Mature students DC Blog Archives

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Mark Dixon and Savant Ross found their career path in the Broadcasting – Radio and Contemporary Media program at Durham College

Graduate Spotlight: Mark Dixon and Savant Ross The Broadcasting – Radio and Contemporary Media program at Durham College (DC) was a perfect fit for Mark...

“The GASC program showed me potential in myself that I didn’t even know existed”: How Peyton DeGuilio found her drive through Durham College’s General Arts & Science program

Graduate spotlight: Peyton DeGuilio When Peyton DeGuilio applied to Durham College’s (DC) General Arts & Science – General Certificate(GASC) program, it wasn’t part of a...

From classroom to career: Brittany Andrey’s journey through the Autism and Behavioural Sciences program at Durham College

Graduate spotlight: Brittany Andrey Brittany Andrey was ready for the excitement and challenges of the world of academics after a break. Despite initial nerves, Brittany...

Thinking about returning to school? Here’s how Durham College empowers mature learners

At Durham College (DC), we understand that the decision to return to school is not taken lightly. Finances, academic performance and employability are all likely...

Finding support and success: A mother and daughter thrive at DC

In 2019, Rania Watts stood at a crossroads in her life. Encouraged by her husband to fulfill her dream of furthering her education, she began...

New year, new you: Some of our most popular programs are accepting students for January

The best time to move forward towards a new or upgraded career is now. Durham College (DC) is ready to support you in the New...

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Cybersecurity student transforms co-op placement into full-time job

Grad spotlight: Melanie Gimoto For Cybersecurity student Melanie Gimoto, experiential learning opportunities at Durham College (DC) – including a co-op placement – led directly to...

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Social Service Worker grad driven by passion for helping others

Graduate Spotlight: Ajurenmisan Emiko For Ajurenmisan Emiko, social work is more than a job. It’s a calling to make a difference in the world. The...

New graduates ready to provide compassionate care to children

Graduate Spotlight: Alexis Joyce and Khala Sutherland After completing six semesters in two years, the new graduates of Durham College’s (DC) compressed Child and Youth...

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DCSA chairperson making the most of her final year

Student Spotlight: Megan Bent In her three years at Durham College (DC), Megan Bent has just about done it all. Currently enrolled in the Sport...