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This Child and Youth Care student overcame her shyness to help others succeed

Becoming a Student Assistant helped Myat Noe Pwint develop her public speaking skills while guiding students on campus.

Grounded in growth: Jeff Ross coaches women’s volleyball with a focus on the players’ future

Jeff Ross prepares student athletes in women’s volleyball for lifelong success and aims to encourage fellow Indigenous coaches.

From Kenya to Vancouver Island: Irene Jesso’s marathon journey to improve the lives of marginalized communities  

Bachelor of Social Work alum Irene Jesso wanted to advocate for marginalized people. Now she helps struggling families as a social worker in Alert Bay, B.C.

‘Tis the season for frightful weather

Taking classes during the winter months? Be prepared for winter weather and know what to do in the event of a snowstorm.

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This Social Work alum wants her master’s degree to help her create systemic change 

For B.C.’s Social Work Week, get a glimpse of Rachelle Wilmot’s path to becoming a social worker – and how education helps her protect vulnerable youth.

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This Physical Education and Coaching student is trekking over 4,000 km to support fellow sexual violence survivors

Two years ago, Alyssa Kroeker was questioning her will to live. Now she wants her journey on the Pacific Crest Trail to be a road to healing for herself and other survivors.

Posted on March 4, 2022 by

Five ways you can get involved in research at Douglas 

Doing research at an undergraduate level is easier than you think. Find out how you can gain work experience, research skills and build your resumé while learning new things.

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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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