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Dzʿ celebrates its largest graduating class ever

June 28th, 2022

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. The Director General Diane Gauvin in her opening remarks reminded the…

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“Kind and vibrant” Yimaj Baharun to receive Paul Gallagher Award

June 7th, 2022

Even though the Covid shutdown kept Yimaj Baharun off campus for half the time he attended Dzʿ, he made his mark on the community and will receive the Paul Gallagher Award during the 2:30 p.m. graduation ceremony on June 22 in recognition of his community involvement, leadership and academic achievement. In his time at Dzʿ,…

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Goal-oriented grad Yves-Jusslin Maniratanga receives Paul Gallagher Award

June 1st, 2022

During his time at Dzʿ, Yves-Jusslin Maniratanga has demonstrated strong leadership, contributing much to campus life through his work with the Dzʿ Student Union (DSU). For him, being granted the Paul Gallagher Award is an honour, and “feels great because it demonstrates the appreciation of the Dzʿ community,” he said. Goal-focused mindset Yves-Jusslin chose to…

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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…

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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…

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“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…

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Linnea Nguyen, poised to take on the world

June 1st, 2022

You can feel the spark, even on a Zoom call. A few minutes with Linnea Nguyen and you know this young woman is ready to take on the world. It’s no wonder she has been chosen to represent the graduating Class of 2022 as the valedictorian at the June 22 Social Science graduation ceremony at…

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Liberal Arts valedictorian Arwen Low is passionate about civic activism

June 1st, 2022

Despite spending her first year of CEGEP online, Liberal Arts student Arwen Low was quick to get involved in the Dzʿ community life. Her efforts in making a difference for her fellow students have led to her nomination as valedictorian. She will be addressing Dzʿ graduates in Social Science & Business Technologies of 2022 at…

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Interprofessional Education project wraps up successful semester and plans symposium, new learning activity for the 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. Using cadavers to teach each other “It really felt gratifying and…

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SALTISE Award: Cory Legassic’s rising star

June 1st, 2022

Don’t be fooled by Cory Legassic’s youthful appearance. He will be the first to pull off his cap to show you a shock of gray hair. It’s all in the attitude that makes some mistake him for a student. While student engagement and student success have been foremost on his mind since he began at…

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