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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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Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Discover how Curtis Michael’s passion for Mi’kmaw language transforms classrooms into spaces of cultural exchange and inspires learners from diverse backgrounds to engage with Indigenous knowledge.
Legacies that last: Faculty and staff achievement celebrated at Dal's annual employee award ceremony
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.
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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Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Priscilla Lee, a third-year Music student in cello performance, had to audition for her prestigious apprenticeship virtually. Now, at age 18, she’s the youngest apprentice ever to work with Symphony Nova Scotia.
Monday, April 27, 2020
With most dental clinics shut down during the pandemic, Dalhousie's Faculty of Dentistry is one of the few clinics in the province still providing emergency dental care. Not only have they met high safety standards in doing so, but in teaching others their protocols, they've helped expand emergency dental care to other communities in the province.
Friday, April 24, 2020
Two of Dal’s most prominent buildings — the Henry Hicks Building in Halifax and Cumming Hall in Truro — were lit up blue at night to remember those who lost their lives in the tragic events in Nova Scotia this month and to show support for our broader community.
Thursday, April 23, 2020
Following a rich career working with Indigenous communities across the region, Cathy Martin is returning to her alma mater in a new role focused on furthering reconciliation through collaboration with Indigenous partners in the region, particularly the Mi’kmaq.
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Taking place early next month, the COVID-19 Virtual Hackathon will see teams of students and professionals come together remotely to find solutions to some of the challenges brought by COVID-19.