Meet the 2025 Student Research Days winners

Congratulations to all the winners, and every student who put their hard work and research forward at our 17th annual Student Research Days.

Myth-busting the Vikings: What this History student wants you to know about old Norse gender roles

Sierra Monforton

Sierra Monforton’s research on gender roles in early Norse society is a testament to the power of historical inquiry — not just in uncovering hidden stories of the past, but in challenging how we understand the world today.

Purpose meets play: Pioneering therapeutic recreation through client-centered care

Michelle Addison perched on a log at a quiet beach, contemplating the tranquil sea and the gentle breeze during the sunset.

Pivoting from a Rehabilitation Assistant to a Therapeutic Recreation student at Douglas College, Michelle Addison is dedicated to blending creativity with care. With six years of experience working with older adults, Michelle channels her passion for therapeutic recreation into hands-on learning, innovative caregiver research and versatile, client-centered care.

Meet the 2024 Student Research Days winners

Congratulations to all the winners, and every student who put their hard work and research forward at our 16th annual Student Research Days.

Swimming upstream: How one Environmental Science student is using research to protect salmon habitats 

By improving water quality testing methods, Kiera Haddon is helping to preserve biodiversity at Port Moody’s Noons Creek.

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

Make connections, grow your skills and promote research at Douglas

Student Research Ambassadors talk about why getting involved in research matters, and why you should get involved, too.

SHIFT-ing the conversation: An interview with Amber Brown

We caught up with fourth-year psychology student Amber Brown to learn why she is participating in SHIFT and what this research means to her.