Contests & Giveaways
*PLEASE NOTE: Only Full-Time Durham College Students are eligible for prizing, Proof of enrollment will be requested before prizes are released.*
DC ESPORTS CLUB X DCSI: Winners Choice Giveaway | On-Going Until Jan 15.
The next generation of gaming is here and the DC Esports Club and DCSI want you to be ready! Enter for a chance to win your choice between the Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5 console courtesy of DCSI.
Prizing will be delivered in February of 2021 (Pending Availability)
DCSI x DC Esports Club: Winners Choice Console GiveawayOpt-In To Win | On-going Until Jan. 15
Text "DCSI" to 1 - (289) 210-4843 to opt-in to our text update services. Stay in the know about all things DCSI including health plan deadlines, events and contests! Opt-out at any time by texting stop.
Opt-in to for your chance to win a $250 Best Buy gift card! The winner will be selected at random from subscribers. Only active subscribers will be eligible to win. Must be a full-time DC Student.
Animal Crossing Island Tour | On-Going Until Jan. 15
DCSI does DODO Airlines.
Explore other DC Community Islands and swap DODO Codes to make a new online friend!
Share your Animal Crossings: New Horizons Island Dream Code on the DC Esports Discord Channel and be entered to win a $50 Nintendo Eshop Gift-Card. Winner will be select at random on January 15.
Good Reads with The DC/UOIT Library | Friday, Jan 18, 3:00 p.m.
Find out what our DC/UOIT Librarian's are reading in the social session! Let us know your favourite book and share your recommendations for other students to enjoy!
Pre-Register to Win! Register for Good Reads With The DC/UOIT Library and be entered to win a $50 Indigo Gift Card
Outreach Discussion Group "Setting & Reaching Goals" | Thursday, Jan 14, 3:00 p.m.
In this discussion group, students join Outreach Faculty for a guided conversation surrounding "Setting & Reaching Goals". Outreach provides a safe space for students to speak their thoughts and feelings openly through their Outreach Discussion Groups. Be sure to check out Outreach Digital for more.
Please pre-register HERE - To receive the password for the zoom link.
Questions? Please contact outreachdcsi@durhamcollege.ca
Attend to Win: Students who participate in the Outreach Discussion Group "Setting & Reaching Goals" Will be entered into a raffle to win a Personal Care Prize Pack of their choice (Valued at $50)
Student Eats Session - The Anti-Diet | Monday, Jan. 11, 1:00 p.m.
Diets don't work! Join us with registered nutritionist Slyvia Emmorey to learn about how you can achieve your nutrition goals without resorting to a restrictive or FAD Diet.
Pre-Register To Win: Pre-Register for the Student Eats Session "The Anti-Diet" to be entered into a raffle to win a $100 Gift Card to HelloFresh
DCSI Clubs Meet & Greet - Speed Friending | 4:00 p.m.
Making friends in online classes is hard. That's why DCSI is here to help! Join us TODAY at alongside DCSI Club Members and DCSI Board Members for an online meet & greet session where you will meet students from across campus ~virtually~ in this roulette style event.
Attend to Win: Be one of the first 20 students to match with DCSI Executive Chair, Jenna Peace, during the event and receive a $10 Gift Card to Tim Hortons
Contests & Giveaways Winners
DC ESPORTS CLUB X DCSI: Winners Choice Giveaway
Nishara Fernando, Culinary Management
Animal Crossings: New Horizons Island Dream Code Share
Erin Barclay
Good Reads With The DC/UOIT Library
Samanta Sasenarine
Outreach Discussion Group "Setting & Reaching Goals"
Erin Barclay
"The Anti-Diet"
Avilumb Kumar Kakkar
DCSI Clubs Meet & Greet - Speed Friending
Noor Fatima
Kailey Haskell
Kayla Taaffe
J Atlas
Alex Estrela
May-Anne Arce
Avilumb Kumar Kakkar
Event Schedule
Tuesday, January 5
Durham College Service Fair | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Annual Service Fair has gone virtual! Drop in to one of the various google-meets rooms below to find out more about the various services available to you at Durham College!
Please note, these rooms will only be actively staffed between 11:30 - 1:30 on Tuesday, January 5
| Campus Health & Wellness Centre |
| Equity, Diversity & Inclusion |
| International Educaiton Office |
| FastStart/Enactus |
| Library |
| DCSI |
| SD & FPIC |
| Career Development |
Animal Crossing Island Tour | 5:00 p.m.
DCSI does DODO Airlines.
Share your Animal Crossings: New Horizons Island Dream Code on the DC Esports Discord Channel and be entered to win a $50 Nintendo Eshop Gift-Card Explore other DC Community Islands and swap DODO Codes to make a new online friend!
Don't have animal crossings - Don't Worry! DCSI will be showcasing shared Student Islands on our social media.
Online at www.discord.gg/durhamesports
***Postponed until further notice***
"Crystal Wrapping Workshop" With the Zen Shop |7:00 p.m.
Join us with the Zen Shop for the D.I.Y. Workshop. In this session, we will be wrapping crystals to make pendants, charms and other wearable accessories. Tune in to learn the best techniques to create wearable crystal jewelry. Presented by the DC Spirtuality Club, learn more here.
Wednesday, January 6
D.I.Y. Break with The Living Room | 12:00 p.m.
Join Mary from The Living Room, for a D.I.Y. workshop! Take a few moments to create something new using only inexpensive materials that can found around the home!
Tarot Reading With The Zen Shop | 8:00 p.m.
Join us for this session where professional Tarot Card readers from (@The Zen Shop) are available to Durham College students for drop-in virtual readings. Learn what the future has in store for you at this first come first served event.
Presented by the DC Spirtuality Club, learn more here.
How to request a reading: Comment in the zoom chat to add yourself to the readings list, this event will operate on a first-come first served basis and will be limited to the hour. Please be patient when waiting for your turn and pay attention to the comments section to confirm your place in line.
Thursday, January 7
"Keeping Your Goals in 2021" With Shift Collab | 10:00 a.m.
New Years Resolutions are easy to come by but hard to keep! Join us for this Shift Collab session where we explore techniques to help Set and Keep your goals in the year ahead.
Living abroad is not easy, especially during 2020 as international students navigate the unique challenges presented by COVID-19.
This virtual workshop is for all international students who want to have a place to discuss their experiences and learn coping strategies.
Led by Rasha Mardini, a Registered Psychotherapist from Shift Collab, this session will focus on practices that can be used by anyone to manage long-distance relationships, stress and grief, and dealing with being in a different country during difficult times.
This workshop is presented by Real Campus and WeSpeakStudent. All international students are welcome!
DC Esports Club - Among Us | 7:00 p.m.
Join the DC Esports Club in the discord server as they play Among Us. Please have Among Us installed on Steam or your Phone prior to the start of the event.
Online at www.discord.gg/durhamesports
Friday, January 8
D.I.Y. Break with The Living Room | 12:00 p.m.
Join Mary from The Living Room, for a D.I.Y. workshop! Take a few moments to create something new using only inexpensive materials that can found around the home!
"Dealing With Loneliness" With Shift Collab | 11:00 a.m.
Humans are social creatures, dealing with social isolating and limiting social contact can be tough. Join us in this session where we address loneliness and the actions we can take to help reduce feelings of loneliness!
Little Lords Field Trip - Toronto Zoo - Arctic Animal Tour | 2:00 p.m.
DCSI is going on a field trip and you and your little ones are invited! In this Little Lords Event, DC Student Parents, and Kids (of All-Ages) are invited to join us for a live zoom zoo tour of the Arctic Animal Exhibit at the Toronto Zoo! All students are welcome to join us!
Astrology Tarot Session With The Zen Shop | 8:00 p.m.
Professional astrologist Alison from the Zen Shop, will be conducting Tarot Readings based on your birthday! Learn all about how your personal astrology plays a role in your life and your relationships in this eye-opening session you won't want to miss.
Presented by the DC Spirtuality Club, learn more here.
How to request a reading: Comment in the zoom chat to add yourself to the readings list, this event will operate on a first-come first served basis and will be limited to the hour. Please be patient when waiting for your turn and pay attention to the comments section to confirm your place in line.
Monday, January 11
Are you doing homework on your bed? Sitting in your kitchen chair for your lecture? Annie Robitaille, registered massage therapist will be walking us through some stretches to ease any pains caused by your work-from-home workspace!
Student Eats Session - The Anti-Diet | 1:00 p.m.
Diets don't work! Join us with registered nutritionist Slyvia Emmorey to learn about how you can achieve your nutrition goals without resorting to a restrictive or FAD Diet.
Pre-Register To Win: Pre-Register for the Student Eats Session "The Anti-Diet" to be entered into a raffle to win a $100 Gift Card to HelloFresh
"Student Perks" With The DC/UOIT Library |4:00
Did you know you can rent a podcast kit from the DC/UOIT Library? Or that your login will grant you access to a directory of the latest and greatest documentaries for FREE? Join us for the informational session with the DC/UOIT Library where we discuss the Student Perks available to you!
Tuesday, January 12
"Managing Anxiety During COVID-19 " With Shift Collab |11:00 a.m.
This year has been tough – we get it. It is normal to feel anxious when the future is uncertain. Join us in this webinar where we explore methods to cope and manage anxiety caused by Covid-19
**POSTPONED UNTIL Thursday, January 28, 3:00 p.m.**
"Zoom'd Out" With Outreach & The Wellness Centre | 2:00 p.m.
During this conversation Faculty from DCSI Outreach and The Wellness Centre will join students to speak candidly to the feelings of anxiety that are brought on by constant zoom meetings and the online college experience.
**POSTPONED UNTIL Tuesday, January 18, 3:30 p.m.**
Pathways to Student Leadership: Get Involved Session| 3:30
Looking to get the most out of your college experience? Ever thought about getting involved on campus? Getting involved is the best way to experience DC, make new friends and to get recognized! Learn more about the Institute of Student Leadership (ISL) and DCSI Clubs & Societies along with all the other perks of getting involved on campus.
Tarot Reading With The Zen Shop | 7:00
Join us for this session where professional Tarot Card readers from The Zen Shop are available to Durham College students for drop-in virtual readings. Learn what the future has in store for you at this first come first served event.
Presented by the DC Spirtuality Club, learn more here.
How to request a reading: Comment in the zoom chat to add yourself to the readings list, this event will operate on a first-come first served basis and will be limited to the hour. Please be patient when waiting for your turn and pay attention to the comments section to confirm your place in line.
Wednesday, January 13
Little Lords Field Trip - Toronto Zoo - Eurasia | 11:00 a.m.
DCSI is going on a field trip and you and your little ones are invited! In this Little Lords Event, DC Student Parents, and Kids (of All-Ages) are invited to join us for a live zoom zoo tour of the Eurasia Animal Exhibit at the Toronto Zoo! All students are welcome to join us!
DCSI Clubs Meet & Greet - Speed Friending | 4:00 p.m.
Making friends in online classes is hard. That's why DCSI is here to help! Join us TODAY at alongside DCSI Club Members and DCSI Board Members for an online meet & greet session where you will meet students from across campus ~virtually~ in this roulette style event.
Attend to Win: Be one of the first 20 students to match with DCSI Executive Chair, Jenna Peace, during the event and receive a $10 Gift Card to Tim Hortons
Yuk Yuk's Comedy Showcase | 7:00 p.m.
We all need a good laugh! Yuk Yuk's Comedy Showcase is sure to make you chuckle. Featuring four notable comedians from the Yuk Yuk talent roster.
Thursday, January 14
D.I.Y. Break with The Living Room | 12:00 p.m.
Join Mary from The Living Room, for a D.I.Y. workshop! Take a few moments to create something new using only inexpensive materials that can found around the home!
Outreach Discussion Group "Setting & Reaching Goals" | 3:00 p.m.
In this discussion group, students join Outreach Faculty for a guided conversation surrounding "Setting & Reaching Goals". Outreach provides a safe space for students to speak their thoughts and feelings openly through their Outreach Discussion Groups. Be sure to check out Outreach Digital for more.
Please pre-register HERE - To receive the password for the zoom link.
Attend to Win: Students who participate in the Outreach Discussion Group "Setting & Reaching Goals" Will be entered into a raffle to win a Personal Care Prize Pack of their choice (Valued at $50)
Being creative is a great way to stay entertained indoors! Join us alongside DC Alumni, Olivia Brumbill for a guided painting experience.
Materials List:
White, black, red, yellow, and blue acrylic paint
One large and one small paintbrush
Canvas (16 by 20 inches, or any size you have at home)
Palette (Can be wax paper, a plastic plate, any hard, flat item that isn't porous.)
and a cup of water for cleaning the brush.
Optional extra supplies include:
An apron
An easel
DC Esports Club - Jackbox Games Night | 8:00 p.m.
Join the DC Esports Club in the discord server as they play the newest Jackbox Party Pack. We will be playing a variety of games included in the pack.
All you need is a phone or laptop to play along! Durham College Esports Arena Discord Server www.discord.gg/durhamesports
Friday, January 15
"Working From Home Like A Boss" With Shift Collab |11:00 a.m.
Working and studying from home has become the new normal! But how do you separate Home and The Office when they take place in the same spot? Join us with Shift Collab where we address the best practices to make your Home Office functional!
Guided Mediation with The Zen Shop | 1:00 p.m.
Lisa Consoli is a Certified and Master Hypnotist and Reiki Practitioner. She herself struggled in her early twenties from panic attacks several times a day which she overcame through the help of guided mediation and hypnotism.
Presented by the DC Spirtuality Club, learn more here.
Lisa’s sessions are a great way to build your confidence, motivation and a positive attitude. Join us for this guided mediation that will address mental health and letting go of stress and anxiety
Good Reads with The DC/Ontario Tech. Library | 3:00 p.m.
Find out what our DC/Ontario Tech Librarian's are reading in the social session! Let us know your favourite book and share your recommendations for other students to enjoy!
Pre-Register to Win! Register for Good Reads With The DC/UOIT Library and be entered to win a $25 Indigo Gift Card
DC Musician Club Showcase| 7:00 p.m.
The DC Musician Club has put together a showcase of talented musicians from their roster! Join us at 7:00 p.m. for a 'Live From The Living Room' Style performance featuring artists from across the campus.
Interested in performing? Contact DC Musicians Club Leader, J. Atlas - dc.jatlas@gmail.com