Fall is an exciting time at Durham College (DC). It’s an opportunity to get involved in the campus community, make new friends and discover everything the Oshawa and Whitby campuses have to offer. Here are a few ideas to get you started and make the most of your campus experience.
New to DC? Throughout the month of September, there are several activities and events scheduled to welcome you to campus. Movie night and the Get Involved and Services Fair are just a couple of the fun ways you can immerse yourself in DC’s campus community and meet other new students.
Still learning the campus? Keep an eye out for Welcome Team volunteers wearing branded T-shirts who are stationed throughout the Oshawa Campus to help you with directions.
Gather a few new friends and cheer on the Durham Lords! From softball and volleyball to basketball and rugby, there are many opportunities to show your #DCPride courtside.
Don’t miss the annual Campus Cup as the men’s and women’s soccer teams take on Ontario Tech!
Get involved and contribute to the campus community, while gaining practical work experience and developing their skills! Made up of student volunteers, the DC Crew supports a variety of areas – from helping incoming students at Orientation to sharing their experience on DC’s social media channels as student content creators.
When you feel great it helps improve your studies. Explore all the options available to you through the Campus Recreation Centre, including intramural teams, sports clubs, health programs and services and even free fitness classes! Download the Campus Rec mobile app today.
With more than 40 student clubs at DC, you are bound to find one that is a fit for you. From gaming to the arts to cheerleading and philanthropy, these clubs are created and managed by students just like you who are looking to connect with others who have similar interests.
Beyond borrowing books, Durham College’s (DC) libraries are a hub of resources and services to help you excel on assignments and prepare for exams. From finding a quiet place to study to researching information to picking up loaned equipment like a laptop, the college’s libraries are ready to help you succeed.
Perfect study spaces
The Oshawa Campus Library has four floors and boasts more than 700 study spaces with options ranging from private group study rooms to silent rooms for those concentrating on solo work. The Dixon-Alger Fireside Reading Room is a scenic spot to relax and focus, especially on a chilly winter day. The room features an electric fireplace and a two-storey glass wall overlooking Polonsky Commons and the reflecting pool.
Located next to the Computer Commons on the Whitby Campus, the Whitby Campus Library is the perfect place to go when you need to collaborate with peers or finish an assignment. It has a mix of soft seating, open seating and study carrels ready to welcome you.
Research and citation help
DC librarians can help you take your assignments to the next level. Simply use the askON chat for research help or help with using citation guides. Click on the ‘click to chat’ button on the library’s website or text 289.460.2275.
Subject librarians can also help students find resources specific to their program of study. Book an appointment online with a subject librarian or check out the research guide listing useful resources for each DC program.
Accessibility services
To support all individuals, Campus Libraries provide equitable access to a full range of services, resources and facilities. For example, our libraries offer more than 15,000 books through the Accessible Content E-Portal as well as access to adaptive technology including Kurzweil 3000 and Zoomtext in the adaptive technology workstation at the Oshawa campus library. There are also adjustable height tables in the quiet study zones. Visit the library’s Accessibility webpage for more information.
Digital resources
The library has a plethora of online resources that can be accessed any time of the day. Dozens of online databases are available to students covering everything from science to business to the culinary arts. Students can also access journals, ebooks and streaming videos via the library’s website. Streaming resources include more than 5,000 documentaries, animations and short films from the National Film Board of Canada as well as video and radio programs from the CBC Archives.
Equipment and course material loans
Forgot a phone charger? Laptop on the fritz? Dabbling in podcasting? Head to the library. Cables, computer and recording equipment, headphones, 3D printing tools and even board games are among items available for loan from Durham College libraries. Loan times vary by item from three hours for a laptop to two weeks for podcast recording equipment.
Welcome to Durham College. School isn’t just about classrooms. Here, we have a vibrant campus culture, filled with ways to enhance your college experience. From cozy nooks to bustling social spaces and everything in between, let us show you some of our favourite spots on campus that make DC the place to be.
Location: Oshawa and Whitby campus Whether you're looking for a quiet spot, a group study room, or just want to curl up by the fireplace, DC’s Library is your place. Need help? Knowledgeable staff are available to answer all your questions.
Locations: Oshawa and Whitby campuses If you need something DC-related, the Campus Store has you covered. Textbooks, supplies, DC clothing to show your #DCpride and lots of other awesome swag – it’s all there waiting for you.
Location: Oshawa campus Have some time between classes? The state-of-the-art CRWC is where you can find your fit, with features like a fitness centre, dance studio, elevated indoor jogging/walking track and more.
Location: Oshawa campus The newly upgraded Marketplace Lounge is the perfect place to kick back and chill with your pals. Plus, the cozy seating and chic décor create Instagram-worthy backdrops for all your selfies.
Locations: Oshawa and Whitby campus Need a printer? Check. Private tutoring room? Check. Technical support? Double check because our helpful Service Desk staff have you covered.
Location: Oshawa campus Find ways to keep healthy at the Campus Health and Wellness Centre, located inside the Campus Health and Recreation Centre. Benefit from your own support squad with DC’s comprehensive team of professionals including physicians, nurses, mental health professionals and wellness coaches.
Location: Oshawa campus Player 1 has entered the game! Try the latest games and consoles with friends between classes in the state-of-the-art Esports Arena.
Location: Oshawa campus We all deserve some pampering once and a while. At the DC Spa, you can relax and recharge with a massage therapy treatment, makeup application or esthetic service and support student learning!
Location: Whitby campus With delicious, ready-made assortments prepared by DC culinary staff and students, Pantry is about to be your new favourite stop at the W. Galen Weston Centre for Food.
Location: Whitby campus Who says learning has to be indoors? This interactive space inspires creative learning in the fresh air. Located alongside DC’s fields, its also a common area for meeting and social gatherings.
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