What does it mean to care? Creating space for growth and leadership in youth support
Driven by a desire to understand what it truly means to care, Kyle Brogan left acting to become a support worker for elementary school students. While he dreams of creating a new role within the school, he currently empowers kids to embrace their personal stories and become the authors of their own lives through trust and leadership.
Communicating for a cause: this grad fights for Afghan women’s right to education
A mom of two and former legal writer, Kristin Ignacz pivoted her career to human rights advocacy through Douglas College’s Professional Communications Post-Degree Diploma. Now in her role at Right to Learn Afghanistan, she incorporates public relations with activism, using her skills to champion Afghan women’s rights globally.
This Youth Justice alum is breaking barriers and combating domestic violence in B.C. newcomer communities
Bobbi Terrell, a Douglas College Youth Justice alum, is a dedicated advocate for fighting against domestic violence in B.C.’s newcomer communities. Currently a Senior Manager at DIVERSEcity, she oversees the Stories of Strength initiative that empowers survivors and fosters strong community support.
Congratulations to the 2024 Student Leadership Award winners
Meet the students, faculty and staff who have shown themselves to be leaders through their outstanding contributions to the College.
2023 Student Leadership Awards winners announced
The Student Leadership Awards hosted 150+ guests to honour this year’s winners and nominees for their contributions to Douglas College.
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.
This Student Ambassador helped people find their place at Douglas – and so could you!
Patrick Sheepwash lit the way for hundreds of students to thrive as part of the Douglas College community
Meet your Summer 2022 Valedictorians!
We caught up with seven of our Summer 2022 valedictorians before they crossed the stage. Find out what they’ll be doing after graduation and how they plan to change the world. How do you hope to make the world a better place? What will you DO after graduation?
A fighter for justice: Minister Melanie Mark’s path to politics
Douglas Criminology alum and B.C.’s Minister for Tourism, Art, Culture and Sport originally wanted to be a police officer. Today, she continues her goal to fight for justice as a leader in B.C.’s parliament.
2021 Student Leadership Award winners announced
The Student Leadership Awards is an annual event that brings the Douglas College community together to celebrate exceptional students, faculty and staff who have made an outstanding contributions to leadership.
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