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All spruce'd up: How Dal "elves" helped Woody the Talking Christmas Tree make his winter wake‑up call

All spruce'd up: How Dal "elves" helped Woody the Talking Christmas Tree make his winter wake‑up call

The computer scientists who saved Christmas? Thanks to the work of faculty members Hanieh Shakeri and Joseph Malloch, a beloved Dartmouth institution has been able to entertain children of all ages this holiday season.  Read more.

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Theresa Salah
Monday, December 8, 2025
Dalhousie Engineering students joined schools across Canada in gathering on the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women to remember the 14 women murdered at École Polytechnique in 1989.
Ryan McNutt
Friday, November 21, 2025
Nearly 30 awards were presented to more than 50 individuals and groups from across the university at the 8th Annual Legacy Awards. Read the full list of honourees.
Stephanie Rogers
Friday, October 31, 2025
College Royal was another incredible success, bringing together students, staff, and faculty in a celebration of agricultural tradition, hands-on learning, and community.

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Zoe Bell
Friday, January 20, 2017
In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day this past Monday, the Black Student Advising Centre hosted a topical and engaging panel discussion on the Black Lives Matter movement.
Mike Still
Friday, January 20, 2017
After taking part in Special Tigers Day events for individuals with developmental disabilities, 16-year-old Scott Chaddock has become more than just the men’s hockey team’s biggest fan — he’s a friend, and an inspiration.
Ryan McNutt, with files from Matt Reeder
Thursday, January 5, 2017
The countdown is on! With the launch of a new website (dal200.ca) and preparations underway across the university, Dalhousie's 200th anniversary is closer than ever. Learn more about what's in store.
Erin Stewart-Reid
Wednesday, January 4, 2017
Video: Canada is celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2017. Hear what members of the Dal community had to say about what Canada means to them.
Nick Pearce
Thursday, December 22, 2016
Photo Essay: Christmas classics, Hanukkah favourites, a performance from the All Nations Drum group — members of the Dal community were treated to a sensational suite of seasonal sounds at the Annual Dalhousie Carol Sing this week.