The annual Durham College Sport Management camp brought first- and third-year students together for two days of leadership, teamwork and mentoring activities.
Students in the Oshawa-based program travelled to Camp Mini-Yo-We for the training camp. Durham College said the experience is designed to build confidence, strengthen relationships and create a sense of belonging among students at different stages of the program.
Senior students take the lead
Third-year students served in leadership roles during the two-day program. They guided first-year participants through activities and put skills from their studies into practice.
For the newer students, the camp created an early opportunity to meet classmates and learn from peers who already have experience in the program. The format also allowed senior students to practise communication, organization and mentorship in a setting outside the classroom.
Durham College described the camp as an example of the Sport Management program’s emphasis on experiential learning and collaboration. The activities were intended to connect academic learning with practical leadership responsibilities.
Connections across year levels
Bringing two year levels together gives first-year students a network of familiar senior peers while giving third-year students a structured chance to lead. The college said students learn from one another as they complete the camp activities.
The current program highlight does not list individual activities, attendance figures or a public component. It identifies the event as an internal learning experience for enrolled Sport Management students.
The Durham College Sport Management camp is held annually. The college published its 2026 program update on October 6.
