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Giving Power

Fall 2023 | Volume 13 | Number 2

In this issue:

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A National Philanthropy Day message from President Kim Brooks

Dalhousie President Dr. Kim Brooks shares a message of appreciation for National Philanthropy Day.

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Devoted Tigers alumni lead project to bring back the rink

A friendship that began more than 50 years ago has inspired a pair of former varsity athletes to champion the new Dalhousie Event Centre.

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Donor generosity boosts postdoctoral fellows' success

Three new postdoctoral fellows are engaged in trailblazing research, thanks to the support of Dalhousie alum Dr. Donald Hill and his family.

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Creating inclusive opportunities in computer science

Dalhousie Computer Science, CGI, and Millbrook First Nation team up to increase diversity in tech and create an unforgettable co-op experience.

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New marine biodiversity centre will attract community and excite ocean enthusiasts

A generous gift from Ross Beaty and his family will help create a facility that engages the community and sheds light on the marine biodiversity crisis.
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An interior rendering of the Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity with signs and displays

Alum and family determined to repay a life-changing kindness

Dr. Carl Pearlman achieved professional success as a respected urological surgeon and inspired generational giving thanks to his Dalhousie connection.
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New bursary aims to increase representation in clinical psychology

Dr. Elaine Ply and David Henry’s gift will support student and research diversity in Dalhousie’s Clinical Psychology PhD program.
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Former director channels passion for dental hygiene into opportunities for students

Determined to elevate the credibility of her profession, Glenda Butt created both a new degree program and a new bursary.
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Shoppers Drug Mart gift promotes diversity, equity and inclusion in health care

Dalhousie’s Faculty of Health is imagining a future where health care is more diverse, equitable, modern, and respectful, thanks to a transformative gift from Shoppers Drug Mart.
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Faculty of Health Dean Brenda Merritt, Shoppers Drug Mart President Jeff Leger, and Lifemark Health Group President Sonya Lockyer