Dawson Student Bulletin

April 10, 2026

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Don’t miss out — join Dawson’s sugar shack outing!

Join Dawson for a sweet cabane à sucre experience on Friday, April 24, leaving at 3 PM and returning at 8:30 PM.

$20 covers transportation, an all-you-can-eat sugar shack meal, maple taffy, and fun activities like dancing and mini train rides.

Space is limited — sign up HERE and pay by April 17 at Campus Life (2E.4).

TONIGHT: support Dawson at tonight’s K-Pop dance competition

Cheer on Dawson students at the 7th Annual QASAP Triple Crown K-Pop Dance Competition!

Enjoy dazzling costumes, electrifying performances, and fierce battles between colleges.

Friday, April 10, 7 PM – 10 PM
Champlain College Saint-Lambert

Get your ticket HERE

THURSDAY: celebrate creativity and give back at Artists in Bloom!

Join us for live art, music, free appetizers, and a free drink at Dawson’s annual Artists in Bloom fundraiser, hosted by the Dawson College Foundation. Watch talented Visual Arts and Illustration students create original pieces—then bid on your favorites!

All ticket and auction proceeds support student vernissages and mental health initiatives.

Thursday, April 16 | Doors 5:30 PM | Painting 6:00 PM | 3C.1

Get your ticket here and enjoy a creative evening that gives back to Dawson students!

Join the Dawson Innovation Summit 2026

The Dawson Business Association invites you to an inspiring evening of ideas and connections on Thursday, April 23, from 5:30 PM–8:30 PM in 5B.16.

Hear from three dynamic business owners, network with fellow innovators, and take part in our Pitch Competition—a fun chance to share your original business or product idea for prizes!

Meet new people, spark fresh ideas, and enjoy free food while you're at it.

Sign up through our Instagram bio @dawson.business.association. Questions? We’d love to hear from you!

Dance, connect, and celebrate solidarity April 30

Join the Social Change & Solidarity profile for Fiesta Solidaria — a night of food, music, and community, from Tiohtià:ke/Montreal to Cuba.

Thursday, April 30 | 5 PM – 7 PM
Room 5B.16 at Dawson

Enjoy student art and films, local movement highlights, appetizers, cocktails, music, and dancing. Plus, grab your tote bags and bid on student art.

Tickets: $10 for Dawson students | $20 for guests — includes a drink and appetizers. Proceeds support SCS solidarity projects and medical aid for Cuba.

Buy your ticket or donate now: Fiesta Solidaria 2026

Get your Mad Dog Wrestling tickets now—support the Dawson Blues!

Mad Dog Pro Wrestling is bringing its high-energy, old-school action to Rumble in the P.A.R.C. at the Tony Proudfoot Gym at Dawson on Saturday, April 25, and everyone’s invited. Watch professional wrestlers battle it out while supporting the Dawson Blues teams!

Tickets are $25 in the stands or $35 ringside, available online or at the PARC desk. You can also buy tickets at the door.

Grab your seat, enjoy a snack from the canteen, and get ready for an afternoon of pure entertainment! The show runs from 3 PM to about 5:30 PM.

This week at Dawson

• TUESDAY: How to find and rent an apartment: A workshop for students, who would like guidance with moving out and navigating renting an apartment, taking place in 6B.4 between 12 PM and 1:30 PM on April 14.
• THURSDAY: Cooking with Jamal: Thursday, April 16, 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM in Conrod's (2F.4). Spaces are limited; please sign up here.

Attention ALC Students

Students registered in the ALC program (Arts, Literature & Communication) can receive a Minor in Music by taking any four Music classes during your time at Dawson. You can see the courses that are offered HERE.

ICYMI: apply for awards and scholarships by midnight April 12

There are only a few days left to submit your applications for Dawson College awards and scholarships. The deadline is Sunday, April 12.

Don’t miss your chance to be recognized and supported for your achievements. Submit your application before the deadline.

More information.

ICYMI: Submit your writing to Creations Journal

The Literature Profile invites all Dawson students to submit poetry, stories, visual art, or creative non-fiction to Creations Journal by next Friday, April 17 for a chance to be published!

Guidelines:

• Max 1,200 words (shorter pieces welcome)
• No hateful or shocking content, and no misinformation

Send your submission or questions to creationsjournal26@gmail.com.

Featured photo from Dawson Through Your Lens

This week's photo contest winner is Ava Jeuris who captioned her photo of the Sherbrooke Street West side of the building: "jumping in front of the grand entrance of Dawson, glad that spring is here!"

Submit your Dawson LIFE photos here for your chance to win a $20 gift card and to be published on the Dawson College Instagram account: "Dawson Through Your Lens” Photo Contest

Hours of availability for the week of April 13 - April 17, 2026

• Academic Advising Drop-in (2D.7) and Chat: Academic Advising Schedule
• Learning Centre (6D.2): Monday to Thursday: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM, Friday: 10 AM – 4:30 PM
• Learning Centre Drop-in (6D.2): Monday to Thursday: 11 AM – 3 PM and 5 – 6:30 PM, Friday: 11 AM – 3 PM
• Career Resource Centre (6D.5): Monday: 1 PM – 2 PM; Wednesday: 11 AM – 12 PM; Friday: 10 AM – 11 AM
• Continuing Education Office (2H.1): Monday to Thursday: 10 AM – 5:45 PM / Counter service: 11 AM – 5:45 PM, Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:15 PM, AEC students: email AEC@dawsoncollege.qc.ca
• Continuing Education Advising Drop-in (2H.1): Monday and Wednesday: 4 PM – 5:30 PM
• Financial Aid Office (4E.5): Tuesday to Thursday: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM – 4 PM, email: financialaid@dawsoncollege.qc.ca
• First-Year Students' Office (2D.0): Monday to Friday (in person 2D.0): 9 AM – 6 PM
• IT Support (2H.12): Monday to Friday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
• Library (5C.1): Monday to Thursday: 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM, Friday: 7:30 AM – 5 PM 
• Mental Health Services (4E.2): Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
• Registrar's Office/Student Records (2D.6): Monday to Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (closed 12 PM - 1 PM), Friday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (closed 12 PM - 1 PM)
• Student AccessAbility Centre (2E.6): Monday to Friday: 8 AM – 5 PM
• Student Fees (4B.5): Monday to Friday: 9 AM – 4 PM

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