Dawson Student Bulletin

October 23, 2026

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Halloween at Dawson 

Planning a costume? Help keep Dawson welcoming for everyone by choosing outfits that are respectful, non-violent and free of offensive stereotypes. Please leave weapons and other potentially unsettling props at home.

To learn more, you can watch this short PBS video What is Cultural Appropriation?

We know how creative Dawson students are. You are up to the task of having fun while keeping our campus a welcoming space for everyone.

This week at Dawson

TUESDAY | OCT. 27

On the Edge of Your Limit: If You Choose to Use, Choose to Know
11 AM–2:30 PM | Upper Atrium

Come learn more about substance use and impairment at this interactive booth.

Journalism & Media Literacy Event: Kathryn Jezer-Morton
1 PM | Room 5B.16

Join journalist and author Kathryn Jezer-Morton for a conversation about her book, The Story of Your Life: How Social Media Shapes the Way We Experience Everything.

WEDNESDAY | OCT. 28

Western University Ivey School of Business – University Visit
10 AM–12 PM | Upper Atrium, near the escalators

Atlantic Provinces – Universities Visit
10:30 AM–12:30 PM | Upper Atrium, near the Cafeteria

THURSDAY | OCT. 29

Ciné-club francophone
6–9 PM | Room 4C.1

Enjoy a French-language film with free popcorn. No registration required. The Ciné-club francophone takes place every Thursday until Dec. 3.

FRIDAY | OCT. 30

Trick or Treat on Campus
1:30–3 PM | Starting in Room 2E.4

Dress up in your full costume and trick or treat around campus. Starting point is Campus Life Office (Room 2E.4).

Ethical Concerns and AI
2:30–4:30 PM | Room 3H.10

Explore ethical concerns surrounding the use and development of artificial intelligence, including the environmental costs of powering AI, intellectual property, labour exploitation, and bias in AI training.

Sign up HERE.

SATURDAY | OCT. 31

Forbidden Heaven: IntenCity Halloween Event
1 PM | Room 5B.16

Join IntenCity for an afternoon of performances, costumes, angels, demons, and everything in between. Advance tickets are available at the Campus Life Office (Room 2E.4) or at the door.

Trick or Treat on Campus

Friday, October 30 | 1:30–3 PM | Starting in Room 2E.4

Want candy, but feel too old to trick or treat in your neighbourhood? No judgment here! Dress up in your full costume and trick or treat around campus. Start in Room 2E.4 to pick up your official treat bag, get your first treat, and find out which offices are handing out candy. Trick or treat yourself!

Up to $5,000 for student-focused projects

Got an idea to make student life at Dawson even better? Apply for SAGE funding by Nov. 13 at 11:59 PM for a chance to receive up to $5,000 for a project that enhances the student experience beyond the classroom. Applications will be reviewed by a committee that includes representatives from the Dawson Student Union, with decisions announced by Jan. 31, 2027.

Apply here

Livres, thé et prix à gagner du 28 octobre au 17 novembre

Le Département de français et Campus Life invitent toute la communauté de Dawson à participer au Prix littéraire Préambule, qui se tiendra du mercredi 28 octobre au mardi 17 novembre inclusivement.

Le Prix Préambule  vise à « mettre en valeur le potentiel de plaisir de lecture dans les premières pages d’un roman, dans son titre et dans sa page couverture ». Pour en savoir plus, cliquez ici.

Venez découvrir les œuvres en lice dans un espace convivial en face du bureau des étudiants de première année (2D.01). : mardi, mercredi et jeudi, de 10 h à 16 h. Des grignotines et du thé seront offerts.

Tirage le 17 novembre. Courez la chance de gagner une entrée au Salon du livre de Montréal.

Journalism & Media Literacy Event: Kathryn Jezer-Morton

How does social media shape the way we see ourselves? Join journalist and author Kathryn Jezer-Morton for a conversation about her book, The Story of Your Life: How Social Media Shapes the Way We Experience Everything.

Tuesday, October 27
1 PM | Room 5B.16

Free admission!

John Molson School of Business online info session Oct. 29

Concordia's John Molson School of Business is hosting a CEGEP info session—Your Path from Dawson to John Molson. It is taking place online on Thursday, Oct. 29 from 7 to 8 PM.

The presentation will cover:

• What makes the John Molson School of Business unique
• Admission requirements and potential admission pathways
• Opportunities available to JMSB students, including Co-op and Career Management Services (CMS)
• Examples of career paths, job titles, and salary outcomes

Registration link

K-Pop Dancing Halloween event Oct. 31 with IntenCity

Join IntenCity on Saturday, Oct. 31 at 1:00 PM in Room 5B.16 for an afternoon of performances, costumes, angels, demons, and everything that exists in between.

Advance tickets can be purchased at the  Campus Life Office (2E.4) or at the door.

Office Hours for the week of Oct. 26-30

• Academic Advising Drop-in (2D.7) and Chat: Academic Advising Schedule
• Learning Centre (6D.2): Monday to Thursday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM, Friday: 10 AM – 4:30 PM
• Learning Centre Drop-in (6D.2): Monday to Thursday: 11 AM – 3 PM and 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM, Friday: 11 AM – 3 PM
• Career Resource Centre (6D.5): Appointments and Drop-ins are on HOLD until further notice.
• 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): Continuing Education Advising Schedule
• 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 – 6:00 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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