2020 Nursing grad Francesca Robinson wins major bursary from OIIQ
January 19th, 2022
Perseverance and a desire to serve her community have distinguished Francesca Robinson (Dawson Class of 2020, Nursing). After dropping out at age 16, Francesca completed high school and had her first child during the same year. She went on to study Nursing at Dawson and graduated early with the rest of her Class of 2020 cohort so they could help care for Quebecers during the pandemic. Last month, Francesca was named one of the first two recipients of the bourse d'études Noëllette-Drouin of the Fondation de l'Ordre des infirmières et infirmiers du Québec (OIIQ).
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UNMASKED: AEC Photography exhibit
December 1st, 2021
Don't miss “Unmasked,” an exhibition showcasing Dawson's AEC Commercial Photography graduates.
"Unmasked" reveals the creative results of a two-year formative process in the face of the pandemic. It is marked by resilience and captivating visuals.
The exhibition will be at the Warren G. Flowers Art Gallery from Dec. 20 to 23 and from Jan. 4-11, 2022.
The gallery is open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Dawson grad designed Remembrance Day coin
November 17th, 2021
Dawson graduate and tattoo artist Caitlin Lindstrom-Milne (Dawson Class of 2014, Illustration) was chosen to design the Royal Canadian Mint’s Remembrance Day coin this year. Her story was featured by Global Montreal on Nov. 10.
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Tommy Diamantakos new Associate Dean of CAA
August 18th, 2021
Tommy Diamantakos (Class of 2002, Cinema | Communications) is happy to be back at Dawson.
In July, Tommy began his new role as Associate Dean of Creative and Applied Arts working with Dean Andréa Cole to support teachers and students. We are working hard to ensure everything is in place for a smooth start, he said, and added: “I’m excited to see the students and teachers return to campus.”
Tommy is especially looking forward to the end of year activities and the Vernissage Season.
Prior to coming to Dawson, Tommy served as Coordinator of Continuing Education at Vanier College. Other experiences include working at Heritage College as Associate Academic Dean, and teaching English as a second language.
Meet the awards recipients of Winter 2021
August 18th, 2021
Dawson College celebrates the award recipients of the Winter 2021 semester with a special website featuring photos and quotes. Thanks to everyone who supported our outstanding students. Click here to go to the Winter 2021 Award Recipients page.
If you would like to do something enjoyable and meaningful this semester, please volunteer to serve on an award selection committee for this Fall 2021 semester. The time commitment is about two to three hours.
Fill out this online form to volunteer for a selection committee: https://www.dawsoncollege.qc.ca/awards-scholarships/awards-selection-committee-sign-up-form/
Meygan Brody is Dawson’s Valedictorian for the Class of 2021
June 1st, 2021
This year’s valedictorian is a future physician with a passion for social justice. Enriched Science student Meygan Brody has been selected to address Dawson’s Class of 2021 at Virtual Graduation on June 30.
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Dawson didn’t make me an anglo: 2011 valedictorian
June 1st, 2021
Jean-François Garneau (Class of 2011) says his experience at Dawson College a decade ago was a positive one. He shared his opinion in The Montreal Gazette on May 21.
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Keynote Earth Week talk addressed struggles for environmental justice in Indigenous and Black communities
May 4th, 2021
Earth Week organizers were able to take advantage of our current online reality by virtually bringing in Keynote Speaker Dr. Ingrid Waldron of Dalhousie University, who is also a graduate of Dawson (Class of 1983, Social Science).
Click Read More for the report prepared by Diana Rice of the Peace Centre and the Office of Academic Development.
Vernissage Season 2021 begins May 26
May 4th, 2021
One of the beloved springtime traditions at Dawson College is Vernissage Season when the graduating students exhibit their work to the Dawson community, alumni, industry players and potential employers.
Click Read More for all the dates and find out what's new this year.
Join Montreal Kneels for Change Wednesday at 8:15 p.m.
February 23rd, 2021
Dawson graduate Denburk Reid (Class of 2000, Marketing and Management Technology) has organized Montreal Kneels for Change, a live event on Instagram on Feb. 24. The goals are to raise awareness of local social justice issues, honour the life of Sheffield Matthews and denounce the injustices committed against Mamadi III Fara Camara.
“As a community, we must come together and demonstrate our solidarity,” Denburk said.
We are invited to:
- join the Instagram Live event on Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 8:15 p.m.
- take a photo standing with your hand on your heart
- share the photo on your social media using the hashtag #kneelsforchange and tag @mtl_community_cares.
Links:
More info: https://montrealcommunitycares.com/virtual-montreal-kneels-for-change-event-feb-24-2021-815-pm-845-pm-est/
Instagram page of Montreal Community Cares: https://www.instagram.com/mtl_community_cares/?hl=en
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