 or after July 24, 2009?Accommodations are available for early and late arrivals at a cost of $35.45 per night (includes taxes andbreakfast). Please note that the Carleton Shad Valley staff cannot assume responsibility for aShad before June 28, 2009 or after July 24, 2009. To arrange accommodations for early arrivals orlate departures:1. Clearly indicate an early arrival/late departure on your Shad Travel Form.2. Go to the website http://www.carleton.ca/housing/tourandconf/guests/ and fill out theReservation form and send it back to Tours and Conference by fax or email (as indicated on thiswebsite). Clearly indicate on the form that you are a participant in the 2009 Shad Valley program.Note: Accommodations during the program are already arranged, so if you are not arriving early ordeparting late, you do not have to do anything but provide us your Shad Travel Form.3. Will Shads be picked up at the airport/train station/bus station, or will they need to takea taxi or shuttle service to the campus?Shads are responsible for finding transportation to and from Carleton Stormont residence for arrival anddeparture. Transportation options are provided in this letter.4. What is the mailing address for the Carleton Stormont residence?c/o Carleton University Shad Valley4th Floor Stormont, Carleton University Residence1233 Colonel By DriveOttawa, ON K1S 5B7Page 3 of 16

2. We expect you make the most you possibly can of the Shad experience for yourself and others. Got aproblem? Let us know -- we'll try to fix it!Everything else is designed to promote these expectations. For example,• We expect that you get enough sleep so that you are able to meet Expectation 1.• We expect you will let the rest of us sleep. See Expectation 2.• We expect you to let us know where you are at all times. We are responsible for your safety and wellbeingthis month. We need to be able to tell your families – whenever they may call – that we can findyou right away. We need to be able to count Shads fast so we know immediately who’s overslept theiralarm, gotten lost or, perhaps, found trouble. See Expectation 2.• You are surrounded by some of the most interesting young people in Canada. We expect you to get toknow them. We also expect you to avoid getting so immersed in one or two exclusive friendships thatyou miss the opportunity to get to know all your fellow Shads. See Expectation 1.We are not interested in laying out an elaborate set of rules and making a game out of plugging theloopholes. We rather rely on your use of common sense and respect. Does your behavior build – orundermine – the Shad community? What are you going to contribute today? How are you going to helpothers contribute?With that in mind, there are still some rules that need to be followed and below we are presenting tenfundamental rules. The acceptance of these rules by staff and students alike is a minimum condition forparticipation in the program. Violation of, or disregard for these rules or any other action or attitude thatputs into serious jeopardy the health, safety or well being of the students and staff of this program willresult in dismissal of the offender. We must protect Shad participants – and ourselves.1. Compliance with federal, provincial, regional and municipal law, plus safety regulations within theuniversity laboratories and facilities, is of course mandatory.2. We assure everyone of a 100% tobacco, alcohol and drug – free experience, anytime, anywhere, noexceptions whatsoever. We mean it.3. All usual rules and regulations of the Carleton University residences apply. These are minimal, and wewill brief you about them on your arrival.4. Curfew. At this time you must be in your own room. Carleton security staff will provide protection andpeace of mind for you.5. At all times, your behavior should be consistent with accepted community standards of safety, healthand good manners. Be respectful and be thoughtful to others. For example, quiet time is valued.Keep loud conversations or noisy activities away from the corridors. Pranks and/or shenanigans areto be avoided.6. Common meeting areas are available for group interactions when there are no other scheduleprogram activities (i.e. no room visits!). Be present at the "late show", in time for head count.7. Given the Shad Valley aims and focus, mutually inclusive relationships are the norm.8. Unless under the direct supervision of a staff member, remain on the residence floor (Stormont)between the night hours of 11:00 pm and 7:00 am.9. We expect punctuality, co-operation, and participation for all program activities.10. Get the most out of your Shad experience and give people the most for their Shad experience!Page 5 of 16

What to Bring?Dress will be casual for most of the daily activities of the program. You should bring adequate clothing fora couple of formal activities such as the banquet, presentations, and formal meetings. The amount ofclothing you bring depends on how often you plan to do your laundry. We recommend you bring 1 to 2week’s worth of clothes. The weather can range from 10°C to 35°C so be prepared for both extremes,although the higher end of the range (with significant humidity) is more the norm for July in Ottawa. Ourresidence is air-conditioned, so fans are not necessary. You also must have clothing appropriate for hikesand outings in Gatineau Park and along the Rideau Canal. Bring only as much stuff as you can carrycomfortably. The following list should help you plan what to bring and what not to bring. This listrecognizes both your reality and the needs of the program. Remember that you will be doing your ownlaundry for four weeks. For your information, washes and drying cycles each cost $1.50 in the residencelaundromat.GroupMUSTBringShouldBringMayBringDoNOTBringItemsSense of humor, willingness to work hard, mug, water bottle (something good for hiking likea Nalgene), towel(s), eyeglasses (extra pair) and/or contact lenses (extra pair +prescription) and sun glasses. Insect repellent;, sun screen (minimum SPF30); lip cream; hat(sun/rain); light jacket (wind/rain); swim suit; running shoes; sensible walking shoes;sleeping bag; back-pack; photo id; alarm clock; calculator. Positive attitude and an openmind. All of these items are "musts".Camping tent (we are trying to arrange tents for everyone and we will let you know if wesucceed at this or not; if we do you do not need your tent); shoes (formal); socks(sports\formal); underwear & night wear (PJ's); pants, jeans, shorts, slacks; shirts(tee\sweat\formal); business attire (boys: jacket & tie; girls: equivalent); junk clothes (i.e.clothes that you will not care about when they get permanently soiled…); personal toiletries(shampoo, etc); favorite musical instrument (including keyboards); sports equipment(racquet, baseball glove, etc); camera & film/digital media; music (CD/sheet); flash light;pocket money (depending on your spending habits, most students bring about $250 pocketmoney; some of this should be put on the student card you get on arrival for such things asthe laundry machines and vending machines); long distance calling card; writing material;reading material; address/phone book; USB drive. Something cultural (we will be hosting amulti-cultural event which you will participate in; be creative in how you want to representyour culture!)We must emphasize the need to bring your favorite musical instrument, provided it is not apiano! Bagpipes are especially sought after (check out the name of the residence)! Wehave seen so many sad Shads who didn't want to risk bringing their expensive instrumentsfor fear of damage or theft and then be disappointed for not being able to join the variousmusical groups formed every year. We cannot guarantee the complete safety of yourinstruments, so we will leave it up to you. An upright piano will be available.Video camera, show & tell stuff, favorite stuffed animal or toy, pillow, CD player, radio,home-made cookies for the program director (chocolate chip if possible… seriously).(This is for real). A poor attitude, automobile, motorcycle, piano, bed linen, passport,computers, mobile phone, Nintendo, Game Boys or any other game system, TV's, live pets.Leave behind poor attitudes, automobile, motorcycle, piano, bed linen, passport,computers, mobile phone, Nintendo, Game Boys or any other game system, TV's, live pets.Page 6 of 16

Note: We recognize that some Shads will want to bring mobile phones for emergency contact duringtheir travels. If it is vital for you to have your mobile phone with you during your travels be sure to turnoff your phone and safely store it in your room for the duration of the program (this means do not turn itback on until the end of the program). Resources will be made available for you to contact your familyduring the program and if your family needs to reach you during the program, they may contact theProgram Director or Program Manager (we are reachable 24/7 for emergencies).ComputersWe normally set-up a local network (about 8 stations) hooked to the university's backbone. This networkwill have connectivity to the Internet, Email services, and software packages with MS products for wordprocessing, spreadsheets and presentations. Leave behind your personal computer; they cannot besecured here. Internet connectivity is available but not in the rooms assigned to us in Stormont. Bringinga USB drive would be useful.StaffThe staff of the 2009 Carleton University Shad Valley Program consists of: a Program Director, ProgramManager, Assistant Program Manager Logistics Director, Recreation Director, several coordinating FacultyMembers, four Program Assistants, and a Junior Program Assistant. All staff are from Carleton Universityand selected for their commitment to excellence and to the goals of the Shad Valley program.TimetableLife in Shad Valley is very busy. While the program is flexible in scope it must have a framework to giveit structure, orientation and balance. Copies of the detailed program timetable will be released on aweek-by-week basis in sufficient time for you to be prepared for the scheduled lectures, workshops, fieldtrips, etc. Note the need for the level of commitment: we expect all Shads to attend and activelyparticipate in all planned events. If there are reasons that may preclude you from participating incertain activities you must let us know immediately!Guest Speakers and WorkshopsThe program also is enhanced by a number of guest lectures given by well-known speakers on a varietyof topics. Some of the topics covered in the past include: The Real 300 (The Battle of Thermopylae andWarfare in Ancient Greece), Small Science for Big Impact, Graph Theory, and Biomedical Engineering.This year we will repeat some of them and also introduce a number of new topics presented by topspeakers from industry, government and academe.FoodEveryone will be eating cafeteria meals for almost four weeks. Carleton’s food services are considered bymany to be amongst the finest at Canadian and American universities (I like the omelets!). There is ahealthy variety for all meals, which will accommodate most tastes or restrictions due to medical orreligious reasons (vegetarian, kosher, halal, food allergies, etc.) Regardless, we must know of dietaryrequirements you may have. Please provide us with this information as soon as possible.ResidenceAll students live in double rooms. Each room has two single beds, two desks and one or two sets ofshelves, a cabinet sink with a set of three drawers, one mirror, two closets (limited or no hangersthough), and two large drawers that store under the beds. Two adjacent rooms share a washroom andshower. Please bring your own towel, soap, shampoo, etc. In the past, students have complained aboutthe very thin pillows so you might plan to bring your own pillow from home. We have the entire 4th floorof the Stormont residence to ourselves.Page 7 of 16

As we keep a busy schedule throughout the program, which requires full participation of Shads in allactivities, Shads will not be able to host outside visitors (or visit acquaintances in the area).We encourage Shads visit acquaintances before or after the program, and during Open Day, which isscheduled for Thursday July 23, 2009.Security: Access to the floor is restricted to Shad participants, cleaning staff, and Campus Security staff.All room doors lock, and from time-to-time students lock their keys in the room, so carrying your keyaround your neck is considered to be a good idea. There is a "girls" wing and a "boys" wing. No sleepoversallowed. We have reserved 4 extra rooms for meetings, workshops, etc.Open DayOn Thursday July 23, 2009, from 11:30 am to 3:00 pm, we will have an Open Day and display samples ofthe work and activities that took place during our many projects, workshops, seminars, lectures etc.Parents and visitors can take a closer look at our facilities around campus and our living quarters,lounges, etc. In addition to family and friends, we also host a number of sponsors and the media. Shadsare expected to plan, organize, build and explain the exhibits to our visitors. At 3:00 pm we dismantle allmaterials, return borrowed items back to the university labs and start getting ready for the banquet. Ifyour parents and relatives plan to attend this event and wish to stay overnight remind them to makehotel reservations well in advance - Ottawa is a very popular tourist destination in the summer and mosthotels are fully booked. Accommodations at the Carleton University residences similar to those describedabove can be arranged through the Tour and Conference Centre at (613) 520-5609 or viahttp://www2.carleton.ca/housing/conference-services/guest-accommodations.php.BanquetOn Thursday July 23, 2009 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm we will hold our end-of-program banquet (receptionbeginning at 5:00 pm). This is a gala event and you are expected to dress-up for it. It is a very nicechange of pace from the cafeteria food we will have been enjoying for the past four weeks. The cost isthe same amount ($50.00) for all patrons, children and adults alike. The program absorbs the cost of thisbanquet for Shads and Staff. All other guests must pay. We need to make arrangements very early inthe program (like right now!) to accommodate all extra guests and we will ask you to please completethe form enclosed at the end of this package and fax it to the Program Manager (see contact informationat the end of this document) as soon as possible. We also ask you to bring with you a cheque to coverbanquet tickets for your guests (payable to "Shad International").Variety ShowImmediately following the banquet, from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm, we will have a free attendance VarietyShow in the same room. Produced, directed, acted and choreographed by the students, there will beindividual and group acts, singing, skits etc involving all participants.Medical ConditionsPlease inform us immediately of any medical condition, which may affect your full participation in allprogram activities, including field trips, camping, and sports. This will not affect your standing in theprogram but we must know of any medication or special attention you may require and make necessarypreparations. If you have any questions please call the Program Director (see contact information at theend of this document). Experience from previous years and advice from our campus health services staffindicates that people with asthma or having certain allergic conditions may experience some difficultiesduring the Ottawa summer.TravelHaving been accepted was the hard part; now you need to get here. To ensure that you are introducedto all the other Shads and receive some essential instructions we prefer you arrive as close to 1:00 pm asPage 8 of 16

possible, but certainly not later than 5:00 pm on Sunday June 28, 2009. The earlier you arrive, the moretime you will have to familiarize yourself with the campus, the staff and all the other participants.Note: You are responsible for your travel costs to get to Carleton and to return home from theuniversity. It also is very important that you let us know your travel plans, including carriers, arrival timesand related items as soon as you have finalized them. Please fax this information using the formenclosed at the end of this package. It will help us to help you if you do that as soon as possible. Afterthat, please keep us informed of any last minute changes including travel plans, address, telephonenumber, e-mail and any other items that you think will help us to make smooth arrangements for yourvisit.It’s important that you arrive at Carleton Stormont Residence as close aspossible to 1:00 pm Sunday June 28, 2009.Early Arrivals/Late Departures: The Carleton University Shad Valley program officially begins onSunday June 28, 2009 12:00 noon and ends on Friday July 24, 2009 12:00 noon. The Shad Valleyprogram cannot take on the responsibility for Shad participants that are arriving early and/or departinglate. Note that the staff members are moving into residence on Saturday June 27, 2009; however, will bebusily engaged in preparation of the program.Early Arrival Note: Shad participants that will be in Ottawa and staying in the Carleton Universityresidence on Saturday June 27, 2009 will be placed into the residence room they will have for theprogram duration. For safety concerns, these early arriving Shad participants are expected to stay inresidence (e.g. not travel to downtown Ottawa), leaving only with Shad staff permission. Please contactAdrian Chan for exceptions.Early Arrivals and Late Departures must be acknowledge with a Parent/Guardian’s signatureon the Shad Information Sheet (under the Travel Information section)DepartureIt may seem odd to talk about leaving when you have not arrived yet, but everyone has to be preparedfor this emotional moment. The program ends very late on the evening of Thursday July 23, 2009 andyou may leave very early on Friday July 24, 2009. We must vacate the rooms before 10:00 am that dayand we have to put away all the equipment we borrowed for the program so we would prefer it if youwould depart as early as possible on Friday morning. If you have a bus/train/plane to catch, you maymake reservations for early Friday. If you are departing by bus, train or plane you should plan to get ataxi from Campus with plenty of time, at least two hours, before your scheduled departure time. If yourparents/guardians are picking you up by car, you should plan to do this before 10:00am. If you are notable to make travel arrangements for Friday you may have to make reservations for room and board atthe University Residences for an extra day (subject to availability) and be prepared to pay an extracharge. Please note that we can not be available to supervise your stay in Ottawa past the end of theprogram (i.e. after 12:00 noon, Friday July 24, 2009).Shad Speak!During the program, you will be asked to give a 10-minute presentation on a topic that you are requiredto select - the topic is your choice, so select something that you are comfortable with and you think youcan get others interested in. Yes, your speech may be supported by a PowerPoint presentation but weare much more interested in your speaking skills as opposed to being dazzled by your ability to organizedigits into a glitzy media show. Strongly consider a PowerPoint-less Shad Speak! You must sign up for atime-slot during the timetable listing for Shad Speak. Prepare for this beforehand!Page 9 of 16

Yes the instructions here are vague! But you are now going to Shad. Think about what the program isgoing to be like and start using your creativity!Be sure to prepare your Shad Speak! abstract and prepared for yourtalk before the start of the program.Bio-tileAt the beginning of the program we will be running an introduction activity that will require you to have abio-tile. This is essentially a 6"W x 6"H x 1"D object (or smaller) that you will create to provide somepeople insight on who you are. We expect creativity in your bio-tile, as we expect in all aspects of theprogram! Make sure that you have this ready upon your arrival as we’ll need the bio-tiles that day! Againthe instructions here are vague! Again creativity is the key!Be sure to prepare your bio-tile before the start of the program.Shad-pectationsAs part of this welcome letter to you, we have provided an overview of the program and the expectationswe have for the program and of you. Now we want to hear from you – what are your expectations of theprogram? What are your goals in coming to Shad? We’d like you to write us a letter discussing a fewthings, and included in your letter we’d like you to set some goals.Goal setting is incredibly powerful – we’ve all heard the anecdote about the 3% of Yale graduates whoset clear, written goals for themselves and ended up earning more than the rest of their graduating class!We’d like to hear about your goals as part of your letter. A method that we find particularly effective is tobegin with the end in mind. At the end of your time at Shad, what would you like to have achieved?Ideally, what will you have gotten out of the program, and what will you have contributed? For each ofthese three areas, we’d like you to tell us about what your goal is, and set actions for getting to yourgoal.No idea how to start? Let’s look at an example. If your goal is, "I have 51 new amazing lifelong friendsat Shad", some actions you could include are:• I know every Shad’s name by July 3rd, 2009• I sit beside a new person at every meal by July 5th, 2009.Or let’s say your goal is "I will learn as much as I can from the lecturers, workshops and seminars offeredat Shad", some actions you could set are:• I write down two interesting thoughts from each lecture or workshop by July 26, 2009• I ask a question in every second lecture by July 26, 2009These are just examples, so don’t feel limited by them. Any goal is great, as long as it’s what you wantto get out of the program. The important thing is to set specific goals that are personal, present andtime-bound. Setting personal goals, using "I" instead of "we" or "us" helps you take responsibility fortheir completion, and setting them in the present tense sends a signal to your brain that they’ve alreadyhappened, making them that much more achievable! Keep the actions quantifiable. The goal of gettingthe most out of a lecture is hard to assess but it is easy to see if you have asked a question or not! Lastbut not least, you want to make sure your actions have a by-when date attached to them, because ithelps you hold yourself accountable.So think about 1) what you want to get out of the program, 2) what you are going to give to theprogram, 3) what you will achieve during the program, and 4) how you’re going to get there. Then writeit all down and send it to us in the mail (the old-fashioned kind, not email!) Feel free to include anyPage 10 of 16

additional information or thoughts in your letter. We can’t wait to hear from you! Please address yourletter to :Carleton University Shad Valley Programc/o Adrian ChanDepartment of Systems and Computer Engineering1125 Colonel By DriveOttawa ON K1S 5B6Write your Shad-pectation letter written and mailed out before June 1, 2009.Notes for ParentsVery strong friendships are formed during the program and Shads often wish to delay their departure aslong as possible, staying around until "the last possible minute". We have found that this "protractedgoodbye" makes the closing activities more difficult for Shads and Staff. We seek your support inexpediting departure at the end of the program.It is also important to note how busy the Shads will be during the month and that they will not beavailable to spend time visiting acquaintances in the area or to receive them as guests. It would be mosthelpful to recognize this reality and to encourage such visits either before the activities start or after thefact rather than during the program. Optimally, guests of the Shads would want to attend the Open Dayscheduled for Thursday July 23, 2009.Staff Contact InformationName Position Contact InformationAdrian Chan Program Director Department of Systems and Computer EngineeringCarleton UniversityTel: 613-688-3496Fax: 613-688-3497Email: adrian.chan@shadnet.caLiana Caruso Program Manager Tel: 613-866-7885 (cell)Email: lcaruso@connect.carleton.caPage 11 of 16

TransportationAutomobileBusTrainAirplaneDirectionsVia Highway 417 (runs east-west through the centre of the City of Ottawa). ExitHighway 417 (also called the "Queensway") at Bronson Avenue. Follow BronsonAvenue south approximately 2 km. The campus entrance will be on the right at theintersection of Bronson and Sunnyside Avenue (follow the purple line on the mapabove). Turn West (right) into the campus. Take a right at the first fork and cross thebridge. Continue straight (and a bit to your right) after the stop sign after the bridge.On your right you will see the paid parking for Parking Lot #6, which will have freeparking on Sunday. Walk underneath the Dundas Residence and through theResidence Quad into the Stormont Residence (follow the green line on the mapabove). You will find the Multipurpose Room on the bottom level.The bus station is just a 10-minute taxi ride (~ $10.00) from Carleton. Ask the driverto take you to Carleton University Residence Commons. Walk through the indoors toMultipurpose Room (follow the cyan line on the map above).Alternatively, using public transit ( ~ $3.00), take bus #4 Hurdman from directly fromin front of the bus Station Centrale to the stop directly in front of Stormont House andResidence Commons, the second stop on Carleton’s campus. Ask the driver toannounce the stop, if you wish. Travel Time: 15 mins.The train station is just a 15-minute taxi ride (~ $15.00) from Carleton. Ask the driverto take you to Carleton University Residence Commons. Walk through the indoors toMultipurpose Room (follow the cyan line on the map above).Alternatively, using public transit (~ $3.00), go to the westbound platform of Traintransitway station directly from in front of the station and take #95 Fallowfield or#95x Baseline to Bayview Station . Ask the driver to announce the stop, if you wish.Be sure to take a transfer from the driver. At Bayview, take the O-Train south toCarleton station. Exit the station and follow the campus map to Stormont House (SH,on the map). Travel Time: 30 mins.Make your reservations early to avoid high fares and to ensure arrival at the righttime. The airport is just a 10-minute taxi ride (~ $18.00) from Carleton. Ask thedriver to take you to Carleton University Residence Commons. Walk through theindoors to Multipurpose Room (follow the cyan line on the map above).Alternatively, using public transit (~ $3.00), take #97x Downtown or #97 Bayshoreto Greenboro Station. Ask the driver to announce the stop, if you wish. Be sure totake a transfer from the driver. At Greenboro, take the O-Train north to Carletonstation. Exit the station and follow the campus map to Stormont House (SH, on themap). Travel Time: 20 mins.Public transit is recommended only if you are able to carry your luggage by yourself. The bus drivers areunable to assist in loading and unloading luggage the way taxi drivers are able to.Information on Ottawa’s public transit system and for schedules for busses and theO-Train are available online at: http://www.octranspo.com .Page 13 of 16

Carleton ShadInformation SheetShad Participant InformationNameAddressTelephoneE-mail Youth-Large Small Medium Large X-LargeT-shirt Size Note: These are standard adult male sizes. Females should consider adjusting their sizes one down. E.g. if youwear a small female size, consider selecting a youth-largeNumber of sleepingNumber of tents I will bring (indicate howbags I will bringmany people can fit in the tent in brackets)Travel InformationArrival Information Sunday June 28, 2009 at ________hours or _____ June __, 2009 at ________ hours(early arrival requires signature below) Auto Train Bus Air Other (specify)Details*Departure Information Friday July 24, 2009 at ________hours or _____ July __, 2009 at ________ hours(late departure requires signature below) Auto Train Bus Air Other (specify)Details**If by Automobile, indicate driver’s name and phone number; if by Train, train number; if by Bus, please indicate departure city andconnections; if by Air, indicate carrier and flight number for all legs of the trip, e.g. AC 441Early arrival/Late Departure Acknowledgment Yes (if yes fill out portion below) NoI acknowledge that the Carleton University Shad Valley program is not taking responsibilityfor Shad participants that are arriving before the beginning of the program or staying afterthe end of the program.Parent/Guardian NameParent/Guardian SignatureDateCarleton University Shad Valley Banquet (Thursday July 23, 2009)This event is free for all Shad Valley Program Students. All other visitors and guests, adults and childrenmust purchase a ticket with a cost of $50.00 (taxes included).Guest Name(s)PhoneNumber of tickets(not including Shad)× $50.00 TotalPlease FAX this form to (613) 688-3497Page 14 of 16

Dragon Boat RacingWaiver and Release of Liability Form (all participants must sign)I am participating in the Rideau Canoe Club Dragon Boat Program at my own risk and waive all claims ofevery nature against The Rideau Canoe Club, its coaching staff, board of directors, members of theRideau Canoe Club and sanctioning bodies, in respect to any personal loss or damage, illness, bodilyinjury or death resulting from participating in the program or caused by third parties during the program.I and my next-of-kin are duly aware of the risks and hazards inherent in both the sport of paddling andentering the premises used for the purposes of launching, docking and storing equipment used in thesport of paddling, and specifically in participating in the Dragon Boat practice sessions held at the RideauCanoe Club, knowing conditions may be hazardous and dangerous and that obstruction may exist, andthat high winds may cause rough water, and that I hereby give notice that I am a competent swimmerand that I voluntarily assume all risks of loss, damage or injury, including death, that may be sustainedby me or to any property in or upon said premises.I agree to properly wear, at all times, during the practice sessions, an approved flotation device or lifejacket.In signing the foregoing release, I hereby acknowledge and represent that I have read the foregoingrelease, I understand it and agree to it voluntarily, that I am 18 years of age or older and of sound mind,or being less than 18 years of age have co-signed with parent or guardian, as the case may be.Team NameParticipantParent/GuardianWitnessDragon Boat Racing – Waiver and Release of LiabilityCarleton University 2009 Shad Valley ProgramName Signature DatePlease FAX this form to (613) 688-3497andbring original hardcopy to the Shad Valley programPage 15 of 16

School of Industrial DesignInformed Consent and Waiver Form (all participants must sign)I, _______________________(name of user) in consideration of my use of the Industrial Design laboratory and studio facilities atCarleton University, 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa Ontario, during the period from June 28, 2009 to July 24, 2009 acknowledgeCarleton University, its Board of Governors, employees, servants or Agents shall not be liable for any injury to my person or loss ordamage to my personal property arising from, or in any way resulting from my use of the laboratory and studio facilities at CarletonUniversity and/or the activities associated with their use.I understand there are potential risks inherent in my use of the laboratories and studios, such as minor or serious injuries resultingfrom my actions, the actions or inaction of others or a combination of both. My use of the laboratories and studios isacknowledgment of the inherent risks involved, and my willingness to assume those risks.I hereby release Carleton University, its Board of Governors, employees, servants or agents, and all others who are involved from allactions, claims and demands that I may at anytime have now or in the future against them for liability of any kind arising out of theuse of the Industrial Design Laboratories and Studios at Carleton University.For the purposes of this agreement, the Design Laboratories and Studios are defined as Wood Lab, Room 217AA; the MouldSimulation Lab, Room 2460ME, the Paint Booth, Room 2464ME, the Sewing Room, 2496ME, the Vacuum Forming Room, 2495ME,the Mass Production Lab, Rooms 2463 & 2493ME and the Metal Lab, Room 2448ME and Studios Rooms 3473ME, 3475ME, 3490MEduring both supervised and unsupervised times.I further agree and understand that I am solely responsible for damages I may cause to equipment or contents of the laboratory orstudios. I agree to reimburse the University for such damage, and acknowledge the cost to repair or replace such damagedequipment or contents shall be deemed as a debt to the University, and shall be subject to the University’s policy on delinquentaccounts published in the University calendar.I understand it is my responsibility to attend and complete the lab introductory sessions before using any of the Industrial Designlaboratory facilities. I will not use any tools or equipment for which I have not received training in its use and operation. I agree toabide by all rules imposed on my use of the laboratories.I further agree to abide by any decisions, which may prevent me from using the laboratory, or any equipment, tools or objectslocated within.UserSchool of Industrial Design – Informed Consent and WaiverI _____________________(name of user) have read and understood the above statements.Parent/GuardianWitnessAddress and PhoneNumber of UserAddress ofParent/GuardianName Signature DatePlease FAX this form to (613) 688-3497andbring original hardcopy to the Shad Valley programPage 16 of 16