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Training future frontline responders: DC paramedic program prioritizes mental health and well-being

Paramedics are the frontline responders in medical emergencies, bridging the critical gap between the scene of an incident and hospital care. Their expertise, quick thinking,...

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...

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Two generations, one classroom: A mother and son’s unique journey to DC

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: CHERALEE AND JAMES CLEARY Cheralee Cleary has fond memories of walking her son, James, to his first days of elementary school but never...

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Distinguished journalist preparing students for a rewarding career

Faculty spotlight – Alvin Ntibinyane At Durham College, students learn from accomplished professors who bring their extensive, real-world experience to the classroom. In this series,...

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Honouring her son through education: Danita Algar’s inspirational journey to DC

Graduate Spotlight – Danita Algar Having been a stay-at-home mother for many years, returning to the classroom was the last place Danita Algar pictured herself,...

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Yash Sawant is part of the AI revolution

Graduate Spotlight – Yash Sawant Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the world every day, and students like Yash Sawant are embracing it and the multitude...