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Former Canadian ambassador to the U.S. urges students to engage across differences
Drawing on years navigating Canada-U.S. relations, Kirsten Hillman encouraged Dal students to seek diverse perspectives, strengthen civic discourse and help shape the country’s future during a symposium hosted by the MacEachen Institute. Read more.
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Monday, November 2, 2026
Deantha Edmund’s Artist-In-Residence mentorship at Dalhousie’s Fountain School of Performing Arts was guided by a simple but powerful belief: every artist deserves to know they belong.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
After publishing hundreds of academic works, social work professor Dr. Michael Ungar turns to magical realism to bring complex child welfare issues to a broader audience.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Dal's 16th annual Mawio’mi brought Indigenous and non-Indigenous people together in celebration of Indigenous cultures. These photos capture moments of connection, learning and celebration from throughout the day.
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Friday, February 27, 2026
A community panel this week at Halifax Central Library brought researchers and policymakers together to demystify AI and consider its emerging uses throughout Nova Scotia.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
A fifty-year-old system was recently replaced with modern infrastructure designed to protect marine life and support world-class ocean research.
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Dalhousie’s new online hub offers students a clearer, more intuitive way to access the support and guidance that shape their university experience and help them succeed.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
See how Dal’s Oulton‑Stanish Centre rink took shape through patient layering, old‑school methods, and impressive human skill that still outperforms high‑tech alternatives.
Thursday, February 5, 2026
To celebrate African Heritage Month, five members of the Dalhousie community were honoured for their outstanding commitment to African Nova Scotian, Black, and African Diaspora culture across campus and through various external communities.