DC Blog Archives

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From Photography to Social Services and beyond: finding a calling at DC

Jacqueline Woods’ time at Durham College (DC) has taken her on an unpredictable and unexpected journey. It began in DC’s Photography program. After learning about...

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Durham College graduates earn spots in competitive rehabilitation master's programs

For many students, Durham College’s (DC) Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant (OTA/PTA) program is a deliberate first step toward becoming a registered occupational therapist...

Recreation Therapy graduate turns Lakeridge Health experience into career opportunity

A field placement can do more than provide workplace experience. For Durham College (DC) Recreation Therapy graduate Kyle Repulles, it became the first step toward...

DC alumnus turns a commitment to community into a fulfilling career

For Gary Paulin, returning to Durham College (DC) feels like coming full circle. Twenty-five years after graduating from DC’s Police Foundations program, Paulin is again...

Reagan wears a black graduation gown and a green-and-white stole and stands outdoors holding two bouquets of flowers. Red and pink autumn leaves cover the ground and fill the background.

Building a career in the construction industry

Graduate Spotlight: Reagan Francis-Newman Reagan Francis-Newman is about to become a two-time Durham College (DC) graduate. After completing the Civil Engineering Technology Advanced Diploma in...

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Hands-on learning makes all the difference for Communicative Disorders Assistant graduate

Graduate Spotlight: Adrianna Frucci Adrianna Frucci is passionate about helping people communicate. With her sights set on a career as a speech language pathologist, she...

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Alumna Kirstine Farmer shares her reason for staying connected and supporting DC

Kirstine Farmer is a Public Relations graduate who is recognized as an Alumni Leader for her continued philanthropic support of Durham College (DC) and its...

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Taking risks, embracing creativity and building a future in Canada

Graduate spotlight: Diana Santos When Diana Santos left Nigeria to pursue post-secondary education in Canada, they were already a published artist, having illustrated a number...

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General Arts & Science: a solid foundation for graduate’s future learning

Graduate Spotlight: Patrick Steen Patrick Steen is confident that his experience in General Arts & Science at Durham College (DC) will serve him well as...

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Questions about starting at DC? Come Ask Us Anything!

Whether you are thinking about starting your educational journey at Durham College (DC) or have already applied and have questions, our team is here to...