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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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Michele Charlton
Thursday, November 16, 2017
The Atlantic Science Links Association brought dozens of school teachers together with Dal scientists and engineers for a one-day conference focused on creating new opportunities for Nova Scotian youth.
Matt Reeder
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Espacées, which takes place this Thursday at Halifax's Waegwoltic Club, is an ambitious Fountain School of Performing Arts (FSPA) production that melds music, spoken word, theatre and film.
Stefanie Wilson
Thursday, November 9, 2017
After 35 years in the Canadian Armed Forces, Les Miller was looking for a post-retirement career — and found one with the help of Dal's College of Continuing Education.
Cherry Au
Friday, November 3, 2017
Close to 200 people checked in at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel last Friday to share ideas about the impact of co-op education on the future of Nova Scotia’s workforce and economy.
Staff
Monday, October 30, 2017
Following last week’s statement from the Vice-Provost Student Affairs, steps are underway for policy enhancement, critical dialogue and campus community coalition building.