On September 13, more than 500 family, friends and colleagues gathered to celebrate the life of former Board of Governors Chair Bruno Mital. It was a joyous occasion tinged with sadness at the loss of a remarkable man at the age of 49. Bruno had a ferocious passion for education. For those who wish to…
At a special meeting of the Executive Committee of the Board of Governors on September 2, Leanne Bennett was unanimously approved as the new Dean of Social Science and Business Technologies. She will take up her duties effective immediately, succeeding Diane Gauvin who has taken up the position of Academic Dean. Leanne started at Dawson…
At the Board of Governors meeting of Monday, June 9, Diane Gauvin was unanimously approved as the new Academic Dean (as per clause 4.11 of Bylaw 1) for a five-year term commencing November 15, 2014. She will take up her duties in the interim as outgoing Academic Dean Robert Kavanagh winds down toward his retirement…
It’s finally here – our Sponsor-A-Seedling IndieGogo campaign to raise funds for the Dawson Gardens Rooftop Project is officially launching today! All of us who are involved in this project are really excited to be beginning this fundraiser, and are hoping for as much community enthusiasm as possible. Please take a look at our IndieGogo…
At a special meeting of the Executive Committee of the Board of Governors on Monday, April 14, Carmela Gumelli was approved as the new Dean of Academic Systems upon unanimous recommendation of the Selection Committee. Carmela began at the College in July 2005 in a replacement position which she went on to fill permanently as…
Have you been to the Bookstore lately? Were you satisfied with the service? Disappointed? Have a suggestion you’d like to make? Then please take a minute or two to fill out the Bookstore’s new “Customer Experience” feedback form. We value your opinion, so any comments are appreciated. Note: You can remain anonymous if you wish….
CBC Sports in its Road to the Olympics series pays tribute to the invaluable experience members of Canada’s national team at the Olympics gain while they play for the Dawson Blues, under the watchful eye of coach Scott Lambton. Watch this wonderful holiday gift.
The PQ government has pledged $5 million to support the CEGEP network in improving and enhancing services for students with special needs. Of that amount, $3 million will be injected immediately while the remaining $2 million is earmarked for the coming year to help immigrant and aboriginal students integrate. The Fédération des CEGEPs, to which Dawson College belongs, was pleased…
As has been customary, a small memorial area will be displayed in the Warren G. Flowers Art Gallery (doors will remain closed) on Friday, September 13 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to mark the 7th anniversary of the tragedy. After 4:30 p.m., the flowers will be laid at Anastasia’s gravesite at Notre-Dame-des-Neiges Cemetery on…
Dawson College strives to help students successfully complete their program of studies, but it also encourages students to take an active interest in the world around them, including shared values in our society such as increased awareness of environmental issues. Environmental education at Dawson College takes a multidisciplinary approach that fosters learning and increases each student’s knowledge and awareness about the…
Last Modified: March 27, 2015
