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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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Genevieve MacIntyre
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.
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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Ryan McNutt
Friday, October 18, 2019
Against the backdrop of an oft-distressing global political climate, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean (former Governor General of Canada) brought an inspiring message of hope to Dal’s annual Shaar Shalom Lecture this week, one forged in humanity’s common bonds and inspired by a new generation of leaders and change makers.
Matt Reeder
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
A chorus of Dal community members belted out a Beatles tune with members of The Big Sing last Thursday at the kickoff event for the university’s 2019 United Way fundraising campaign.
Matt Reeder
Friday, October 11, 2019
An enterprising group of Dalhousie students set up a mock voting station on campus this week to raise awareness about when, where and how students can cast a ballot in this year’s federal election.
Paige Taylor
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
Love and Information, which opens this week in the David Mack. Murray Studio, explores love in the modern age through a unique production featuring interchangeable scenes, compelling settings and stellar performances.
Kelly Taylor
Thursday, October 3, 2019
James Edgar knows first-hand the benefits of Talent Pathways, a program designed to reduce barriers for equity seeking candidates looking to work at Dalhousie.