Posted on June 14, 2021 by douglascollegeblog
Meet Douglas College’s first recipient of the Outstanding Young Alumni Award
Meredith Graham, a former youth from care and a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care alum, is being recognized for her outstanding work with youth in the community.
Posted on June 8, 2021 by douglascollegeblog
Guided by the Raven and Eagle: How this Psychiatric Nursing grad found clarity by following her Indigenous roots
When Brenna Robert learned about the Psychiatric Nursing program at Douglas College – and that it offered designated seats to Indigenous students – she knew she’d found her calling.
Posted on May 4, 2021 by douglascollegeblog
Staying connected during a pandemic: my Student Ambassador experience
Student Ambassadors help with school visits, speak to potential new students, direct people to information sessions, and address concerns potential or current students may have. It is an opportunity for me to share my Douglas experience. Most of these opportunities have now had a virtual replacement and I am able to do most from home which has been a pleasant experience.
Posted on April 14, 2021 by douglascollegeblog
This alum is bringing joy to seniors with dementia in the midst of the pandemic
Therapeutic Recreation grad Danielle Axton’s simple request to spread holiday cheer went viral – and global.
Posted on April 7, 2021 by douglascollegeblog
Mechanic shifts gears to business owner with dreams of running one of the most successful auto repair shops in the Tri-Cities
Spending time in his dad’s auto shop gave Robert Zielinski ideas for how to grow the business. Getting a BBA with a concentration in Trades Management helped him put those ideas in motion.
Posted on March 22, 2021 by douglascollegeblog
Make connections, grow your skills and promote research at Douglas
Student Research Ambassadors talk about why getting involved in research matters, and why you should get involved, too.
Posted on February 12, 2021 by douglascollegeblog
Finding his rhythm: Music Technology grad engineers a career he loves, one beat at a time
Adam Castillo went from playing Guitar Hero and mixing tracks in Garage Band to starting his own studio and creating music with local recording artists.
Posted on January 29, 2021 by douglascollegeblog
This Child and Youth Care student overcame personal challenges and now wants to help young people
Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care student, Marie-Patrice Cusson, talks about how her struggle growing up motivated her to pursue her dreams.
Posted on January 25, 2021 by douglascollegeblog
Getting set for the next stage: How the pandemic helped this theatre grad rediscover the power of story
Although COVID-19 has meant a hiatus for the performing arts community, actor Julia Siedlanowska has been reflecting on how storytelling can help people heal.
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