From the classroom to the frontline: How one Douglas grad combined his education with a career in firefighting

Nick Cirillo’s Bachelor of Physical Education and Coaching degree gave him the tools he needed to become a firefighter.

Not only for improving English: how the ELLA program helped this Post-Degree Diploma student’s journey every step of the way

Post-Degree Diploma in Marketing Management student Amie Sarabosing didn’t think she needed to take classes to improve her English at first, but is now the biggest advocate for any non-native speakers to enroll in the ELLA program. She shares her experience on how ELLA helped her academically, introduced her to lifelong friends, and found her the perfect job.

Celebrating my heritage while finding my community at Douglas

In honour of National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day, Bachelor of Social Work student Aly Hillaby talks about the significance of the month of June and her experience at Douglas as an Indigenous student .

Q&A: How one Therapeutic Recreation alum finished off her last semester during the pandemic – and landed a job!

Emma Martina learned the value of therapeutic recreation at a young age. Now a grad of the diploma program, Emma is using her skills to bring healing and hope to others.

Meet Douglas College’s first recipient of the Outstanding Young Alumni Award

Meredith Graham, a former youth from care and a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care alum, is being recognized for her outstanding work with youth in the community.

Guided by the Raven and Eagle: How this Psychiatric Nursing grad found clarity by following her Indigenous roots

When Brenna Robert learned about the Psychiatric Nursing program at Douglas College – and that it offered designated seats to Indigenous students – she knew she’d found her calling.

Framing education with experience gave this Opticianry grad a head start in her career

Prabhjot Sandhu gained valuable, real-world experience during her practicums, giving her a clear view of her future in the field of opticianry.

Beyond the face: Meet Adelia

Nursing grad Adelia Paul is a fighter; she fought to achieve her own goals, and now she’s fighting to improve health-care for Indigenous people.

Campus events: Feb. 10 – 14

Check out events scheduled at our New West and Coquitlam campuses this week.

Campus events: Feb. 3 – 7

Check out events scheduled at our New West and Coquitlam campuses this week.