The new Viewbook features a new design and a new scannable and appealing presentation of the five pre-university programs and the 22 technical programs offered for the 2021-2022 Academic Year.
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The big welcome sign was hung in the Atrium to welcome new and returning students for the first week of classes that began Aug. 31. However, it was a back-to-school week different from any other in the last half century of Dawson College.
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Peace Week is almost here! Make sure you check out the schedule of speakers and events.
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Richard Filion has served as Director General of Dawson College since January 2005. His leadership and what he has brought to Dawson has been “remarkable,” said Michael Goldwax, Chair of Dawson’s Board of Governors. This decade and a half of service to the College will end Dec. 31, 2020. At the Aug. 31 meeting, the…
The Campus Life and Leadership team is still trying to help students enjoy Dawson and get a campus life.
This semester CLL is doing things differently and has moved online to meet students where they are. A short video was produced to promote CLL online to all students.
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Mike O’Hara was hired June 22 as the Helpdesk Manager, a new position on the Information Systems and Technology (IST) team.
Drawing on his 21 years of experience at the College, Mike ensures the timely delivery of quality technical support service to both students and employees.
Mike is enthusiastic about his new challenge. The Helpdesk team, which counts 16 staff members, has never been busier than during this hybrid and online semester.
Do you know when you should use a reusable cloth mask or a procedural mask? If you are spending more than 15 minutes with someone, a procedural mask is the recommended option.
Click Read More to find out more about the masks and how they are to be used in Dawson's Health and Hygiene Protocols.
Do you have a few hours to spare to participate in an Awards Recipient Selection Committee? The Awards Office will soon announce the Nomination and Application Awards being offered to students this year, and we will need committee members to help select the recipients. The deliberation period will take place during the month of October…
To keep up with the beginning of the semester demand, the Bookstore has extended hours this week.
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The Awards Office is now accepting nominations. The David Oliver Award – 1 recipient of $250 This award is offered by the Association of Dawson Professionals in memory of David Oliver. David was a beloved member of the Student Services staff who died at a young age and is fondly remembered by his colleagues and…
Do you recognize yourself, your courses, your interests and concerns in our newly adopted Women’s/Gender Studies’ attributes? The Women’s/Gender Studies Certificates began a reflection last semester on the state of our certificate: where it began, where it is now and where we might want to go in the future. Our new certificate attributes of knowledge,…
Director General Richard Filion wanted to speak to all employees at the beginning of this unusual semester.
On Sept. 1, he sent an email to the faculty and staff of Dawson with a three-minute video address.
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As part of Dawson's commitment to well-being for all, everyone is welcome to join faculty members Johanne Rabbat, Madeleine Côté and Daniel Goldsmith for meditation sessions every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 2-2:30 p.m. No experience is necessary; instruction will be provided. Sessions begin Tuesday, Sept. 8 and will continue until the end of classes.
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Parents Night is set for Wednesday, Sept. 23 from 7 to 9 p.m. and invitations to parents of first-year students have been sent.
Like most events at this time, it will be virtual.
This is an opportunity for parents to learn more about the College. There will be a presentation by the First-Year Students' Office and a chance to ask questions. If you need more information, contact the Communications Office.
Dawson Industrial Design graduate Alejandrina Hernandez was featured in the Journal de Montréal on Aug. 27. The Montreal newspaper covered the story from D News last May.
Click Read More for the Journal report, which features an interview with Dawson faculty member Michael Santella and Alejandrina.
Read More - Journal de Montréal features Dawson design graduate
Need good reasons to try cycling? Several of your colleagues have taken up Bixi’ing as a means to get to Dawson. Give it a try – Dawson is offering a one-month free trial! Get in touch with Richard Dugas of Facilities Management for more information about bicycle routes, deals or ideas or for other bicycle-related questions….
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Last Modified: September 8, 2020
