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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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Amani Saini
Friday, January 10, 2014
Dalhousie's Multifaith Centre helped collect sweaters for Syrian refugees facing a cold winter.
Erin Stewart
Friday, December 20, 2013
With the holidays quickly approaching, the Dal community filled the Arts Centre Sculpture Court Thursday for the Annual Dalhousie Carol Sing.
Ryan McNutt
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
From paintings to photography to mixed media, the Dal community's creations are currently on display at the Dalhousie Art Gallery's 60th annual Student, Staff, Faculty and Alumni Exhibition.
Ryan McNutt
Friday, December 13, 2013
With Commerce students helping lead the way, Dalhousie was the leading fundraising university (per capita) in Canada this Movember, bringing in nearly $94,000 and winning a visit from astronaut Chris Hadfield in 2014.
Clark Jang
Wednesday, December 11, 2013
How Dalhousie prof Peter Duinker is helping Halifax improve its urban forest and ensure a sustainable future for the city's biodiversity.