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Former Canadian ambassador to the U.S. urges students to engage across differences
Drawing on years navigating Canada-U.S. relations, Kirsten Hillman encouraged Dal students to seek diverse perspectives, strengthen civic discourse and help shape the country’s future during a symposium hosted by the MacEachen Institute. Read more.
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Monday, November 2, 2026
Deantha Edmund’s Artist-In-Residence mentorship at Dalhousie’s Fountain School of Performing Arts was guided by a simple but powerful belief: every artist deserves to know they belong.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
After publishing hundreds of academic works, social work professor Dr. Michael Ungar turns to magical realism to bring complex child welfare issues to a broader audience.
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, September 5, 2025
Dal's newest students came together last Saturday for a spirited kick-off to campus life, soaking up high-energy vibes, making new connections, and posing for a first-ever drone-shot class photo.
Thursday, September 4, 2025
More than 1,200 students scored big at Dal's Free Store last week, taking home tens of thousands of dollars worth of goods for free and proving one person's trash can be another's treasure.
Friday, August 29, 2025
Dalhousie’s revamped O-Week brings students together with a single calendar, bold spirit, and deep collaboration that will set the stage for lasting friendships and a strong start to university life.
Friday, August 29, 2025
Dalhousie’s O-Week offers inclusive events for queer, rural, and mature students, plus wellness spaces and socials designed to help everyone feel at home on campus.
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Local high school students received a two-day summer crash course in quantum computing, organized by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, that took participants through the basics before challenging them to explore real-world applications.