Peace Panels series began Feb. 6 and continues
February 26th, 2026
On Feb. 6, as part of the Peace 365 class and in association with Dawson's Peace Centre and Peace Studies Certificate, Ivan Freud, who teaches the course, moderated the first of three peace panels this semester and the first ever French-language panel on the theme of "Peace and Self." Fabienne Cyrius, current chair of the Business Department, spoke on how personal finances are essential to personal peace, Annie-Hélène Samson from our Biology Department spoke on human evolution and the need to cooperate, and Laura Kassar PhD candidate in religious studies at the Université de Montréal spoke on vulnerability and interdependence in times of crisis. The panelists then participated in a lively Q & A with Paix 365 students and guests.
Students are to offer a paragraph suggesting what the unifying theme of the presentations might have been. You can see the panel here and consider the question yourself!
https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/peace-centre/peace-studies-certificate/peace-365/
There are two panels to go this semester to be held between 1 PM – 2:15 PM in the Dawson Theatre – “Paix et l’ Autre” on Friday, March 13, and “Paix et Nature” on Friday, April 17. All are welcome! Feel free to bring your classes!
Many thanks to Karina D'Ermo, Sarah Cartier, David Lines, and David Bannout for their invaluable assistance with this panel and also to Lisa Steffen, Diana Rice, Daniel Goldsmith, Jenn de Vera, Susan Finch, Sean Elliot, Sarah Allen, Brian Redekopp and the many others who have given of their time and expertise over the years.
February 26th, 2026
“Write and forget the noise,” advised Gladwell Pamba. Pamba was speaking to students and faculty in the packed amphitheatre at the Winter 2026 edition of Dawson Reads, sponsored by the English Department. Dawson literature student Dorji Dhatsenpa opened the event by reading six original poems. English teacher Sarah Burgoyne introduced the main speaker, saying, “Gladwell creates…
Learning solidarity beyond the classroom
February 26th, 2026
This semester, I was part of a group of approximately 25 students in my class Solidarity in Action: A Local Perspective, who participated in an intensive learning experience focused on migrant justice in Montréal.
Over several days, we stepped outside the classroom and met with community organizations including the Immigrant Work Centre (IWC), Jia Foundation, Refugee Centre, Welcome Collective, and Solidarity Across Borders (SAB). The goal of the course is not just to learn definitions and theories about migration, borders, and justice, but to connect those ideas to real people, real stories, and real struggles happening in our own city.
Visit the link for a homepage news story by student Prabhleen Kaur Bhatti.
February 26th, 2026
The French Department (Catherine Soleil) and the Illustration Department (Marc-André Cright), supported by Campus Life and the Dawson Library, in partnership with the SPACE Certificate, are launching a new French reading and discussion contest. Open to all students, Le Phylactère celebrates contemporary French-language comics, graphic novels, and zines. Participants must read six selected works and take…
Cuba through community: reflections from a student delegation
February 12th, 2026
On December 27, 2025, 19 second-year students from the Social Change and Solidarity program, accompanied by two teachers—Sara and Mark—and their supervisor, 5-year-old Amelia, embarked on a three-week solidarity trip to Cuba. While our program provides strong, classroom-based learning, it also emphasizes learning beyond the classroom and looking at the broader structures at play, which is why this trip has been an essential part of the curriculum for several years.
Visit the link for a feature report by some of the students who attended.
January 29th, 2026
Did you know that as an employee you can sign up to see interesting presentations during Social Science Week? Once again, Student Services and Human Resources have teamed up with the organizers of Social Science Week, Philip Lagace and Mark Beauchamp, to offer (or make known) interesting presentations about topics related to sexual violence prevention…
January 29th, 2026
As an extension of the Food Justice Program at Dawson College, which offers free vegetarian or vegan meals and snacks five days a week, the Office of Sustainability wanted to keep the goodwill and love going through the launch of the Cooking for Justice program last fall. Every month, faculty and their students come together to create a beautiful…
Save the Date for Social Science Week
November 20th, 2025
Planning is now well underway for Dawson's Social Science Week 2026! Social Science Week is an annual conference hosted at Dawson College, one that showcases a variety of exciting speakers and engages a range of important themes (e.g., Indigenous concerns, environmental matters, and contemporary political issues).
In 2026, Social Science Week will run from Feb. 9-12 in 5B.16. The official speaker list and program will be announced soon, but everyone can expect another stellar offering. Circle your calendars and stay tuned!
Get ready to walk the red carpet: The Dawson Film Festival returns Dec. 5
November 19th, 2025
The Fall 2025 edition of the Dawson Film Festival (DFF) is rolling out the red carpet. Join us on Friday, Dec. 5 at 7 PM in the Dawson Theatre for a glamorous (and slightly tongue-in-cheek) celebration of student filmmaking. Expect a showcase of student-produced short films, a playful nod to classic award shows, and of course, the presentation of this semester’s DFF awards.
Tickets go on sale Monday, Dec. 1 in 3B.1-1., with all proceeds supporting student awards and the Cinema | Communications profile.
For updates, sneak peeks, and festival fun, follow @dawsonfilmfestival on Instagram.
Physiotherapy students assessed Special Olympics athletes
November 6th, 2025
It was a day of learning, connection, and purpose as Dawson’s third-year Physiotherapy Technology students turned classroom knowledge into meaningful community engagement. On Oct. 23, 28 students, accompanied by faculty members Krista Bulow, Kim Bulger, and Sharon Clegg, visited an adult education centre in Saint-Laurent to meet and assess 25 Special Olympics athletes.
Visit the link for the homepage news story.
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