At Durham College (DC), everything we do is to prepare our students to be career-ready graduates. With dynamic hands-on learning, innovative programs led by industry experts, access to well-being and academic supports and an inviting campus community, DC students are thriving and reaching their goals. DC students will cross the Convocation stage to receive their credentials and get ready to start their next chapter. Meet some of DC's graduates who are leading the way. Class of 2024 Alexander Hartley and Destry Young, Automotive Technician – Service and Management (Motive Power Technician) Class of 2024 “The best thing about DC was absolutely the people I got to meet along the way – good friends, mentors, and professors that helped to push me further than I ever could have gone alone.” Meet Alexander and Destry Amanda Morrison, Tourism – Destination Marketing Class of 2024 “I can confidently say that I can see myself working in this industry and amongst the like-minded people I have met along the way for years to come.” Meet Amanda Branden Rushton and Bhavya Shah, Journalism – Mass Media Class of 2024 “I learned many skills while taking the program, from audio recording and editing tips, to enhancing my interviewing and communication skills and managing, putting together, and hosting a news broadcast show for a live audience.” Meet Branden and Bhavya Brooke Warner, Photography Class of 2024 “Don’t compare yourself and your work to others, compare your latest works to your first attempt to see how far you’ve come and how much you’ve improved and grown in your field.” Meet Brooke Riley Coleman, Accounting – Business Administration Class of 2024 “The classmates and professors I met along the way have helped shape not only my career but me as a person.” Meet Riley Melissa Lenis, Fitness and Health Promotion Class of 2024 “Having placement in a program, you get to learn many skills that can’t be learned in a classroom … getting to apply the information learned as well as adapting to new situations me feel incredibly prepared for a future career in fitness and wellness.” Meet Melissa Maegan Neve, General Arts and Science Class of 2024 “I came into this program to learn the critical thinking and communication skills that will help me to succeed in my university studies. It has been a pleasure working with my professors to develop these lifelong skills.” Meet Maegan Temilola Abiola Komolafe, Supply Chain Management – Global Class of 2024 “Reflecting on my journey, I am reminded that it’s never too late to embrace change and pursue new knowledge. Durham College has not only provided me with education but also a community where growth and success are a collective pursuit.” Meet Temilola Maya Austin, Police Foundations Class of 2024 “It’s been great meeting students with the same goals who are just as driven as I am. It's been a great environment to be a part of, and I've been presented with such great opportunities.” Meet Maya Kelsie Olynyk, Human Resources Management (graduate certificate – weekend delivery) Class of 2024 “Throughout my professional experience in operations and administration I have had the opportunity to engage in HR activities and have always enjoyed those responsibilities.” Meet Kelsie Haspreet Singh Hooda, Sport Management Class of 2024 “It has been an amazing journey for me. DC has given me a lot of things, and I’m very grateful for that. Everyone here has accepted me with open arms.” Meet Haspreet Melanie Williams, Chemical Engineering Technology Class of 2024 “The professors are unmatched. The labs themselves are so cool. The college is so supportive and they teach you everything you need to know to be successful.” Meet Maya Class of 2023 Liv Domik, Culinary Management Class of 2023 “I love to be creative with food and I think an environment like that would be my perfect place.” Meet Liv Melanie Gimoto, Cybersecurity Class of 2023 “Foster a love for learning and you'll experience continuous growth. That’s essential for achieving success in any field where continual learning is of utmost importance, especially in the cybersecurity landscape.” Meet Melanie Kathryn Fullerton, Electrical Techniques Class of 2023 “It really helped knowing that my professors who have such vast experience in the field believed in me. They helped me believe in myself.” Meet Kathryn Alexis Joyce and Khala Sutherland, Child and Youth Care Class of 2023 Child and Youth Care graduates Alexis Joyce and Khala Sutherland are already making a difference in the lives of children and their families. Meet Alexis and Khala Ajurenmisan Emiko, Social Service Worker Class of 2023 "The past two years have been an incredible learning experience. I've gained valuable knowledge and insights into the world of social work.” Meet Ajurenmisan Yash Sawant, Artificial Intelligence Analysis, Design and Implementation Class of 2023 “This program gave me a lot of new skills. It filled in gaps in my knowledge and made me realize I didn’t know certain things that I thought I knew.” MEET YASH Danita Algar, Carpentry – Building Construction Technician Class of 2023 “DC saved my life. It was there for my son and he loved it, and after completing the program on his behalf, I found out why. I started doing it for Ben, but it became something for me, too.” Meet Danita Zoe Straw, Computer Programming and Analysis Class of 2023 “DC helped me turn my passion for video games into a career path – I feel confident and excited for this next chapter!” MEET ZOE Rejoy James, Supply Chain Management – Global Class of 2023 “Thanks to my professors, the course material and career development actually helped me land my first job, even before I finished my final classes and exams.” MEET Rejoy Natalie Cox, Horticulture – Food and Farming Class of 2023 “My programs have made me the best horticulturist I could ever imagine myself to be. I’ve learned that you can be passionate about something and earn a living doing it.” MEET Natalie Kristen Gainforth, 9-1-1 Emergency and Call Centre Communications Class of 2023 "Without my professors and their real-life experience, I don’t think I’d understand the job as much." MEET Kristin Shavine Johnson, Police Foundations Class of 2023 “I’m better off now than I was before. I’ve learned quite a bit during my time here at DC that will prepare me. We have some awesome professors that help you.” MEET SHAVINE Are you a student who has a DC story to share? We'd love to hear from you DO YOU WANT TOBE CAREER-READY? Explore Our programs
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