Graduates honoured at 2013 fall convocation

Durham College recently recognized the hard work and dedication of more than 750 students from more than 90 programs at the college’s fall convocation on November 1 at General Motors Centre in Oshawa, Ont.

With more than half of the graduates in attendance at the evening affair, the ceremony also paid tribute to the success of 377 students who earned a place on the highly regarded President’s Honour Roll.

The annual fall event recognized graduates from the schools of Business, IT & Management; Continuing Education; Health & Community Services; Interdisciplinary Studies & Employment Services; Justice & Emergency Services; Media, Art & Design; Science & Engineering Technology; and Skilled Trades, Apprenticeship & Renewable Technology as they were awarded their diplomas and certificates. 

In addition, the college also acknowledged 11 students as they received the Durham College Student Leadership Award. The award is granted to students in recognition of their outstanding contributions to campus life and the commitment and exemplary leadership they demonstrate during their time at the college.

Students must accumulate a pre-determined amount of leadership points through the college’s Co-Curricular Recognition program by participating in activities that enhance student life; engage students; and encourage involvement.

With the addition of another graduating class, the total number of Durham College alumni is close to 63,000 strong.