Athletic Therapy Clinic open
The Athletic Therapy Clinic is open three days a week. For more information or to book an appointment, contact atclinic@dawsoncollege.qc.ca
Campus Life and Leadership continuing to offer activities for students
The Campus Life and Leadership team of Gianna Di Giacomo-Smith, Michelle Lee and Billi-Jo Poirier and their Blue Ring student volunteers have redefined success this semester.
Click Read More for the news story and find out what students enjoy, how the CLL team has adapted and see what's coming up.
Over 100 students in need receive new bursary
Students have greater needs this year so 成人黑料 is delivering more support. One example is the 成人黑料 Financial Aid Bursary (DCFAB), which was set up last fall by the Dawson Student Union (DSU), the Student Services team of the College and the 成人黑料 Foundation. The聽Minist猫re de l'Enseignement sup茅rieur has provided additional support.
鈥淚 am pleased to report that as of Feb. 1, we have distributed $83,250 through the DCFAB to 123 students,鈥� said Monique Magnan, Director of Student Services.
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Please reply by Feb. 11 to participate in mentorship program
We need your help to break the isolation our students feel in the online learning environment and to help ease the stress caused by the pandemic. With your help, we aim to reach 2,000 students through our outreach efforts.聽 Our target group consists of second-year or third-year students who have failed at least one course…
Donations needed for Food Bank
Your support is requested to help stock the Food Bank in the College鈥檚 Financial Aid Office.
Students in need can make appointments to 鈥渟hop the shelves鈥� on Fridays. Yvonne Dudley reports that our supplies are running low.
Drop off arrangements聽
The Facilities Management team has arranged a drop off for your nonperishable food donations. Come to the shipping doors, 4011 de Maisonneuve (Parking entrance), from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. If you are on campus, you can also bring your donation directly to Financial Aid in 4E2.
Needs list:
Pasta, sauce, rice, dried legumes, spices, barley, quinoa, cereal, peanut butter, jelly, honey,聽canned beans, canned vegetables, corn, peas, green/yellow beans, beets, carrots, asparagus, potatoes, tomatoes, canned meats; turkey, chicken, ham, beef, tuna, salmon, sardines, shelf safe oat, almond, soya milk, coconut milk, tofu, Prepared soups, beans and chili. Non-food items are also needed, such as toothpaste and toothbrushes, tampons and pads, shampoo.
Donations can also be made online to the
Student Wellness Challenge begins Feb. 15
A Wellness Challenge for Students is being launched Feb. 15
Student Services, Sustainability and Communications have developed a peer to peer model that will encourage students to sustain healthy minds and healthy bodies through awareness and prevention.
Students will learn about how to create positive habits and find motivation from one another to combat the mental and physical burden they may be experiencing. Participants will earn entries into a draw for prizes throughout the semester.
Mental health and well-being are essential to student success. To find out more, students can follow @ on Instagram.
After “Rebellion” students discuss climate change at Feb. 18 panel
Five inspiring Dawson students and alumni will discuss their views and actions on the Climate Crisis at the Environmental Seminar at Dawson (virtually) on Feb. 18 at 10 a.m.
The 2019 climate march was featured in an episode of David Suzuki's The Nature of Things entitled "Rebellion". The聽mobilization of the College was spearheaded by the Green Earth Club. Students will discuss their involvement in the march as youth activists and present their current projects.
Presentations will be followed by a Q & A. This panel is being moderated by Brian Mader and introduced by Anna-Liisa Aunio. Please watch the episode Rebellion, which is available free on CBC Gem here:
E-mail bpoirier@dawsoncollege.qc.ca to book your class for the panel.
Updates to Policy for a Smoke-Free College
The Policy for a Smoke-Free College was updated in November. The main changes to the policy are:
- Progressive sanctions for students and employees, including fines
- Cannabis is prohibited
- Roles and responsibilities have been updated
- Third-hand smoke (residue that remains on objects) is included
- Tips and support available for employees through Human Resources and for students through College Nurse Julie Drolet
- What to do if a student is vaping/smoking during a Zoom class
Click Read More to go to the updated policy.
We want you! Seeking 150 volunteers for student outreach
We need your help to break the isolation our students feel in the online learning environment and to help ease the stress caused by the pandemic. With your help, we aim to reach 2,000 students through our outreach efforts.聽 Our target group consists of second-year or third-year students who have failed at least one course…
Let’s Talk Day is Jan. 28
Join the conversation on Jan. 28 and show your support for mental health by getting involved in Bell Let's Talk Day. This is largely a social media campaign. Check out and share the content on the official 成人黑料 social media channels as well as on the Dawson Blues, CLL and Student Health social media channels.
Last Modified: February 23, 2021
