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“Where are we allowed to dance?”: New Dalhousie Art Gallery exhibition explores history of "dancing Black" in Canada
Community members, scholars, performers and artists gathered to celebrate the opening of It’s About Time: Dancing Black in Canada 1900-1970 and Now. The exhibition explores representation and reception, performing artists and the stage, dance in and for communities, and legislation and protest. Read more.
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Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Joy Akinkunmi of Bedford turned a personal caregiving challenge into a celebrated device for improving medication routines for people living with dementia with mentorship from Dal’s Imhotep’s Legacy Academy.
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
The Science as Art calendar showcases striking images from Dal’s community that reveal the beauty and wonder hidden in scientific discovery.
Friday, December 12, 2025
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.
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Thursday, February 4, 2021
The Promise Scholars program does more than offer financial aid to Black and Indigenous students, it also offers wraparound supports like mentorship and work placements — important elements for student success. A panel event featuring Dal alumni recently explored inclusion’s potential.
Thursday, February 4, 2021
As part of African Heritage Month, Dal's Black Student Advising Centre hosted a talk this week with OmiSoore Dryden, the James R. Johnston Chair in Black Canadian Studies, on the impacts of racism on health, especially during the pandemic.
Tuesday, February 2, 2021
A virtual event and flag raising Monday served to kick off the month of celebration, reflection and action, with Dal President Deep Saini and others offering words of comfort and recognition amid challenging circumstances.
Tuesday, February 2, 2021
For half a century, the Dalhousie Arts Centre has been a hub for the arts in our local community. Join us as we celebrate all year long.
Monday, February 1, 2021
Meet the newest recipients of the Belong Research Fellowship Award, which provide pre-tenure, tenure-track faculty members from equity-seeking groups with support to further research in their respective fields.