Paterson Hall is named after Norman Paterson, one of Canada’s longest serving senators whose generous financial support helped to develop Carleton’s world-renowned programs in international affairs.
Here you’ll find the College of Humanities, the Department of History, the Department of Philosophy, the Institute for African Studies, the CAEL Office and the School of Linguistics and Language Studies.
A branch of the Bank of Nova Scotia is located on the lower level.
Accessibility Guide
Parking
15 accessible visitor parking spaces in P1. 1 accessible visitor parking space near the East entrance to Paterson Hall. For information on accessible permit parking, visit Parking Services.
Exterior Entrances
3 accessible entrances. Main entrance has ramp and leads to level 2 (near the Quad). 2 entrances lead to level 1 (near Herzberg and Southam Hall).
Interior Entrances
Tunnel entrance with door opener and ramp leads to level 1.
Elevators
1 elevator serves all levels. It features tactile and braille buttons and an audible announcement system (beeps).
Washrooms
Accessible stalls in male multi-stall washrooms on levels 1 (door opener) and 2-3 (open entry). Accessible stall in multi-stall female washroom on level 1 (door opener). Partially-accessible* universal washroom located off tunnel on level 1 (*no door opener). Numerous accessible washroom options in nearby MacOdrum Library.
Telephones
Pay phones on second level are accessible.
Classrooms
Classrooms and labs are generally accessible. Minor modifications are needed for some – i.e. desks with knee clearance for wheelchair users.
Study Areas
There is a small study/lounge area on each level.
Food/Beverages
Vending machines at tunnel junction and closest cafeteria/lounge facilities are in the University Centre.
Dining Services
Please visit the Dining Services website to view all campus dining locations.
Printing
For the nearest public printing location, visit CU on the Go.
Existing Obstacles
No accessible washrooms in the building; no emergency phones above the second level.
Remarks/Hints
When using language labs, students may wish to request a booth which can accommodate a wheelchair. Students should get their own key to the accessible washroom at tunnel entrance from the Paul Menton Centre at the beginning of the academic year.