This message is sent on behalf of Don Lovisa, president, Durham College. 

Today, Durham College (DC) acknowledges International Women’s Day (IWD) – an opportunity to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women and an important reminder of the progress we have made toward gender equality.

This year’s IWD campaign theme is #EmbraceEquity and promoting women’s participation and advancement in workplaces and society. Every day, women across our campuses, in classrooms, labs, research centres, service spaces and more, are making a difference. We recognize the important contributions women make in our community and around the world, and we also know that more work needs to be done to ensure all women have the opportunities and access to reach their full potential.

At DC, we are committed to listening and taking action to promote gender parity. We all play a role in this work and in removing barriers by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment – free from bias, stereotypes and discrimination – that empowers all women to experience advancement and success.

Today, join me in celebrating the accomplishments of women and recommitting ourselves to the work that still needs to be done to achieve gender equality.

This message is sent on behalf of Debbie McKee Demczyk, dean, Office of Research Services, Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

The new Centre for Innovation and Research (CIR) is now open at Durham College.  

The CIR brings together research, innovation and experiential learning into one shared space to support meaningful collaboration, creative thinking, networking and partnerships which will better serve our students and community. 

Here, you will find four of our six applied research centres: the AI Hub, the Centre for Cybersecurity Innovation, Mixed Reality Capture Studio and the Social Impact Hub. The space also houses the Experiential Learning Hub, including the co-op coordinators, event space, meeting rooms and offices. 

If you are a student research assistant, a co-op student, or a student looking for information on how to get involved, you’ll find everything you need at CIR. 

See our interactive map for location details.

From March 6 to April 30, hours at the Whitby Campus library will be tentatively changing to Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Services available: 

• Study space 
• In-library use only for books and other library materials 

Borrowing Services: 

• Login to Omni Search to request library material for home delivery or pickup at the Oshawa Campus Library 

**No equipment or laptop loans available 

For immediate assistance, please contact the Oshawa Campus Library at 905-721-3082 or library@durhamcollege.ca.   

Regular hours and services will resume for the fall semester.

Durham College (DC) is monitoring the weather system expected to reach Durham Region this afternoon, and our campuses remain open, with activities continuing as scheduled.

When travelling to campus, please allow plenty of time and travel with caution. During peak snowfall, removal of snow from campus parking lots and walkways may be delayed, and there could be areas that are slippery. Please be careful.

If you see a snow or ice hazard on campus, please contact Security at 905-721-3211 and provide the exact location and situation so it can be safely addressed.

Should further operational updates impact services or class delivery for students and employees, DC will advise the campus community through email, social media, mobile app, and our campus status website.

Important links:

• Inclement weather procedure
• Ontario Ministry of Transportation winter driving information
• Environment Canada weather forecasts for Ontario (select your town or city from the list)
• Durham Region Transit
• GO Transit

This message is being sent on behalf of Traci Ellis, director, Marketing and Student Recruitment. Please direct any inquiries to Rachel Beerman, student recruitment marketing specialist, Communications and Marketing.

Mark your calendars for Spring Open House at Durham College (DC).

This year’s event is set for Saturday, April 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Prospective students and their families are invited to join us at the Oshawa and Whitby campuses to learn about our 145+ career-driven programs, supportive student services and how DC is leading the way!

Are you #DCProud? Spread the word by sharing the Open House website with prospective students. Attendees will be entered to win a $5,000 tuition credit and other great prizes.

Nobody knows DC better than you, our employees and students. There are lots of ways for you to get involved in making Open House a success. Details on how you can participate will be shared soon. We hope to see you there!

Campus operations resume as scheduled today.

Please allow plenty of time to get to campus and travel with caution. During peak snowfall, removal of snow from campus parking lots and walkways may be delayed and there could be areas that are slippery. Please be careful.

If you see a snow or ice hazard on campus, please contact Security at 905-721-3211 and provide the exact location and situation so it can be safely addressed.

Should further operational updates impact services or class delivery for students and employees, DC will advise the campus community through email, social media, mobile app, and our campus status website.

Important links:

• Ontario Ministry of Transportation winter driving information
• Environment Canada weather forecasts for Ontario (select your town/city from the list)
• Durham Region Transit
• GO Transit

This message is being sent on behalf of the Durham College Alumni Association. 

If you’re graduating this year, you can register now for Countdown to Grad, hosted by the Durham College (DC) Office of Development and Alumni Affairs. 

• Tuesday, March 7, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
  

  Oshawa campus, Centre for Collaborative Education, atrium

• Wednesday, March 8, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
  
  Whitby campus, Main Campus building, atrium

Drop in to enjoy a free pizza lunch and learn everything there is to know about convocation. You’ll be able to register for graduation with the Office of the Registrar, book your graduation photos with Lassman Studios, chat with employees from the Career Development Office and the Durham College Alumni Association (DCAA) and more.  

If you’re interested in continuing your studies, DC’s student recruitment team and Ontario Tech University will be on hand to discuss a wide variety of options. 

A number of DCAA partners will be at the event, and attendees will receive a gift and be eligible for some great prizes. 

For more information, contact the DCAA.

This message is being sent on behalf of Brenna Ireland, partnership manager, Barrett Centre of Innovation in Sustainable Urban Agriculture. 

If you have a great idea for an initiative in support of urban agriculture, you still have time to apply for $5,000 of funding. 

RBC and Durham College’s (DC) Barrett Centre of Innovation in Sustainable Urban Agriculture have teamed up for the RBC Urban Agriculture Work Integrated Learning Program. Ten DC student-led initiatives that support urban agriculture – any farming or food production done in an urban area – will receive $5,000 each.  

Any project that supports urban agriculture within the community and aligns with the Barrett Centre’s priorities is eligible. 

The grants are open to all DC students who can lend their unique experience and knowledge to projects that will further the development of this important practice. We are excited to see the scope and range of how DC students can engage in this field. 

Applications will be accepted until Friday, February 24. You can apply online here. 

Successful applicants will be chosen in early March, and the projects can begin as soon as they’re awarded. The final project milestone must be achieved by September 1. An event this fall will celebrate the successful applicants and their work, allow them to demonstrate their project and network with other students, faculty, and industry.  

For more information on the program, eligibility and to apply, visit this website or email Brenna Ireland.  

 

Are you a student who is passionate about Durham College (DC)? If so, the DC Board of Governors is looking for a student leader like you to join them for a one-year term. 

Here’s what you need to know: 

 

Who we are looking for	One (1) student governor position for the DC Board of Governors.
Length of appointment	One year, starting September 1, 2023 and ending August 31, 2024.
Qualifications to participate	A Candidate in the election must:  Be a Durham College student;  Be at least 18 years old;  Be registered in at least 70% of the total number of credit courses or 66.6% of the total number of courses in a Ministry-approved program;  Be in good academic standing;  Have no academic integrity alerts or student conduct violations on their student file.
Time commitment	Approximately 10 to 15 hours per month.
Compensation	This is a volunteer position.
What’s involved?	The DC student governor will:  Represent the college as student governor for the 2023-2024 academic year.  Help shape the future and strategic direction of the college, providing the student perspective.  Attend board and standing committee meetings.   Have the opportunity to participate in professional development opportunities and special events.
Nomination period	Monday, March 6 to Friday, March 10
Campaign period	Wednesday, March 15 to Friday, March 24
Voting period	Monday, March 27 to Friday, March 31

 

Want to learn more? Schedule a virtual appointment with Melissa Pringle, chief returning officer, to discuss the position and have your questions answered.  

For more information, visit this website.

This message is being sent on behalf of the Emergency Management Response Team (EMRT).

Are you familiar with Durham College’s (DC) winter weather procedures? Most winter days, the campuses remain open and activities are unaffected. However, sometimes, winter weather impacts learning and working, and it is important to know what to do in those situations.

During inclement weather, DC follows its own protocols and practices when determining its impact on teaching or working. If there are any changes to our regular learning or work schedule or facilities, DC will communicate by email and through the college’s campus status website, social media accounts (Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram), and the DC Mobile App.

If you are required to come to campus, please allow plenty of time and travel with caution and care.

If you see a snow or ice hazard on campus, please contact Security at 905-721-3211 and provide the exact location and situation so it can be safely addressed.  

Important links: 

• What does a campus closure mean to me?
• Inclement weather procedure
• Timing of closures
• Ontario Ministry of Transportation winter driving information
• Environment Canada weather forecasts for Ontario (select your town or city from the list) 
• Durham Region Transit
• GO Transit