Student Profiles DC Blog Archives

Ritika smiles against a white backdrop.
Student’s career path illuminated by work-integrated learning

In recognition of National Day of Work-Integrated Learning on March 26, we’re sharing this story about one of our accomplished students. By combining her passion...

Matthew, Attila, Szandra and Adam Kovacs pose for a photo together.
Durham College dad alum shares his love of learning with his three kids who are all DC students

For Attila Kovacs, lifelong learning isn’t just a philosophy – it’s a way of life. A proud Durham College alum, he has a sticker on...

Carter Graham and his parents Andrew and Michelle pose for a photo wearing DC gear.
Following in his parents’ DC footsteps

When Carter Graham began his studies in the General Arts and Science program at Durham College (DC) last fall, he was carrying on a family...

Kapri Nolan stands in a science lab, holding equipment and smiling.
Looking through the microscope with Biotechnology

Student spotlight – Kapri Nolan After graduating from high school, Oshawa’s Kapri Nolan focused on raising her family. Once her kids were old enough, she...

Vikki Pike smiles in front of a Durham College sign.
Overcoming illiteracy to excel at Durham College

Vikki Pike has made a habit of overcoming the odds. The first-year Durham College (DC) student has experienced learning difficulties from a young age. At...

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....