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Dal’s Michael Ungar blends narrative and research in new novel Orphans in the Garden
After publishing hundreds of academic works, the renowned social work professor turns to magical realism to bring complex child welfare issues to a broader audience. Read more.
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Friday, October 16, 2026
As awareness of menopause grows, a Dal expert is helping shape conversations from campus workplaces to national policy, advocating for better support, education, and research.
Thursday, October 29, 2026
The new clinic offers free assistance to Canadians while providing law students the chance to gain practical, hands-on experience in tax dispute resolution.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Dal's 16th annual Mawio’mi brought Indigenous and non-Indigenous people together in celebration of Indigenous cultures. These photos capture moments of connection, learning and celebration from throughout the day.
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Friday, June 5, 2015
Last month Dal was host of the second biennial Black Canadian Studies Association conference, organized under the auspices of the James R. Johnston Chair.
Thursday, June 4, 2015
Meet this year's recipients of the Rosemary Gill Award, the university's top award for service to students, and learn about how each goes "above and beyond" to make a difference in the Dal community.
Monday, June 1, 2015
Campus was buzzing last week as hundreds of new grads crossed the graduation stage in Halifax. Here's a look at some of the best tweets, photos and more from Spring Convocation 2015.
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
An interdisciplinary project involving the Faculties of Health Professions and Dentistry, focused on oral health in the aboriginal community of NunatuKavut, culminated in a forum for community members, researchers and policy makers.
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Photo essay: Dal alumni and student volunteers quenched the thirsts of hundreds of runners and walkers Sunday morning at the Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon.