This year鈥檚 valedictorian is a future physician with a passion for social justice. Enriched Science student Meygan Brody has been selected to address Dawson鈥檚 Class of 2021 at Virtual Graduation on June 30.
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The last two issues of D News before the summer break are scheduled for:
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Students on track to graduate this semester received their invitation on April 19 to a special experience of Convocation. While it will be virtual, each graduate who chooses to participate will be the star of their own experience.
Each graduate can submit their personalized and shareable content through Stage Clip, a platform Dawson has chosen to give the Class of 2021 something special.
Convocation is scheduled to take place as a virtual ceremony on June 30 at 7 p.m. All names of graduates will be announced and speeches will be given by the valedictorian, some teachers and presenters of awards. Details to follow for employees who would like to attend.
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Your opinion is important! Please take 5 minutes before April 14 to participate in a survey, which will provide important insights for the College's Branding Project.
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Building on over 50 years of history, 星空传媒视频 is embarking on a Branding Project today. 鈥淥ver the years, Dawson has established a reputation as a CEGEP with excellent and innovative academic programs and an active campus life, with opportunities to grow and learn both inside and outside of the classroom,鈥� said Director General Diane…
The next issue of D News is coming out Wednesday, April 7 following the long weekend.
Everyone in the Dawson community is welcome to contribute news and information to D News. Deadlines are usually the Friday before at 12 p.m. For the next issue, the deadline is end of day Thursday, April 1. You can share your idea or content by contributing through the Submit News button on the D News聽 page or emailing cparsons@dawsoncollege.qc.ca
Communications professional Megan Ainscow joined 星空传媒视频 last week as Coordinator of Communications. Megan (Class of 2004, Liberal Arts) will oversee the Communications Office and guide overall strategy and decision making in order to enhance the reputation and visibility of the College.
With over 10 years of experience in communications and public relations, Megan joins Dawson after serving most recently as Head of Communications for the Commission for Environmental Cooperation, an international organization established under the North American Free Trade Agreement.
Last week, Dawson鈥檚 web traffic increased by about 10,000 unique visitors compared to the same period last year. The visitors were stopping by for Virtual Information Evening, which was held Feb. 3.
It is the last student recruitment event before the March 1 application deadline and a great opportunity for potential students to ask questions. In previous years, when the event was in person, it would typically draw about 800 prospective students.
The event featured web content, new social media videos for spotlight programs and chats with teachers, students, advisors and employees.
Some interesting numbers and facts from Virtual Information Evening:
Participant feedback: 聽
鈥淚've assisted to two other chats from different subjects before you, and honestly y'all made my day. It just gives the proof that Dawson is the perfect school for me. Thank you so much! I really hope that I'll meet you next year in person.鈥�
A Wellness Challenge for Students is being launched Feb. 15
Student Services, Sustainability and Communications have developed a peer to peer model that will encourage students to sustain healthy minds and healthy bodies through awareness and prevention.
Students will learn about how to create positive habits and find motivation from one another to combat the mental and physical burden they may be experiencing. Participants will earn entries into a draw for prizes throughout the semester.
Mental health and well-being are essential to student success. To find out more, students can follow @ on Instagram.
Dawson has launched an awareness campaign, featuring a short video and social media posts, to make students aware of the importance of having their cameras activated during online classes.
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Last Modified: June 1, 2021
