Welcome to DC – we are so excited to welcome you on campus in May! Explore the many exciting opportunities to get involved, including virtual Start Strong programming, Oshawa and Whitby campus tours and Orientation events. Upcoming Events › Orientation April 2024 Apr 24 Start Strong Series: The Student Experience – Beyond the Classroom 11:00 AM — 12:00 PM Online Join us for the Student Experience - Beyond the Classroom. This session will explore opportunities both on-campus and within the community to have a little fun! Participants will hear tips and tricks from former and current DC students regarding everything from the best restaurants, student budgeting, local attractions, and much more! Find out more » Apr 25 Start Strong Series: Credit Transferring your education to and beyond DC! 11:00 AM — 12:00 PM Online Have you completed previous post-secondary education or have work experience that you are looking to transfer to your new Durham College program? Join the Admission Services team for an information session to learn more about the credit transfer and PLAR (Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition) processes. Interested in furthering your education to a degree after graduation? With over 1000 different pathway opportunities, the team will provide a brief overview of the opportunities that exist to transfer from DC and the… Find out more » Apr 26 Oshawa First-Year campus tour 3:00 PM — 4:15 PM In-person Oshawa Campus, 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, Ontario Canada Calling all first-year DC students! The Student Development team is offering Oshawa campus tours. IMPORTANT TOUR INFORMATION: • We ask that you arrive at least 10 minutes before your tour start time. If you are running late, please read the instructions below. • Park in the Founders 2 parking lot. • Parking is free. Take a ticket to gain entrance to the gated lot. • Your tour guide will provide you with a validated parking ticket allowing you to exit… Find out more » Apr 29 Academic Reading Essentials Workshop 12:10 PM — 1:00 PM Online – webinar Develop strategies to approach your reading in a positive way with the goal of saving time and reducing stress. Benefits of attending: - Save time with reading strategies - Learn how to retain the information - Discover how you can get help - Feel more confident Find out more » Apr 29 Keys to Success Essentials Workshop 12:10 PM — 1:00 PM Online – webinar Get an overview of the science of learning and learn key strategies for time management, note-taking, studying, and test preparation to help you succeed. Benefits of attending: - Discover how you learn - Learn strategies to study smarter - Find out where to get help - Feel better prepared Find out more » Apr 29 Whitby First-Year campus tour 1:00 PM — 2:15 PM The Atrium, 1610 Champlain Avenue Whitby Campus, Durham College, Ontario Canada Calling all first-year DC students! The Student Development team is offering Whitby campus tours. IMPORTANT TOUR INFORMATION: • We ask that you arrive at least 10 minutes before your tour start time. If you are running late, please read the instructions below. • Park in the main parking lot. • Parking is free. Take a ticket to gain entrance to the gated lot. • Your tour guide will provide you with a validated parking ticket allowing you to exit the… Find out more » Apr 30 Academic Writing Essentials Workshop 10:10 AM — 11:00 AM Online – webinar Learn about the various types of writing at college, how to meet your professor’s expectations, and the supports available to help you. Bring your questions about academic writing. Benefits of attending: - Understand college writing requirements - Gain strategies to meet your professor’s expectations - Discover how you can get help - Feel more prepared Find out more » Apr 30 Time Management & Organization Essentials Workshop 12:10 PM — 1:00 PM Online – webinar Learn how to organize your time and resources so that you can get more done, find free time, and feel less stressed. Benefits of attending: - Learn how to maximize your time - Gain organizational skills - Feel more prepared and confident Find out more » Apr 30 Oshawa First-Year campus tour 7:00 PM — 8:15 PM In-person Oshawa Campus, 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, Ontario Canada Calling all first-year DC students! The Student Development team is offering Oshawa campus tours. IMPORTANT TOUR INFORMATION: • We ask that you arrive at least 10 minutes before your tour start time. If you are running late, please read the instructions below. • Park in the Founders 2 parking lot. • Parking is free. Take a ticket to gain entrance to the gated lot. • Your tour guide will provide you with a validated parking ticket allowing you to exit… Find out more » May 2024 May 01 Mature Learner Essentials Workshop 11:10 AM — 12:00 PM Online – webinar Learn strategies to help you balance college with your other responsibilities. Gain tips to help you get organized, prepare for your studies, and access resources to support your success. Benefits of attending: - Feel better prepared and more confident - Learn where to go for help - Connect with other mature learners Find out more » May 01 Grammar and Punctuation Essentials Workshop 12:10 PM — 1:00 PM Online – webinar Refresh your knowledge of basic grammar and punctuation concepts. Learn where you can get help to improve your skills and confidence when writing at college. Benefits of attending: - Improve your accuracy and clarity - Build your skills and confidence - Learn how you can get help Find out more » May 01 Listening & Note-Taking Essentials Workshop 12:10 PM — 1:00 PM Online – webinar Learn how to use active listening to improve focus and identify key information. Find out about different note-taking styles that you can use during class to make studying easier. Benefits of attending: - Find a note-taking style that works best for you - Enhance your focus during lectures - Make better notes Find out more » May 01 Whitby First-Year campus tour 7:00 PM — 8:15 PM The Atrium, 1610 Champlain Avenue Whitby Campus, Durham College, Ontario Canada Calling all first-year DC students! The Student Development team is offering Whitby campus tours. IMPORTANT TOUR INFORMATION: • We ask that you arrive at least 10 minutes before your tour start time. If you are running late, please read the instructions below. • Park in the main parking lot. • Parking is free. Take a ticket to gain entrance to the gated lot. • Your tour guide will provide you with a validated parking ticket allowing you to exit the… Find out more » May 02 Study Strategies Essentials Workshop 10:10 AM — 11:00 AM Online – webinar Use the science of learning to learn how, where, and when to study so you get the most from your study time. Benefits of attending: - Discover how you learn - Use your study time more efficiently - Feel more confident about studying and retaining what you’ve learned Find out more » May 02 Academic Success for International Students (ASIS) Workshop 11:00 AM — 12:30 PM Online – webinar As a new International student, you may be wondering about the academic expectations at an Ontario college. In this workshop, designed for Durham College students, two Writing Specialists from Student Academic Learning Services (SALS) will teach you about what your professors expect, the importance of maintaining academic integrity, and strategies and resources to help you successfully complete your studies at Durham College. Find out more » May 03 International Student Welcome: Cultivating Connections 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM South Village Courtyard, Oshawa Campus Durham College welcomes all new international students arriving for their Spring/Summer 2024 intake. Join us for an opportunity to make new friends through fun activities and music. Light refreshments will be served before the event. Register through the link below. You will need to sign in using your 9 digit student ID and password. Find out more » May 03 Spring into DC Oshawa Orientation Event 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM South Village Courtyard, Oshawa Campus After Program Orientation, head to our Spring into DC Oshawa Orientation event, welcoming new first-year students to campus! Join us in the South Village Courtyard, rain or shine, to enjoy free food, music, and fun! Looking to make the most of your college experience? Connect with various booths to explore DC Services, community partners and extra-curricular opportunities. At event registration, students will receive a DC swag bag. Find out more » May 10 Academic Reading Workshop 12:10 PM — 1:00 PM Online – webinar Learn strategies for making your academic reading time more efficient and effective. Find important information and develop techniques for remembering the information you need. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » May 14 Time Management and Organization Workshop 2:10 PM — 3:00 PM Online – webinar Start off your semester properly by learning strategies to manage your time. Use various tools to get organized and become a more efficient student. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » May 15 APA/MLA Referencing Workshop 11:10 AM — 12:00 PM Online – webinar Review the importance of referencing, ways to avoid plagiarism, how to reference correctly, and how to properly format a college paper. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » May 17 Listening and Note-taking Workshop 12:10 PM — 1:00 PM Online – webinar Explore strategies to become an active listener, enhance your note-taking skills during class, and improve your use of class notes as study tools. You will learn a number of note-taking formats. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » May 21 Time Management and Organization Workshop 2:10 PM — 3:00 PM Online – webinar Start off your semester properly by learning strategies to manage your time. Use various tools to get organized and become a more efficient student. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » May 22 Listening & Note-taking Workshop 12:10 PM — 1:00 PM Online – webinar Start off your semester properly by learning strategies to manage your time. Use various tools to get organized and become a more efficient student. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » May 22 Academic Writing I: Getting Started Workshop 2:10 PM — 3:00 PM Online – webinar Understand what is being asked of you in an assignment and learn strategies for generating and organizing your ideas to prepare for the next steps. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » May 23 Academic Integrity Workshop 10:10 AM — 11:00 AM Online – webinar Learn about Durham College’s Academic Integrity policy, what plagiarism is and how it is detected, the basics of referencing, and strategies and resources for completing your studies in an open, honest, and responsible manner. In order to obtain a workshop verification, you must arrive on time, remain for the duration of the workshop, participate, and answer questions throughout. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » May 23 Study Strategies Workshop 2:10 PM — 3:00 PM Online – webinar Understand how you learn and how to use the science of learning to get the most from your study time. Learn strategies regarding time of day to study, study spaces, and group studying. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » May 27 Academic Writing for the Health Sciences Workshop 12:10 PM — 1:00 PM Online – webinar Learn strategies for understanding and meeting scholarly writing requirements in the health sciences. You will also receive a writing resource toolkit. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » May 28 Time Management and Organization Workshop 1:10 PM — 2:00 PM In-person Oshawa Campus, 2000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, Ontario Canada Start off your semester properly by learning strategies to manage your time. Use various tools to get organized and become a more efficient student. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » May 29 Study Strategies Workshop 11:10 AM — 12:00 PM Online – webinar Understand how you learn and how to use the science of learning to get the most from your study time. Learn strategies regarding time of day to study, study spaces, and group studying. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » May 30 Test and Exam Preparation Workshop 11:10 AM — 12:00 PM Online – webinar Develop strategies to help you prepare for and complete tests and exams. Learn about a number of test and exam question formats and terminology. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » June 2024 Jun 03 Time Management and Organization Workshop 2:10 PM — 3:00 PM Online – webinar Start off your semester properly by learning strategies to manage your time. Use various tools to get organized and become a more efficient student. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jun 05 Academic Integrity Workshop 12:10 PM — 1:00 PM Online – webinar Learn about Durham College’s Academic Integrity policy, what plagiarism is and how it is detected, the basics of referencing, and strategies and resources for completing your studies in an open, honest, and responsible manner. In order to obtain a workshop verification, you must arrive on time, remain for the duration of the workshop, participate, and answer questions throughout. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jun 06 Grammar Matters Workshop 10:10 AM — 11:00 AM Online – webinar Review grammar terminology, sentence structure, and common grammatical errors. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jun 06 Study Strategies Workshop 2:10 PM — 3:00 PM Online – webinar Understand how you learn and how to use the science of learning to get the most from your study time. Learn strategies regarding time of day to study, study spaces, and group studying. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jun 12 Study Strategies Workshop 11:10 AM — 12:00 PM Online – webinar Understand how you learn and how to use the science of learning to get the most from your study time. Learn strategies regarding time of day to study, study spaces, and group studying. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jun 13 Punctuation Review Workshop 11:10 AM — 12:00 PM Online – webinar Review common punctuation to help improve the accuracy and clarity of your writing. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jun 14 Listening & Note-taking Workshop 10:10 AM — 11:00 AM Online – webinar Explore strategies to become an active listener, enhance your note-taking skills during class, and improve your use of class notes as study tools. You will learn a number of note-taking formats. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jun 18 Editing Skills Workshop 10:10 AM — 11:00 AM Online – webinar Understand common writing errors and review strategies and resources for finding them. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jun 18 Overcoming Procrastination Workshop 12:10 PM — 1:00 PM Online – webinar Discuss procrastination and recognize how and why you procrastinate. Learn strategies for minimizing procrastination and work through activities that result in a plan for avoiding and overcoming procrastination. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jun 19 Test and Exam Preparation Workshop 11:10 AM — 12:00 PM Online – webinar Develop strategies to help you prepare for and complete tests and exams. Learn about a number of test and exam question formats and terminology. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jun 24 Academic Integrity Workshop 11:10 AM — 12:00 PM Online – webinar Learn about Durham College’s Academic Integrity policy, what plagiarism is and how it is detected, the basics of referencing, and strategies and resources for completing your studies in an open, honest, and responsible manner. In order to obtain a workshop verification, you must arrive on time, remain for the duration of the workshop, participate, and answer questions throughout. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jun 25 Time Management & Organization Workshop 2:10 PM — 3:00 PM Online – webinar Start off your semester properly by learning strategies to manage your time. Use various tools to get organized and become a more efficient student. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jun 26 Overcoming Procrastination Workshop 2:10 PM — 3:00 PM Online – webinar Discuss procrastination and recognize how and why you procrastinate. Learn strategies for minimizing procrastination and work through activities that result in a plan for avoiding and overcoming procrastination. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jun 27 Study Strategies Workshop 12:10 PM — 1:00 PM Online – webinar Understand how you learn and how to use the science of learning to get the most from your study time. Learn strategies regarding time of day to study, study spaces, and group studying. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » July 2024 Jul 02 Time Management & Organization Workshop 10:10 AM — 11:00 AM Online – webinar Start off your semester properly by learning strategies to manage your time. Use various tools to get organized and become a more efficient student. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jul 03 Study Strategies Workshop 11:10 AM — 12:00 PM Online – webinar Understand how you learn and how to use the science of learning to get the most from your study time. Learn strategies regarding time of day to study, study spaces, and group studying. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jul 04 Editing Skills Workshop 12:10 PM — 1:00 PM Online – webinar Understand common writing errors and review strategies and resources for finding them. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jul 09 Academic Writing II: Research Strategies 11:10 AM — 12:00 PM Online – webinar Narrow your focus to a research question and review strategies and resources to keep ideas and research organized so you can write your first draft. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jul 09 Time Management and Organization Workshop 2:10 PM — 3:00 PM Online – webinar Start off your semester properly by learning strategies to manage your time. Use various tools to get organized and become a more efficient student. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jul 11 Overcoming Procrastination Workshop 12:10 PM — 1:00 PM Online – webinar Discuss procrastination and recognize how and why you procrastinate. Learn strategies for minimizing procrastination and work through activities that result in a plan for avoiding and overcoming procrastination. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jul 15 Test and Exam Preparation Workshop 2:10 PM — 3:00 PM Online – webinar Develop strategies to help you prepare for and complete tests and exams. Learn about a number of test and exam question formats and terminology. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jul 16 Academic Integrity Workshop 2:10 PM — 3:00 PM Online – webinar Learn about Durham College’s Academic Integrity policy, what plagiarism is and how it is detected, the basics of referencing, and strategies and resources for completing your studies in an open, honest, and responsible manner. In order to obtain a workshop verification, you must arrive on time, remain for the duration of the workshop, participate, and answer questions throughout. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jul 17 Overcoming Procrastination Workshop 12:10 PM — 1:00 PM Online – webinar Discuss procrastination and recognize how and why you procrastinate. Learn strategies for minimizing procrastination and work through activities that result in a plan for avoiding and overcoming procrastination. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jul 23 Test and Exam Preparation Workshop 2:10 PM — 3:00 PM Online – webinar Develop strategies to help you prepare for and complete tests and exams. Learn about a number of test and exam question formats and terminology. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jul 24 Presentation Skills Workshop 11:10 AM — 12:00 PM Online – webinar Learn ways to improve the planning and delivery of your individual and group presentations. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jul 30 Punctuation Review Workshop 12:10 PM — 1:00 PM Online – webinar Review common punctuation to help improve the accuracy and clarity of your writing. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Jul 31 Test and Exam Preparation Workshop 11:10 AM — 12:00 PM Online – webinar Develop strategies to help you prepare for and complete tests and exams. Learn about a number of test and exam question formats and terminology. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » August 2024 Aug 08 Academic Writing III: Final Touches Workshop 11:10 AM — 12:00 PM Online – webinar This workshop, designed for Durham College students, covers how to use rubrics to review assignment criteria, the six C’s of writing, proofreading techniques, and scholarly paper format. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Aug 09 Academic Integrity Workshop 9:10 AM — 10:00 AM Online – webinar Learn about Durham College’s Academic Integrity policy, what plagiarism is and how it is detected, the basics of referencing, and strategies and resources for completing your studies in an open, honest, and responsible manner. In order to obtain a workshop verification, you must arrive on time, remain for the duration of the workshop, participate, and answer questions throughout. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Aug 12 Editing Skills Workshop 9:10 AM — 10:00 AM Online – webinar Understand common writing errors and review strategies and resources for finding them. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » Aug 22 Academic Integrity Workshop 2:10 PM — 3:00 PM Online – webinar Learn about Durham College’s Academic Integrity policy, what plagiarism is and how it is detected, the basics of referencing, and strategies and resources for completing your studies in an open, honest, and responsible manner. In order to obtain a workshop verification, you must arrive on time, remain for the duration of the workshop, participate, and answer questions throughout. Please note that you must currently be registered for classes at Durham College to attend this workshop. Find out more » + Export Events