Student murals add colour and creativity to Dawson club space
May 14th, 2026
Dawson College’s hallways and club spaces have been refreshed thanks to Campus Creatives, a student-led initiative bringing original mural art to campus.
Launched by the Dawson Student Union (DSU), the project was designed to make the college feel more alive while giving students the chance to showcase their creativity on a large scale. “We wanted the school to reflect the artistic spirit of our students,” said Emilia Alina Tobar-Icaza, DSU Vice-President of Operations and Services.
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Q&A with newly published author and Dawson English teacher Alecsandra Kakon
May 14th, 2026
On May 12, Dawson English teacher Alecsandra Kakon's debut novel, This Is Why I Need You, was published by ECW Books. The Communications Office interviewed Alecsandra about her book, her writing process and more.
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Student mural brings life and colour to Dawson Library
May 14th, 2026
A new collaborative mural is bringing colour, creativity and calm to the Dawson College Library, thanks to support from the Dawson College Foundation.
Titled In Bloom, the large-scale artwork is now installed in the 6E wing of the Library, on the wall facing Wood Avenue. Tucked into the last section of shelves on the left side off the corridor, the mural transforms an otherwise quiet study area into a vibrant visual experience.
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Photography students connect with industry pros speed-dating style
May 14th, 2026
Students in Dawson College’s Professional Photography Program stepped into the fast-paced world of the industry on May 8 during a portfolio “speed dating” event designed to connect graduating photographers with working professionals.
The event paired students with industry experts for a series of 15-minute, one-on-one portfolio reviews. In each session, students presented their work, received personalized feedback, asked questions, and built connections in a dynamic and supportive setting.
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AEC in Commercial Photography comes to a close with Emerge exhibition May 28
May 14th, 2026
The AEC in Commercial Photography program is ending after decades of training photographers. The last vernissage is Emerge, featuring the work of the last cohort. It will take place in the Upper Atrium on May 28 at 6:30 PM.
Visit the link to read a reflection by Program Coordinator Laurel Breidon on the impact of the AEC in Commercial Photography.
IVGD Showcase June 4
May 14th, 2026
Simeon Pompey honoured with MNA Medal
May 14th, 2026
Congratulations to CRLT faculty member, devoted community leader and volunteer Simeon Pompey on receiving an MNA Medal from Désirée McGraw, Member of the National Assembly for NDG. She recognized Simeon as a person who helps "shape our community and make it shine. Each of these recipients has left a lasting mark on our neighbourhood and on Quebec. In their respective fields, they represent the very best of NDG, embodying the strong sense of community that brings us together."
Electro Tech students final projects on display Friday, May 15
May 14th, 2026
The Electronics Engineering Technology Department will be having its annual project fair which showcases the electronic projects designed and built by our graduating students.
Come by to see some interesting and unique projects, such as a solar-powered automated bird feeder; a smart water bottle integrating water diagnostic sensors for reading water quality, temperature and clarity; and a controllable search and rescue drone.
When: Friday, May 15 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Where: Conrod's (2F.4)
Solving Montreal’s bike storage problem earns Dawson student recognition
May 14th, 2026
In a city where apartment space is tight and bicycles often end up on balconies or in hallways, Dawson Interior Design student Maryssa Baril set out to design a better solution.
Her project, VeloVibe, earned an honourable mention in the 2026 FORM Student Innovation Competition, standing out among more than 300 entries from across Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Created for this year’s theme, “Mood-Boosting Design,” the piece combines functionality, ergonomics and bold material choices to transform bike storage into an integrated, visually engaging part of urban living.
You can see Maryssa's design at the Interior Design Vernissage and Exhibition May 28-29.
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Prix du mérite for Dawson team at Science on tourne
May 14th, 2026
Dawson Science students Evan Parasol, Mateo Duque and Brent Suter earned an impressive second place finish at the Science on tourne competition May 1-2—just shy of gold by a margin of millimetres. Their standout machine also won both the Prix du mérite (for design, quality, consistency and environmental responsibility) and the Prix du Public.
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