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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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By Marilyn Smulders
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
The inaugural Dal Reads took place yesterday as participants shared their thoughts about Lawrence Hill's The Book of Negroes.
By Marilyn Smulders
Friday, September 4, 2009
Imhotep's Legacy Academy opens its virtual school program in the Killam Library, connecting Dalhousie University tutors with high school students throughout the province.
By Jennifer Jabalee
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Peer Partnership Program pairs students new to campus with peer mentors.
By Ryan McNutt
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Orientation week activities include the Sexton Field Party, visits from sexpert Sue Johannson and hypnotist Tony Lee, Shinerama, the formal induction ceremony at the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium and a big ticket concert with Canadian hip hop icon Kardinal Offishall.
By Marilyn Smulders
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Dal students are invited to take part in Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup at Point Pleasant Park.