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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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Jane Doucet
Monday, September 16, 2019
This summer, second-year Schulich School of Law student Ziad Lawen spent his time with Paint the Park, a mural event that aims to beautify Mulgrave Park in the Halifax's North End.
Matt Reeder
Friday, September 13, 2019
As Hurricane Dorian whipped its way towards Nova Scotia late last week, a team of individuals from across the Dal community sprang into action to prepare for and respond to the storm.
Cheryl Bell
Thursday, September 12, 2019
A donation from the Community Foundation of Nova Scotia and Green Shield Canada will help the Faculty of Dentistry expand its efforts to reach underserved communities in the Halifax region who may be struggling to receive oral health care.
Niecole Killawee
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Launching this week, the second season of Sciographies dives deeper into the stories behind the science — offering an intimate look researchers who push the boundaries of discovery and innovation.
Ryan McNutt
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
With two Sexton Campus streets in need of new names, Dalhousie is recognizing the legacies of Mathieu DaCosta, the first named African in Canada who served as an interpreter for French settlers, and Norma Eddy, the first woman to graduate from what is now the Faculty of Engineering.