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Artists in Bloom raises over $11,000 for Living Campus!

May 2nd, 2023

Thank you to everyone who came out to support the talented student artists at the 25th edition of Artists in Bloom!

Congratulations to all the talented artists who created works of art over a two-hour period, and put on a fantastic live artistry show. Special thank you to radio host Donna Saker of The Beat 92.5 for auctioning off the beautiful artwork, and ýstudents Mathew Anania and Alessia Vigna for their live musical performances.

The event has raised over $11,000 which will go to support Dawson’s sustainability activities under the Living Campus fund.


Students learn leadership skills and make lasting friendships at Model UN

April 19th, 2023

About 60 students were able to participate in the ýCollege Model United Nations (DCMUN) para-academic activity this year thanks in part to funding from the Student Academic Enrichment Fund of the ýFoundation.

Model UN has a long history at ýCollege, with the activity running on and off since the late 1990s. The current iteration of DCMUN was established in the 2010-2011 academic year and has been running ever since.

To continue reading, visit the link below.


Call for proposals open until May 7 for Student Academic Enrichment Fund

April 19th, 2023

ýemployees and current students can apply for funding for projects beginning in the Fall 2023 semester from Wednesday, April 19 through Sunday, May 7.

Up to $40,000 is available for projects commencing in the Fall 2023 semester. The objective is to fund approximately eight to ten projects. There is a new option available which allows applicants to request up to 3 years of funding for recurring projects.

In order to be considered, projects must:

  • Demonstrate a clear benefit for ýstudents
  • Represent an activity that goes over and above core competencies for completion of a DEC
  • Staff and students are encouraged to send in their applications, which will need to include a project description and cost estimate.

To apply or donate, visit /dawson-foundation/student-academic-enrichment-fund/


ýGolf Classic sells out: waiting list now open!

April 19th, 2023

We are thrilled to announce that the 2023 ýGolf Classic is officially sold out! We thank all our golfers and sponsors for their contributions to this event to date.

For those who missed out on the registration, we invite you to sign up on our waiting list by contacting Fred Jansen at fjansen@dawsoncollege.qc.ca.

While the tournament is full, it is possible to join the cocktail reception, dinner and evening activities starting at 5 p.m. To reserve your spot, visit .

If you are unable to attend the event, you can still support the Foundation by making a donation to the Student Academic Enrichment Fund at /dawson-foundation/student-academic-enrichment-fund/.

Let's make this a fantastic day and show our support for ýstudents!


Read more about: Annie Larouche and Joel Anthony Join ýGolf Classic

Annie Larouche and Joel Anthony Join ýGolf Classic

April 5th, 2023

Annie Larouche and Joel Anthony from the professional basketball team The Montreal Alliance are set to join the list of our esteemed guests for the 2023 ýGolf Classic, which will take place at the Summerlea Golf Club in Vaudreuil-Dorion on Thursday, June 8. Hosted by CTV Montreal’s Christine Long and chaired by Honorary President…

Tickets now on sale for Artists in Bloom!

April 5th, 2023

The 25th annual Artists in Bloom art auction will be taking place on Thursday, April 20 in 3C.1 with the doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and painting beginning at 6 p.m. The money raised this year will be going to Dawson’s Living Campus/Sustainability.

We are returning to the live event that you all have come to know and love. There will also be an online component (link to be available starting April 11) where you can purchase your ticket for the event as well as prints designed by Illustration students.

Printed tickets can now be purchased in the following locations: 4A.1 (cash only) and 2E.6 (cash or card).

We will also be in the Upper Atrium (in front of escalators) from April 11-14 and 17-19 for tickets and/or prints.

Adults $20 in advance
$25 at the door/online
Students of any institution (with ID) $15
12 and under Free

 


ýcommunity mobilizing to identify 1,000 species in 1,000 days

April 5th, 2023

All students and employees at ýCollege are invited to join an initiative to identify 1,000 species in 1,000 days on Dawson’s downtown Montreal campus.

“We believe that identifying 1,000 species is possible but does pose a significant challenge,” said Brian Mader, project lead and a biology teacher at Dawson. “We invite all students and employees to join . The more people from our community who participate, the higher the chances of reaching our goal. This project will also nurture our ýcommunity and encourage people to go outside and enjoy Nature.”

To find out how to participate and read the homepage news story, visit the link below.


Read more about: Foundation welcomes new board member

Foundation welcomes new board member

March 22nd, 2023

Jennifer Horvath has joined the ýFoundation as a new board member. Sitting uniquely at the intersection of business and social impact, Jennifer is an impact entrepreneur with almost three decades of experience in acquiring, founding and building businesses. Jennifer is certified in Impact Economics, which uses the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals as a blueprint…

Four ýstudents presented abstract at Lunar and Planetary Science conference

March 22nd, 2023

When it was time to submit an abstract to the Lunar and Planetary Science Conference in Texas, the ýstudent team was not sure which category described them best.

“I think we are the first CEGEP students to present research at the LPI! Undergraduate was the category closest to us,” said Darcy Loane-Billings (Pure & Applied Science), lead author of the abstract and second-year student at Dawson.

For the homepage news story, visit the link below.


25th Edition of Artists in Bloom is April 20

March 22nd, 2023

Springtime means that Artists in Bloom is back! The event will be in-person on Thursday, April 20 at 5:30 p.m. in 3C.1 It will also be possible to buy prints online from April 11-28. This year will be the fundraising event’s 25th annual edition— a quarter century! We are excited to welcome you to the event and to see what our talented student artists will produce. Advance tickets are only $20 and will be for sale as of Monday, March 27 in 2E.6 and 4A.1 Your ticket gives you entrance to the event, one drink and hors d'oeuvres.

For the details, see the homepage news story in the link below.


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