Yneva Mason Moreno

Receiving the Anastasia De Sousa Memorial Award is both an incredible honor and a huge encouragement as I begin the next chapter of my life. My time at Dawson has been filled with challenges, growth, late nights, and unforgettable experiences that I will always cherish. Looking back, I am proud of how much I have learned and grown, not only as an artist, but as a person. Through every obstacle, I was supported by incredible teachers, classmates, friends, and family who believed in me and helped me keep moving forward. This award reminds me that perseverance and determination matter, and that the effort we put into our goals is worthwhile even if the result isn’t always “perfect”. I am incredibly grateful to the De Sousa family and Dawson College for their generosity and support. Their kindness will continue to inspire me as I pursue my path, wherever life may lead me.

Anastasia De Sousa Memorial Award
Winter 2026