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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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Tuesday, January 22, 2013
At the Cox Institute on Dal's Agricultural Campus, you'll find a new living wall, with more than 200 potted plants and students contributing to the project through their classwork.
Thursday, December 13, 2012
The Student, Staff, Faculty and Alumni exhibition at the Dalhousie Art Gallery launches with an opening reception Thursday night and runs through Dec. 22.
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Looking for some hits for your holiday playlists? We asked Dal musicologist Jacqueline Warwick to share her five favourite rock 'n' roll Christmas tunes.
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Students, faculty and staff share holiday greetings from around the world in a video greeting card you can share with friends, family and colleagues.
Friday, December 7, 2012
Dal students volunteer their time at Out of the Cold, a shelter for Halifax’s homeless, organized by a group of community leaders, including Social Work prof Jeff Karabanow.