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September 2026

Linden Thomas  –  Student Life, News, Community & Culture
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Experience a day of Indigenous music, dance, art and community on the Studley Quad, while exploring opportunities for learning, reflection and dialogue around truth and reconciliation.
Jennifer Cameron  –  Student Life, News, Community & Culture
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Meet founders, researchers and innovators tackling real-world challenges while discovering career paths, pitch competitions, workshops and unexpected connections along the way.
Kristy Read
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Acclaimed poetry collection by Dalhousie creative writing instructor Sue Goyette becomes the first poetry title chosen for the university's community reading program.
Sarah Burton and Michael Karanicolas  –  Law, Research
Friday, September 18, 2026
By setting up a fund supported by those who violate Canadian laws to assist groups that protect civil rights, Canada can invest in democracy’s strongest defence: robust, free and open speech, write Michael Karanicolas and Sarah Burton.
Photos by Alexa Code  –  Student Life, News, Community & Culture
Friday, September 18, 2026
After selling out Halifax's Scotiabank Centre last fall, the Toronto all-female rockers returned for a sold-out, Dal-exclusive Studley Quad concert, treating fans to a 21-song set. Check out some photos from the night.
Matt Reeder  –  Research, Oceans, Ocean Tracking Network, Science, News
Friday, September 18, 2026
OTN Scientific Director Rob Lennox discusses the growing impact of ocean tracking and why scientists are only beginning to unlock the potential of the data they collect.
Matt Reeder and Alexa Cude  –  Residence, Student Life, Community & Culture
Thursday, September 17, 2026
From Lego flowers and a chewed Nerf dart to treasured gifts and childhood keepsakes, new Dal students share the meaningful items helping residence feel like home.
Darcy MacPhail  –  Continuing Education, News, Community & Culture
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Under new Director Rachelle McKay, TYP welcomes a new cohort, unveils an upgraded home base, and builds on a legacy stretching back more than five decades.
Anna Wood  –  Facilities Management, Student Life, Office of Sustainability, News, Community & Culture
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Thousands of students turned donated goods into practical finds during the Free Store's back-to-school rush, showcasing the growing demand for affordable, sustainable shopping on campus.
Dal News staff  –  Research, Pharmacy, Health Professions
Monday, September 14, 2026
Enabling pharmacists to prescribe preventive Lyme disease medication shifted hundreds of routine cases out of emergency departments, easing pressure on the health-care system, shows a new Dalhousie study.