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A Computing Science student creates a virtual reality simulation.

Douglas College students to build AI and virtual reality training simulations for classmates with $500,000 Embark grant

Thanks to a $500,000 Embark Student Foundation grant, Computing Science students are coding custom AI and virtual reality simulations to help science students practise their skills before stepping into real clinics, labs and fieldwork.

Salmon jumping out of water, swimming upstream for salmon spawn.

The truth about storm drains and fish habitats

Storm drains lead to streams and other waterways. Keeping them free of toxins is crucial to the survival of aquatic life.

Psychiatric Nursing students provide compassionate, hands-on support to unhoused community

Founded by Psychiatric Nursing students, the Community Outreach Project is a student-led and volunteer-run group providing holistic care that respects these individuals’ current needs and abilities, rather than expecting them to change first.

Dr. Nasrin Oryakhil with former First Lady Michelle Obama

How the power of hope carried an Afghan women’s doctor through war, exile and education

From Kabul to Canada, Dr. Nasrin Oryakhil has dedicated her life to defending the rights of Afghan women and girls. A gynecologist and obstetrician, she provided critical care to women’s health through years of war, political upheaval and threats to her safety. Now, she supports the cause from Canada as a Douglas College alum.

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Posted on October 27, 2026 by

What peer tutoring can do for you

You might think tutoring is something you turn to only when you’re falling behind in your studies. But peer tutoring can help you in many different ways. You may need help understanding a concept, or maybe you need a second opinion on an assignment, a confidence boost or to just talk to another student who understands what you’re going through.

Posted on September 21, 2026 by

Are you ready for the Big One? 

On Oct. 15, Douglas College students, employees and visitors can take part in the Great British Columbia ShakeOut – a province-wide earthquake drill.

Posted on June 23, 2026 by

Pick your kind of course: Understand the system

Choosing an elective that’s both interesting and fits your schedule and program requirements can be challenging. To help with that, we’ve started a blog series that explores courses across the College in a more meaningful way.

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Hey Douglas students and alumni! Did you participate in a fun student group, work on a cool project or get your dream job after graduation? If you have a great story about life at Douglas, we want to hear from you.

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