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Celebrating a history of support
SA hits 30 year milestone of being the voice for GBC students. The Student Association of George Brown College (SAGBC) has existed for 30 years, since its incorporation in 1994. Preceding SAGBC, George Brown College (GBC) had a Student Administrative Council (SAC). The SAC functioned independently in the various campuses of the college, and…
Making Leaders of students
There is more than just academics for students at George Brown College. Meaningful youth engagement is essential in communities such as George Brown College (GBC) that works closely with and caters to a large young population. The college engages students through quality academics and industrial experiences. However, more importantly, there is an element of…
Celebrating GBC women – a few faces among the many.
International Women’s Day (IWD) is our yearly reminder to re-commit to working towards gender equality. It is also a reminder to celebrate and acknowledge the many wins and achievements of the women in our lives and those around us. This IWD, read as we highlight a few women affiliated with GBC who are leaders in…
A look back through the years
The Dialog is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. We have gone through many changes over the years, including logo, content, team members, and how the paper is run. This feature is a journey through our existence – an ode to the many year of telling stories from the GBC community – and a hope…
An eye to the future, a look into the past
Returning to campus after two years is a dream students and staff have strived towards since the pandemic started. Welcome back. Our campuses for too long, have been reminiscent of a ghost town. The usually bustling hallways empty, the once filled classrooms yearning for a lesson to be taught. As we stand on the…
“I have felt that I have to often prove myself” – GBC professor Michael Avis on proving doubters wrong and leveling the playing field in digital education
This article is part of a series of Dialog stories profiling Black students, staff and alumni within the George Brown College community in recognition of Black History Month. The challenges that a Black individual faces in society are multifaceted and layered, however, the one challenge that has been the hardest for Michael Avis, a professor-faculty…
Six steps you can take now to land your dream job when you graduate
After doing all the hard work required to obtain your college diploma, there is almost nothing as rewarding as getting a job in the same field as that of your studies. However, your degree is only one half of the equation when it comes to landing your dream job. The process of figuring out the…
Eight tips to prepare for a new GBC school year
Back to school season is approaching quicker than imagined. In around a month’s time, you may find yourself sitting in front of your desk, or your laptop, attending a class and jotting down notes. Sure, it may be the perfect time to purchase your supplies, set up a new workstation, and attend a program orientation….
“Throw on your mic and have some fun chats with people” – How GBC breakout rooms sparked a new romance
Partway through semester one of online school in November, Maddison Fal, a GBC game programming student, missed the midterm for an elective because of a COVID test. Fortunately, this elective was offered for a couple of periods, and the teacher allowed her to take the midterm with another class. Arriving in that Blackboard Collaborate classroom,…
“I’ve loved every moment” – On her final day at GBC, Anne Sado reflects on 17 years as president
After 17 years of leading George Brown College (GBC), today is Anne Sado’s last day. Since 2004, Sado has led the college through a period of strong growth, nearly doubling enrollment capacity and facilitating partnerships with community members throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). As her retirement date approaches sooner, she reflects on her years…
Meet the art and ideas behind some of GBC’s Indigenous entrepreneur alums
Feature image courtesy of www.inkdigenoustattoostudio.com As National Indigenous History Month is coming to a close, members of the George Brown College (GBC) community are starting to pay more attention to Indigenous representation on campus. In order to commemorate the month, we’re highlighting five Indigenous GBC alum to share their artwork and businesses with the overarching…