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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
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
Thanks to a $500,000 gift from Eastlink, the Nova Scotia Math Circles program is expanding its efforts to get young Nova Scotians excited and engaged in mathematics.
Ryan McNutt
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
Planning students set up a colourful bistro-style patio and "fan mail" booth on the Halifax waterfront as part of a national event to raise awareness of urban spaces.
Staff
Friday, June 13, 2014
Doors Open Halifax visitors shared their favourite sights while checking out the Life Sciences Research Institute and the Steele Ocean Sciences Building.
Kevin Bradley
Friday, June 13, 2014
From brains to starfish, there were plenty of opportunities to get a closer look at Dal research for the nearly 2,000 visitors who came to campus during Doors Open Halifax.
Sara Daniels
Friday, June 6, 2014
Dal's Ocean Sciences Building and Life Sciences Research Institute are taking part in Doors Open Halifax this weekend, offering community members an up-close look at what goes on inside two of Dal's newest research facilities.