Dawson Blues players showing defensive skill on the basketball court last fall. Follow them on Instagram @dawsonbluesdiv.1mbb
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Opportunities and Helpful Reminders
February 11 is International Day of Women and Girls in STEM and Medicine, kicking off several days of activities on campus. The program includes kiosks on women who shaped science, workshops, a seminar on machine learning and a movie night.
Need advice regarding your CV? This workshop is for you! Join us on Feb. 11 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM in room 7C.5. Brought to you by the Student Employment Office.
February is Black History Month. On Feb. 12 between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, stop in at the Legacy Black History Month Market in the Lower Atrium.
Trivia buffs take note! Feb. 13 is Trivia Night in Oliver’s (2C.17). Doors open at 5:30 PM and trivia starts at 6:00 PM. Brought to you by our Campus Life team. Follow them on Instagram @dawsoncampuslife.
If you are absent due to illness and want to request accommodations from your teachers, be sure to submit an Absence Declaration Form on the day of your absence. Go to MyDawson → My College Services → Absence Declaration Form. You must make a separate declaration for each consecutive day that you are absent, up to a maximum of four days. Your teachers will be automatically informed of your absence, and you must contact them to organize accommodations. If you are absent for five or more days, a medical note is needed.
Are you a Spanish speaker? We are looking for volunteers for our beginners Spanish Conversation Cafe the last Friday of each month from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM in the 8B Lounge. Interested? Email slkendall@dawsoncollege.qc.ca or DM us on Instagram @dawson.scs
Dawson is a smoke-free college, including its grounds, from Atwater to Wood Avenue, and de Maisonneuve to Sherbrooke Street, in accordance with the law. Smoking is not permitted in hospitals, schools, CEGEPS, universities and daycare centers, among other public spaces. Starting March 1, members of the Dawson community who do not follow these regulations will be subject to fines. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a clean, healthy and welcoming space for everyone.
Key Dates
Feb 14: Last day for Day or Continuing Education students to withdraw from courses or the College with no mention on transcript
Do you take great class notes?
Get paid for it!PHOTO: AMANDA VICENTE-PEREIRA prophotodawsoncollege.com
Are your notes organized and well written? If so, you could potentially become a note-taker for a student in your class.
Interested? Let your teacher know. This does not guarantee you will become a note-taker but it does put you on your teacher’s radar. If a student in your class with a peer note-taking accommodation is still looking for a note-taker, the teacher can connect you. For more information, please visit https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/student-accessability/becoming-a-note-taker/.
Already taking notes for a student? Make sure you have submitted the note-taking payment form so we can verify that the student is indeed registered with the Student AccessAbility Centre and is eligible for this accommodation. Avoid payment delays or possible non-payment: submit today! For more information and to access the form, please visit https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/student-accessability/note-taker-payment-information/.
Have you organized a great initiative at Dawson?
Get recognized for it!
Forces Avenir recognizes excellent student projects in CEGEPs across Quebec in the following categories:
Mutual Aid, Peace, and Justice
Environment
Social Economy, Entrepreneurship, and Business
Arts, Literature, and Culture
Science and Technology
Society, Communications, and Education
Health and Healthy Living
They also have awards for committed and persevering students.
If interested in applying to Forces Avenir for funding and recognition, please contact Trudy Ste. Croix at tstecroix@dawsoncollege.qc.ca for information.
The Dawson deadline for student applications is February 18.
An Invitation for You
From the McGill Sports Management Club
This student-run club introduces students to the exciting world of sports business. Their annual conference takes place Feb. 12 from 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM and Dawson students are invited to attend at a discounted ticket price. Speakers include NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith, The Savannah Bananas' Director of People and Culture, Tucker Brooks, and Forbes magazine's 30 Under 30 sports honouree, Dr. Heath Gould. Lunch is included in the ticket price. The conference takes place at the Students' Society of McGill University (SSMU) Building, 3480 Mctavish, Montreal.
Intéressé.e par la bande dessinée?
Cette année, le collège participe pour la première fois au Prix BD des collégiens.
Si vous aimez la bande dessinée, que vous aimez échanger et discuter dans une ambiance agréable, alors cette activité est pour vous !
Il suffit de lire les cinq BD en lice et ensuite d'en discuter avec les autres personnes participantes. Les discussions se tiendront entre mi février et fin mars. Trois rencontres seront nécessaires pour sélectionner la BD gagnante.
From Feb. 11 to 28, students are invited to participate in the Push [Yourself] Up Challenge.
“The Push-Up Challenge is a free fitness event focused on pushing for better mental health for all Canadians. Participants take on 2,000 push-ups, representing the ~2,000 lives lost to suicide each day, worldwide.” (https://www.thepushupchallenge.ca/)
Feel free to skip rope or do lunges, squats or jumping jacks -- whatever works for you! Last year, we greatly surpassed our modest community goal of 2,000 push-ups. This year, we are aiming for 50,000 push-ups!
Do 2,000 reps of any exercise (step-ups, burpees, etc.).
Student Services is giving away $500 in prizes.
You could win one of four $50 gift certificates (for individual participation) or one of three $100 gift certificates (for team participation) to a variety of stores/restaurants (Lululemon, Sport Experts, La Cage aux Sports, IGA, etc.) -- winner's choice.
Take a micro break from studying by participating.
Improve your health and feel good!
Visit the Push [Yourself] Up Challenge station in the Upper Atrium 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM most days between Feb. 11 and 28.
Need help with math this semester?
Several great options are available!
CEGEP-level mathematics can be challenging. Dawson’s Math Success Centre provides students with the tools, resources and support needed to achieve their goals in mathematics courses.
• Math Tutorial Room (7B.1): Open every day from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, staffed by math teachers and tutors. No appointments needed - drop by to ask your math questions!
• Math Problem-Solving Session: Join a Math Problem-Solving Group to benefit from structured practice, collaboration with peers and support from a trained math peer mentor.
• Omnivox Community: The Math Success Centre's Omnivox Community has a variety of digital resources to support your math learning.
• Individual Consultation: Schedule a meeting with a Pedagogical Counsellor to discuss the best way to get help in math and ensure your success in the course.
There is no cost for these services. For more information, or to book an appointment, send a MIO to Reyana Hadef (Pedagogical Counsellor), or email rhadef@dawsoncollege.qc.ca.
Services for Students
Hours of availability for the week of February 10-14
Academic Advising Drop-in (2D.7): Monday to Friday 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Academic Advising Chat: Monday 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Academic Skills Centre (6D.2): Monday to Thursday 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM, Friday 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Academic Skills Centre Drop-in (6D.2): Monday to Thursday 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM and 5:00 - 6:30 PM, Friday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Bookstore (1F.2): Monday to Thursday 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Friday 9:00 – 12:00 and 13:00 – 17:00
Career Resource Centre (6D.5): Monday 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Wednesday 10:00 AM -12:00 PM, Friday 10:00 AM -12:00 AM
Continuing Education Office (2H.1): Monday to Thursday 11:00 AM - 6:45 PM, Friday 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM, AEC students: email AEC@dawsoncollege.qc.ca
Financial Aid (4E.5): Tuesday and Friday 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM, Wednesday and Thursday 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
First Year Office (2D.0): Monday to Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
IT Support (2H.12): Monday to Friday 7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Library (5C.1): Monday to Thursday 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM, Friday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Registrar's Office/Student Records (2D.6): Monday to Thursday 8:30 AM -5:00 PM, Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Student AccessAbility Centre (2E.6): Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Student Fees (4B.5): Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Your Take
Dawson through your eyesDawson's cross-country team reconvening after a workout at McGill's indoor track last November. PHOTO: ELLA O'CARROLL prophotodawsoncollege.com
About this issue
Dawson College is committed to improving communications to students. This handy new bulletin from the Communications Office and the Student Bulletin Editorial Team provides important information you need to know right now.
Have feedback or want to share a news/information item? MIO us at Student Bulletin. The deadline is Wednesday afternoon for inclusion in Friday's issue.
This student-run club introduces students to the exciting world of sports business. Their annual conference takes place Feb. 12 from 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM and Dawson students are invited to attend at a discounted ticket price. Speakers include NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith, The Savannah Bananas' Director of People and Culture, Tucker Brooks, and Forbes magazine's 30 Under 30 sports honouree, Dr. Heath Gould. Lunch is included in the 
