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.

Meet the Douglas College class of 2026 valedictorians

June graduation ceremonies are approaching fast. Next week, we’ll be celebrating over a thousand students as they cross the stage across nine ceremonies. Representing their fellow classmates are the 2026 valedictorians.

What your regalia means and how to wear it right

Graduation season is here, and as you celebrate your accomplishments and prepare to cross the stage, you’ll be sporting a special outfit: your academic regalia.

Meet the 2026 Student Leadership Awards winners

Last week, the Student Leadership Awards honoured this year’s winners and nominees.

Meet the 2026 Student Research Days winners

Earlier this month, Douglas College held its 18th annual Student Research Days event where students showcased their hard work and discoveries from individual or group research projects.

Mindfully preparing for exam season: from a fourth-year student

Child and Youth Care practicum student shares how practicing self-compassion has helped her build healthier habits for movement, nutrition, and rest.

Wellness, One Step at a Time: Exploring the 8 dimensions (part 2) 

Discover the 8 Dimensions of Wellness and how to incorporate them into your life.

Wellness, One Step at a Time: Exploring the 8 dimensions (part 1) 

Discover the 8 Dimensions of Wellness and how to incorporate them into your life.

Making space by taking space: First openly trans campus leader paves the way for gender-diverse inclusion

Margaret Waldron

Margaret Waldron, Douglas College’s first openly trans Pride Representative, talks about creating safe spaces, community care and what it means to be visible on campus as a trans woman.

This Psychology student is investigating Asian-Canadians’ use of mental health services

Applied Psychology Honours student Rico Misajon takes a deeper look at Asian-Canadians’ attitudes about mental health – and whether these attitudes prevent them from seeking counselling and other mental health services