CULTURE & RELIGION CLUBS Official Club Status DAWSON CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP (DCF) Dawson Christian Fellowship aims to be a group that creates a space for people of all different faith backgrounds to ask questions about Christianity and Jesus, to belong in community, and to experience spiritual growth. We come alongside Christian students as they learn what it means follow Jesus in the way they love and serve their peers, their school, and the world. Official Club Status MUSLIM STUDENT ASSOCIATION (MSA) The Muslim Student Association (MSA) is a student-led organization that provides a supportive community for Muslim students and promotes a deep understanding of Islam on campus. In the MSA, events such as prayer gatherings, cultural activities, educational workshops, and intellectual dialogues are hosted in order to foster spiritual growth, cultural awareness, and inclusivity amongst mainstream Muslim students of all backgrounds. The MSA puts emphasis on Islamic unity, including brotherhood and sisterhood. Official Club Status LATINO "In diversity, there is beauty and there is strength." -Maya Angelou Dawson LatinO aims to create a safe and diverse cultural space for every Latino, Hispanic, refugee or immigrant. We invite everyone to engage with our community through our different workshops and events: picnics, literary and linguistic tertulias, cooking competitions, seminars, dance events and more! Official Club Status NORTH AFRICA NOW (NAN) We pride ourselves to be an intellectual, multilingual space run by North Africans, for North Africans, and open to all who are interested in discussing orientalism, colonialism & decolonization, POC and Muslim representation in media, international law/relations, and more. NAN aims to be a safe space for discussion and dialogue for students no matter the background through our various events and meetings. Official Club Status JEWISH STUDENT ASSOCIATION (JSA) The Jewish Student Association (JSA) is a community for students to connect with Jewish culture, traditions, and values. Through social events, cultural discussions, and holiday celebrations, JSA fosters belonging, leadership, and interfaith dialogue. Open to all students, JSA welcomes anyone interested in Jewish life and heritage. Official Club Status FILSAD FILSAD is an opportunity for both Filipinos and non-Filipinos to learn and promote the Philippine culture, tradition, and heritage through events and educational activities. Interim Club Status SOUTH ASIAN STUDENT SOCIETY (SASS) We’re Dawson’s South Asian Student Society, an interim club that seeks to share and celebrate the culture of different peoples from our part of the world! Every student at Dawson, belonging to the South Asian community or not, is welcome to join and share our traditions. Whether it be through music, films, food, fashion, or stories, we wish to bring a little piece of our home to Dawson students. Whether you're looking to connect or reconnect with your culture, discover new ones, or simply meet new people, SASS would be ecstatic to have you with us in our journey!

Special Project Funding (SPF) Each year, the Dawson Student Union commits a portion of its budget to fund student-led projects, events or initiatives. The goal of Special Project Funding is to help students realize projects that impact the community or advance the experience of Dawson College students. The allocation of the fund is made on a rolling basis during the Fall and Winter semesters. Please note that you are encouraged to apply as early as possible when your project is ready. Usually, applications are reviewed within 7 days after submission. REQUIREMENTS: Be a Dawson College student May not solely be used for fundraising Must target the Dawson community or community at large directly Have duly completed the application process APPLICATION PROCESS: Complete the proposal template Complete the budget template Send the proposal and budget templates to the email: SPF@dawsonstudentunion.com . POST-FUNDING REPORT Complete the report Send the report via email to the DSU along with an updated budget containing exact numbers following the project and receipts/invoices For more information, please email SPF@dawsonstudentunion.com .

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Dawson Nappin' is a free nap service for Dawson students offered by the DSU! 3 private nap areas with dimmed lighting Students may rest on chairs or beds in 2C.03. 2 Nap Facilitators (trained DSU volunteers) are present at all times during operating hours to ensure user safety and compliance with user guidelines. Book a timeslot now! Operating hours : Tuesdays and Thursdays between 12 - 3PM *BOOKING MANDATORY TO ACCESS NAP AREA

Bill 96 Protest Read below more information, spread awareness. The protest will be on May 14th. May 14 Protest YOUR SUPPORT IS NEEDED Write a letter to MNA Scan the QR. Enter your postal code. Click on the politician’s face. Go down to “Contact Information.” Click on blue email link. Write email. Click send. Share Share the petition with your friends or family on social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc). We need to make sure we spread awareness of this issue. French version of the petition: Click Here English version of the petition: Click Here Attend Protest Contact the Premier of Quebec, Premier François Legault here . You can copy paste these letters and sign or customize: Template letter to Premier in French Template letter to Premier in English Position on Bill 96 The Coalition of Anglophone students Association of Quebec (CASAQ) disagrees with section II of the Bill 96 pertaining to college and university education, which establishes a 17.5% student admissibility quota reserved for incoming francophone and allophone students of all available seats to anglophone CEGEPs, and which implements a mandatory exit exam in French, for the following reasons: The Bill restricts individual rights of students to decide their language of education in relation to their career objectives Students and CEGEP administrations were not implicated nor consulted in the conception of the Bill The Bill places francophone students at a disadvantage while intensifying competition for admission to anglophone CEGEPs meaning that that admission to collegiate institutions will not be completely based on merit The Bill forces students to take an additional exam in order to graduate, which constitutes an additional source of stress The Bill makes special provisions for certain foreign students, who are favoured in the selection process for admission to anglophone CEGEPs while being exempted from the final exit exam in French The Bill does not take into consideration students attending English CEGEP who decide to attend French university The Bill disregards other decisive factors (i.e. student life quality, location) that lead up to students’ final decision when considering possible CEGEPs Instead, and to fulfill the Bill’s objective of preserving the vitality of the French language, the CASAQ suggests: Promoting French-language cultural activities Ensuring the accessibility of study and career opportunities in French Encouraging the translation of certain academic documents into both languages Making available to students a universal guide to bilingual terminology for each discipline Creating a network of guest lecturers and francophone researchers Imposing in the curriculum a third course in francophone literature or a new course in Quebec culture. QCGN Webinar he Quebec Community Groups Network (QCGN), in collaboration with the English Parents’ Committee Association (EPCA), Quebec English School Boards Association (QESBA), and Quebec Federation of Home & School Associations (QFHSA), hosted a webinar on the impact of Bill 96 on student success. Education has been at the forefront of ongoing discussions in Bill 96’s clause-by-clause review, and questions remain about the impact of a freeze on enrolment and additional obligatory courses in French on student success. In this webinar, we heard from: Christian Corno, Director General of Marianopolis College; Alexandrah Cardona, President of the Dawson Student Union; Katherine Korakakis, President of the English Parents’ Committee Association; Cindy Finn, Director General of the Lester B. Pearson School Board. This webinar was moderated by Michael Goldbloom, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of Bishop's University.

Student Representatives Student Representatives are appointed by the Student Council under recommendation of the Vice-President Academics & Advocacy to represent student interests on the various boards, councils, and committees of the College. All Student Representatives are part of the Student Representatives Caucus chaired by the Vice-President Academics & Advocacy. As an accredited union, the DSU is given the sole right by law to appoint students on the various bodies of Dawson College. To learn more about Student Representatives or to find out how you can get involved, please email vp.acad-advocacy@dawsonstudentunion.com Mail

The DSU has nine Executive Officers elected every Winter semester by the DSU Members to serve for a one-year term that typically runs from 1 June following their election to 31 May of the next year. The Executive Officers report to the Student Council and are responsible for managing the daily activities of the DSU with diligence, prudence, loyalty and honesty. Please refer to the DSU Constitution to learn more about each Executive Officer role. Executive Officers Term: 1 June 2026 - 31 May 2027 Rama Kosara President She/Her Mail Simone Comtois VP Finance She/Her Mail Ilya Yevseienkov VP Internal Affairs He/Him Mail Antonia Velasquez Vargas VP Academic Affairs & Advocacy She/Her Mail Vacant VP Communications Mail Ezekiel Montoya Desjardins VP External Affairs He/Him Mail Gisèle Lessard VP Operations & Services She/Her Mail Meïrah Midy VP Student Life She/Her Sara Boulaar VP Sustainability & Equity She/Her Mail Mail

COMMUNITY & ACTIVISM CLUBS Official Club Status THE LEGACY The primary objective of The Legacy is to create a welcoming and inclusive space for individuals to meet and connect. We aim to raise awareness about the unique experiences and challenges faced by Afro-Carebeans. Moreover, our club seeks to promote the rich and diverse cultures of African and Caribbean countries, serving as a platform for cultural exchange and appreciation. Official Club Status LAW CLUB The Dawson Law Club fosters an environment which is conducive to all students, regardless of their program of study. The goal of this club is not to provide legal education, but rather to cultivate and nurture an interest students might have in broad aspects relating to law. During the semester, students can expect public speaking, oral advocacy and critical thinking skills to be honed through various activities available to all of the Dawson student body. It is important to note that the Dawson Law Club is an educational extracurricular run by students, for the students, and therefore does not reflect the structure of a legal aid institution Official Club Status GREEN EARTH CLUB The environment is the most important and most precious resource that we have. We as humans have made a great deal of mistakes, and among them is treating the earth, the air and the waters as if they were disposable. We at Green Earth are motivated to spreading as much awareness as we can about this dire issue, mobilizing students to take action against policies that would seek to threaten that precious asset and supporting groups who share our views and seek to make the world a better place for us all. Fighting for the environment for 51 years and counting! Official Club Status DAWSON FEMINIST UNION The Dawson Feminist Union is a club that advocates for women's rights and gender equity in the world, especially in our community at Dawson. We host events and fundraisers that give visibility to people and organizations who are actively supporting genders' rights. Official Club Status ETCETERA Founded in 1985 by Joe Rose, Etcetera is Dawson's 2SLGBTQIA+ club. Our club offers a safe space for queer students, but also multiple opportunities, thanks to our ties with external organisms. Plus, getting involved in the club can lead to bringing more opportunities and events to fellow queer students. Etcetera is a shapeshifter: it relies on responding to our community's needs, whichever they may be, and on spreading awareness about the beauty of our community but also about the issues our community faces. Official Club Status SOLIDARITY FOR PALESTINIAN HUMAN RIGHTS DAWSON (SPHR DAWSON) SPHR Dawson is a Palestinian solidarity club committed to advancing the Palestinian cause through a number of initiatives aimed at raising awareness, building solidarity, and celebrating Palestinian culture. Our dynamic range of activities include thought-provoking film screenings, engaging discussions, and educational workshops. For student resources and information about Palestine, please visit our Linktree. Stay updated on our activities and upcoming events by following us on Instagram. There, you’ll find the latest news, event highlights, and information about our initiatives (please note that our username will be updated shortly). Official Club Status Society of Social Sciences Join SOS, where students from all programs can explore the vast realm of the social sciences, including law, psychology, commerce, technology, sociology, and more. We blend intellectual learning with fun through events like Career Development Seminars, Family Feud, Mock Job Interviews, Jeopardy, Resume Workshops, Movie Night, and we're always coming up with new ideas! Follow the link in our Instagram bio @sosdawson to become part of our community and stay updated on the exciting events we have in store for you! Official Club Status Dawson Business Association Do you want to change the world? Us too. By joining this club, you will meet the future entrepreneurs of Montreal and develop crucial skills for running a successful business.

Sign the Petition We have until March 15 to show the Premier that Quebecers support the right of Dawson students to be treated fairly as Quebecers. If you believe that students who attend Dawson College should be treated equitably by the Government of Quebec, you are asked to sign the petition by clicking the button below: Click Here YOUR SUPPORT IS NEEDED Sign the online petition Step 1 : fill out the form that appears below the text of the petition and press send (make sure to check off the signing conditions beforehand). Step 2 : Check your inbox and open the e-mail sent by the Assembly. Step 3 : Click the link enabling you to register your signature. Share the petition Share the petition with your friends or family on social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc). We need to make sure we spread awareness of this issue. French version of the petition: Click Here English version of the petition: Click Here Write a letter to MNA Find your Member of the National Assembly here and contact them. You can copy paste these letters and sign or customize: Template letter to MNA in French Template letter to MNA in English Write a letter to Premier Contact the Premier of Quebec, Premier François Legault here . You can copy paste these letters and sign or customize: Template letter to Premier in French Template letter to Premier in English What exactly happened? Dawson’s students are squeezed into a campus that is too small for them- according to Quebec’s own norms for all students. Students at Dawson have 30 per cent less space for classes, labs, learning activities, sports, student life, studying, socializing, eating than students at other CEGEPs in Quebec. Dawson’s space deficit was recognized by the ministry years ago and reaffirmed in December 2021. For the past seven years, in frequent consultation with the government, a team at Dawson has been developing an innovative solution to add the required space, the space that is owed to our students. The new pavilion project would house the seven medical technology programs and advance a new way of training Quebec’s future healthcare workers. Suddenly on Jan. 28, 2022 – with no prior warning – the Government of Quebec announced to Dawson that the new pavilion project was “uncertain.” Over the month of February, the government shifted from using the word “uncertain” to “cancelled.” The project is still possible until the spring budget for Quebec is presented on March 22. QCGN Webinar On Wednesday, February 23, 2022, the QCGN hosted a webinar focusing on the Quebec government's decision to abandon its plans for an expansion of Dawson College in favour of prioritizing French-language CEGEPs. The webinar featured the following: Alexandrah Cardona, current President of the Dawson Student Union; Richard Filion, former Director General of Dawson College; and Tim Miller, Dawson faculty member in the Physiotherapy Technology Department. Matt Aronson, secretary of the QCGN board of directors, acted as moderator.

Thu, Sep 21 | Montréal Peace Week Drag Show An unforgettable show! Featuring drag queens and burlesque dancers! A special nighttime edition of Dawson Dinin' is for supper. Registration is closed See other events Time & Location Sep 21, 2023, 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Montréal, 3040 Rue Sherbrooke O, Montréal, QC H3Z 1A4, Canada About the event Room 5B.16 Counts as a Peace Certificate credit. Contact vp.int-comms@dawsonstudentunion.com to volunteer Show More Share this event

News All Posts Events Updates Search May 27 2 min Statement on Discriminatory Incidents Experienced by Muslim Student Association, Islamic Relief, and Al-Raya. In recent months, the Dawson Student Union has noted a rise in incidents of a discriminatory nature, particularly against DSU Clubs and... May 26, 2021 4 min DSU'S STATEMENT ON THE STUDENT STRIKE MONTRÉAL, QC (May 26, 2021) - On May 26, 2021, 51% of students (1519 students) voted in favour of striking. This strike was initiated by... Apr 20, 2021 1 min Survey on In-Person Finals at Dawson In the context of the current pandemic, there have been many concerns with the College's intention to hold in-person final exams on... Mar 29, 2021 1 min First Student Council Meeting The Student Council is having its first meeting tomorrow after recently being elected. This meeting will be open to all members of the... Mar 20, 2021 1 min Congratulations to the Winter 2021 Student Council! The long-awaited student council is here Dawson! Jan 20, 2021 2 min Make a Difference. Join Student Council! Over the last few years, there has been a growing concern in the student body about the degree of accountability for both the College... Jan 15, 2021 1 min Combatting Sexual Violence Against the LGBTQIA2S+ Community Years of research from several Nonprofits and NGOs outline the unique hurdles, challenges, and discriminatory practices faced by the... Dec 18, 2020 1 min Executive Director Plans The DSU Executive Committee is proud to announce the publishing of our Director Plans for the 2020-2021 mandate. These plans will serve... Dec 2, 2020 1 min The Search for the CEO is Over! After a month-long search, the DSU Executive team is proud to present our new Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Kessy Simbi. Her mandate... Nov 29, 2020 1 min Victory for the Students of Dawson : Cancellation of In-Person Finals On November 26th 2020, after many days of pressure from both students and the media, Dawson College announced that final in-person exams... Nov 24, 2020 2 min The DSU Takes It To the Press Dawson College has taken the decision to move forward with in-person final exams for the fall 2020 semester and there is a great deal of... Nov 23, 2020 2 min Letter to the Minister of Higher Education Dear Minister McCann, In response to the desperate situation unfolding at Dawson College concerning in-person final examinations, we have... Nov 19, 2020 2 min Official Statement and Position on GNL Quebec On November 4th, 2020, Dawson students gathered on zoom to attend the DSU`s fall 2020 General Assembly. Clubs and members were... Nov 18, 2020 2 min ​Announcement on Gift Card Giveaways The Dawson Student Union’s motto is ‘Connect, Support, Inspire’. These words are the driving force behind every plan, every decision,... Nov 13, 2020 2 min ​Official Statement and Position on In-Person Final Exams at Dawson The Dawson Student Union`s Executive Committee unanimously decided at its regular meeting to position itself against holding in-person... Nov 13, 2020 2 min ​Clubs Made Simpler: New Changes to Rules for Clubs The 2020/2021 DSU Executive Team ran on transparency transparency transparency and that is precisely the purpose of the newly written... Nov 11, 2020 2 min The First Ever Digital DSU General Assembly: A Great Success Wednesday, November 4th, 2020 was the 2020/2021 DSU Executive team’s first General Assembly and it exceeded all expectations. ​ Being the... Nov 4, 2020 1 min All Montreal English Cegeps Resolve to Jointly Fight Climate Change The Coalition of the Anglophone Student Associations of Quebec (C.A.S.A.Q.), which includes the Champlain Student Association, the...