Out of the shadows: How this alum is helping the LGBTQ+ community 

After struggling with his sexuality and mental health in his youth, arts alum Alex Sangha strives to create safe spaces for the South Asian LGBTQ+ community as a social worker, counsellor, filmmaker and activist.

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.

A sense of community: How this Social Work student is advocating for students inside and outside the classroom

Inspired to become a social worker because of her own experience in government care, Bachelor of Social Work student Aly Hillaby is using her skills to foster connections at Douglas.

Not too steep: This alum’s passion for tea and education helped her grow into an entrepreneur

The idea for Nancy Prokosh’s tea company came to her in a dream. Today, she’s a business owner, a tea master and aims to make a difference in her community.

Bamboo in the water: This International Business Management student clinched a $24 thousand investment on Shark Tank Mexico 

Erick Rodriguez’s global-minded business sense helped him develop stylish, eco-friendly apparel worth fighting for – and over. Now he’s getting the education he needs to keep his creative skills sharp. 

Making meaningful connections: a guide to supporting your social health

Beyond the Blues: Myat Noe Pwint shares how she, an international student, made friends and built her school community.

Get ready to snooze: A student’s perspective on the importance of sleep hygiene for mental health 

For Beyond the Blues, we have Jayden Haywood to help you fall asleep faster and have a better night sleep – and as a result, perform even better at school!

Calling student scientists! Lead your own research project at Douglas College 

Here’s a chance to dive into a research project, get credits for it, and get published in an academic journal.

Levelling the playing field: Sport Science instructor calls for more inclusive youth soccer programming in B.C.

Douglas College’s Dr. Dominique Falls hopes her research on how soccer programs are organized will persuade the soccer community to move away from gender-segregation.

Get paid to promote research at the College – here’s how 

Make connections, grow your skills and promote research at Douglas by becoming a Student Research Ambassador.