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Meet the awards recipients of Winter 2022

August 24th, 2022

In case you missed it: over 60 Dzʿ students were recognized for their hard work, perseverance and personal qualities.

Dzʿ would like to thank the teachers and staff who have supported students throughout the last challenging academic year.  We are also grateful to our generous donors and friends who make these awards possible.

To see all the award recipients, click read more.

If you would like to participate in one of our Awards Selection Committees, please sign up here:
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Dzʿ celebrates its largest graduating class ever

August 24th, 2022

In case you missed it: nearly 3,000 Dzʿ students made up the Class of 2022, graduating from the College in the Summer and Fall 2021 and Winter 2022 sessions, making it the largest group of graduates yet. Over 800 attended three ceremonies at Place des Arts on June 22.

Arwen Low was one of three valedictorians and you can watch her inspiring address on .

For a full report and link to photos, click read more.


New coaching staff will continue building women’s hockey at Dzʿ

August 24th, 2022

It’s a new season and a new coaching staff for the Dzʿ Blues Div. 1 Women’s Hockey team.

Meet the new head coach Joey Brandone and his coaching team by clicking read more.


Basketball hall of famer Joel Tyrrell retires after 49 years of service

August 24th, 2022

Joel Tyrrell arrived at Dzʿ in 1973 as a Social Science student and did not really leave until he retired on Aug. 19, 2022!

His career has been “very fulfilling and appreciated,” he said in an interview with Dzʿ’s Communications Office.

Click Read More for a feature story on the occasion of Joel's retirement.


Dzʿ is Sustainability Institution of the Year

August 24th, 2022

From a field of 56 finalists, many from large universities in 19 countries around the world, Dzʿ was named Sustainability Institution of the Year by the Alliance for Sustainability Leadership in Education at a virtual awards ceremony in early July.

For the news release and a new video about Dzʿ's Living Campus, click Read More.


Support from AccessAbility Centre and caring community leads Anastasia De Sousa recipient to McGill

June 1st, 2022

Kenza Bennani struggled at school since she was a kid. She thought it was because she didn’t like school.

“When I was 13, I was diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia,” she said in an interview with Dzʿ’s Communications Office. “Suddenly, everything made sense and I was able to get better support in school. I had tutors and specialists helping me all throughout high school.”

Click Read More for the homepage news story about this year's recipient of the Anastasia De Sousa Memorial Award.


Interprofessional Education project wraps up successful semester & plans symposium, new learning activity for fall

June 1st, 2022

Around this time of year, the Interprofessional Education (IPE) team likes to share some of the highlights from the project. As always, the IPE mission is for the students within Medical Technologies and Social Service programs to learn with, from, and about each other.

Click Read More for the homepage news story.


“True leader” and Social Service grad to receive Paul Gallagher Award

June 1st, 2022

Winning the Paul Gallagher Award is a validation for the hard work that Ken'Nikahontehsa Norton-Montour has done over the last three years.

In her nomination letter, teacher Vanessa Robillard said that Ken'Nikahontehsa “has shown a consistent commitment to persevere and excel in any circumstance and strikes the balance between academic and personal responsibilities. Not only is Ken’Nikahontehsa dedicated to her studies, but has actively contributed to College life.”

Click Read More for the homepage news story.


Science Valedictorian lived the full Dzʿ experience despite pandemic

June 1st, 2022

It was challenging to live life to the fullest during the early phase of the pandemic. If you need some inspiration for making the most of life, read on about Enriched Science soon-to-be graduate Megan Oleksiw, one of Dzʿ’s three valedictorians for the Class of 2022.

Speaking as valedictorian “is a touching honour,” Megan said in an interview with Dzʿ’s Communications Office, “especially given the heartfelt attachment I feel toward our college community. Dzʿ and the exceptional people I’ve been privileged to exchange with have empowered me to actively strive to be my best self.”

Click Read More for the homepage news story.


Hats off to Mech Tech student Erica Dubois and Computer Science student Kausar Mussa!

June 1st, 2022

Always being the different one. Having to adjust to other ways of thinking. Working with people who hold misogynistic attitudes. These are just a few things that are still experienced by women in male-dominated fields of study and work.

The Chapeau, les filles! (Hats Off to You) awards are given to women in Quebec to encourage and support those who choose to study in these fields and persevere. This year, two Dzʿ students have won at the provincial level: Erica Dubois in Mechanical Engineering Technology and Kausar Mussa in Computer Science Technology.

Click Read More for the homepage news story.


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