A series of consultation opportunities for Durham College’s (DC) Strategic Planning Process are scheduled and set to launch in the coming weeks. DC’s Board of Governors, students, employees, alumni, retirees, donors and community partners are all invited to get involved and contribute to the process by sharing their unique insights.

“This is a pivotal time for Durham College as we shape the future together, and we are excited to collaborate with everyone in our DC community,” said Lisa Allen, DC Board Chair. “The diverse insights and perspectives of all our members are essential in guiding us to new heights, strengthening our institution, and enhancing the success and impact we have on the broader community we serve.”

Over the next several months, the DC community will consider how student and industry needs have changed, how our organization and the workforce have evolved and how the landscape of higher education has shifted. The result will be a new Strategic Plan – expected to launch in spring 2025 – serving as a roadmap with tangible goals and objectives to inform decision-making and resource allocation.

Consultation details, as well as timelines, objectives and team members are available on DC’s Future Focused: Strategic Planning microsite. There are many ways to engage in the process and share feedback. Students and employees are encouraged to register for upcoming in-person Town Hall sessions and participate in “one big question pop-ups” that will appear throughout the Oshawa and Whitby campuses over the fall. Alumni, retirees, and key community partners will hear directly from the Strategic Plan Working Group and have opportunities to provide their input. Additionally, all community members are invited to complete the online survey to share their thoughts.

“As our current Strategic Plan comes to an end, this is an incredible opportunity to look critically at our work and listen to our communities’ aspirations, needs and ideas,” said Dr. Elaine Popp, DC President. “Together, we will develop an actionable plan to move DC forward in building a sustainable, future-proof, equity-driven, people-focused and community-connected college.”