Dal Science Black and African Nova Scotian Student Welcome Date: Monday, Sept. 23 Time: 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Location: Student Union Building, Council Chambers, Room 270
Learn more and register via Eventbrite
Dal Community Day: Sunday, Sept. 8
Dalhousie students are coming together to make a difference on Dal Community Day, Sunday, September 8. Activities will include putting together hygiene kits for local shelters and crafting cards for seniors in the community.
Whether you're new or returning, this is your chance to connect with fellow students and give back. Everyone is welcome—let’s show our community spirit! Register to attend by completing this form.
Date: Sunday, September 8 Time: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Location: IDEA Atrium, 1345 Norma Eddy Lane on Dal's Sexton Campus
Rhodes Scholarship information session: Thursday, Sept. 5
The Dalhousie Rhodes Scholarship Committee will be hosting an information session for students interested in applying for the Rhodes Scholarships. These are prestigious scholarships to pursue graduate studies at the University of Oxford. The information session will provide an overview of the scholarships, the eligibility criteria, the selection criteria, the application process, and the timelines. There will also be an opportunity for students to ask questions and seek clarification.
More information about the scholarships and eligibility criteria can be found at dal.ca/rhodes.
Date: Thursday, September 5 Time: 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Location: Room 3089, Kenneth C. Rowe Management Building
The information session will be live-streamed. If you are on the Truro campus, or not able to attend in person, please email rhodes@dal.ca to register and receive the link.
Faculty of Science Summer Institute wrap-up
Thanks to everyone who joined us for the last Summer Institute session on August 28 – FoS faculty and staff had a chance to hear from several advisors from across campus. The session was a great way to get to know many of the important faces of the folks helping to support the success of our students, including:
For more information about academic supports for students, including advising, accessibility, study skills, registration support, and more, see the Academic Support page. For faculty/staff support related to timetable/calendar/data/etc., tickets can be submitted through the RO Service Request page.
Teaching Assistant Professional Development Days: Sept. 4 and 5
New and experienced teaching assistants are invited to participate in Teaching Assistant Professional Development Days from the Centre for Learning and Teaching. In-person sessions will be held on September 4, with online sessions taking place on September 5. Visit the CLT website to see the full schedule and register to attend.
Dal Innovation Week: Sept. 16-21
The inaugural Dal Innovation Week is taking place from September 16-21. Join us for Dalhousie’s new premier innovation and entrepreneurship event featuring workshops, live demos, pitch competitions, exhibits, and more. Visit the Dal Innovation Week website for a full list of events and how to register.
Would you like to make a submission to the Dean's Office Dispatch? Email communications.science@dal.ca with a brief summary of your notice, a supporting link or email address, and a photo/image if you have one.
IMPORTANT DATES
September 2 Labour Day - University closed
September 3
Classes begin, fall term
September 17 Fees due for fall term
Last day to register
Last day to add fall term and multi-term courses
Last day to drop fall term courses and multi-term courses with no financial implications
Last day for a complete refund
Last day to apply for honours programs
Last day to opt out of the UPass
Last day to opt out of DSU Health Plan
Last day to change from Dalhousie to King's and vice versa
September 30
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, University closed
