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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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On track: How Southern Railway is helping break down barriers for Indigenous and immigrant students at Douglas

Established in 1897 as the BC Electric Railway, the Southern Railway of British Columbia has a long history connecting communities in the Lower Mainland. Earlier this year, the organization established a bursary to support immigrant and Indigenous students at Douglas College.

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This Commerce and Business Administration grad is making his alma mater more inclusive

Allyn Edwards and his employer, Southern Railway of British Columbia, have established a bursary to help break down barriers for Indigenous and immigrant students at Douglas.

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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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