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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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Matt Reeder
Friday, September 29, 2017
Pink Day, the flagship event of Dalhousie's annual Respect Week, had students, faculty and staff sporting pink on Thursday as a colourful showcase of the power of respect.
Matt Reeder
Monday, September 25, 2017
From educational workshops to popular social events such as the Pink Day BBQ, Respect Week is all about celebrating Dal’s commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive and respectful community that embraces diversity.
Stefanie Wilson
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Musicology student Tamar Dina is the founder of Music Liberatory, a program that brings together women from all walks of life to learn and explore music.
Cherry Au
Friday, September 15, 2017
More than 240 Dal students, staff and faculty turned out last Saturday for the 10th annual Community Day, an event that links volunteers with opportunities to give back in the local community.
Cheryl Bell
Friday, September 15, 2017
The Faculty of Dentistry’s Immigrant Oral Health Outreach Clinic received $250,000 from Green Shield Canada (GSC) this week to expand its range of oral health care services and increase the number of clinics it holds.