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.
Are you ready for the Big One?
On Oct. 20, in an effort to prepare for a potential earthquake, Douglas College students, employees and visitors can take part in the Great British Columbia ShakeOut – a province-wide earthquake drill.
The truth unzipped: Why it’s time to ditch fast fashion
Naomi Higo, Urban Ecology Coordinator, writes about the harms of fast fashion and how Waste Reduction Week is sharing tactics for change.
This Veterinary Technology grad is fighting plastic pollution in her industry
Jocelyn Marsh connects veterinary medicine with ocean stewardship in an effort to save nearly 2.7 million plastic needles and syringes per year from entering the landfill and our waterways.
Please judge this book by its cover: Michelle Sound and her blossoming art career
Indigenous CAF Advisor Michelle Sound’s celebrated artwork has been featured on the cover of an award-winning author’s novel and displayed in galleries across Canada in recent years.
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
Goal diggers: Geological Resources students land the perfect mining jobs this summer
The Diploma in Geological Resources gives students the skills and connections they need to carve out a place in the mining industry. Eight of its up-and-comers beat university students two years ahead of them for the chance to scour B.C. for important minerals.
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
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?
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