Student walking along the path towards Tory Building in the winter.

State of the Raven - Feb. 2 to 8, 2026

Winter Career & Networking Fair

The 2026 Winter Career & Networking Fair is your opportunity to connect with over 50 hiring employers from a range of industries. Visit the fair this Wed. Feb. 4, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and get a head start on your career this winter.

Important Dates

Refer to the Academic Year calendar for all upcoming important dates.

Black History Month

February is Black History Month, an opportunity for our community to learn and celebrate the cultural diversity and achievements of Black Canadians from the past, present and future. Visit the Black History Month webpage throughout the month for events, stories and more as Carleton highlights Black leadership, achievements and experiences.

Capital Hoops 2026

A limited number of student tickets are still available for the 2026 Capital Hoops Classic! The biggest university basketball game in Canadian university sports takes over the Arena at TD Place on Fri. Feb. 6, 2026.

Stay safe and have fun at these epic Rivalry Series games by following these tips to help reduce harm, be a good neighbour and create a culture of consent. Go Ravens!

GenAI and Student Learning: Understanding Tools, Risks and Responsible Use

Explore how generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) can enhance (not replace) your learning with an in-person session with the Centre for Student Academic Support (CSAS) on Tues. Feb. 10, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Discover how to use GenAI responsibly, reduce cognitive load and strike the right balance between offloading tasks and building essential academic skills. Please register for this event on mySuccess.

Apply for the 2026 Student EDI Research Awards

Students from all faculties can apply for the 2026 Student Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Research Awards by Mon. March 23, 2026. These awards provide students with funding for faculty-supervised EDI research for a four-month project term from Fri. May 1 to Mon. Aug. 31, 2026. An award is available for an undergraduate student valued at $10,000.

Students walking towards Nideyinàn with Canal Building in the background and the Architecture Building on the right.

Planning to Complete Course Work at Another University?

Interested in studying at another university during the summer? Carleton students may be eligible to gain credit for courses taken at another recognized university through a Letter of Permission (LOP).

The deadline for applications to study through a LOP during the summer term is four weeks before the start of classes at the host institution.

Submit Your P9 Green Space Design by Fri. Feb. 6

Last call! Submit your design for Carleton’s P9 Green Space Competition by Fri. Feb. 6, 2026. Help create an inclusive, sustainable campus hub that reflects the Carleton community’s creativity and connection.

Upcoming events

Tue. Feb. 3, 2026
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Support Group for Survivors

Tue. Feb. 3, 2026
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Beyond the Scale – Navigating Eating, Exercise and Body Image Challenges

Wed. Feb. 4, 2026
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Winter Career & Networking Fair

Thu. Feb. 5, 2026
11:00 a.m. to noon
Thriving in Action: Building Resilience for Academic and Personal Success

Fri. Feb. 6, 2026
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
First Year Connections (FYC) Productivity Hour

Fri. Feb. 6, 2026
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Capital Hoops Classic

Sun. Feb. 8, 2026
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Women’s Basketball vs Brock Badgers

Sunday, February 8, 2026
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Men’s Basketball vs Brock Badgers

Office of the Vice-President (Students & Enrolment)
503 Tory Building
1125 Colonel By Drive
Ottawa, ON, Canada, K1S 5B6