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Animal Care grad begins new career pathway at Durham College

Durham College (DC) Animal Care graduate Rebeca Martiniello’s decision to return to school after the pandemic has landed her just where she wanted to be:...

Indigenous student Jakob Olive and his beadwork
Indigenous student embraces and shares his culture at Durham College

To reach Durham College (DC), Jakob Henry Olive travels 10 hours south from his home in Michipicoten First Nation near Wawa, Ontario. While Oshawa may...

A combined pic of two DC graduates, photographed in their homes.
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...

Mourin Moyen is pictured holding a #DCProud sign and a and I love DC sign.
Addictions and Mental Health graduate embraces global competency challenges at Durham College, preparing her to work with diverse communities

Graduate spotlight: Mourin Moyen Mourin Moyen seized every opportunity for personal growth while she studied at DC, exploring student leadership, global learning and cultural experiences....

A photo of Priyansh Maheshwari holding a circuit board.
Biomedical Engineering Technology grad credits hands-on learning at DC for lasting impact on his career

Graduate spotlight: Priyansh Maheshwari A hands-on approach to learning, including a successful field placement, has helped Durham College (DC) Biomedical Engineering Technology graduate Priyansh Maheshwari...

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...

Laurenne Mercier boards a plane and smiles.
DC alumna plays a key role for storied NHL franchise

Alumna spotlight: Laurenne Mercier For Laurenne Mercier, completing the Sport Business Management graduate certificate program at Durham College (DC) was an invaluable stepping stone to...

Ashley Green and Scott Dennis hold up a DC jacket.
Overcoming challenges to excel in class and on the volleyball court

When Durham College (DC) hosts the inaugural college/university sitting volleyball tournament next March, Ashley Green will hit the court with pride. The first-year Recreation Therapy...

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...