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A Rising Tide: In conversation with President Kim Brooks about Dalhousie’s new strategic framework
Dalhousie President Kim Brooks discusses the new strategic framework, how it was shaped by community voices, and what it asks of the university and its community. Read more.
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Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Mia Mackenzie, a Master of Social Work student, earned top honours in Dal’s Glovin Award for an essay urging people to resist division by showing up and staying accountable to community.
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Dalhousie researchers are advancing health, clean energy, ocean science, and food innovation with new partner‑driven funding aimed at turning Nova Scotia research strengths into real‑world solutions.
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
A two‑year deep‑energy retrofit has modernized the Killam Memorial Library’s aging systems, boosting efficiency, reducing emissions, and setting the stage for similar upgrades across campus.
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Friday, June 14, 2019
Next week, Dal recognizes the impressive achievements of faculty and staff from across the university at the second-annual Dalhousie Legacy Awards. Read the list of recipients and RSVP to attend Wednesday's free celebration event.
Friday, June 7, 2019
They are champions and advocates for students. They provide outstanding service to students. They are mentors to students. Meet the three recipients of the 2019 Rosemary Gill Awards, Dal's top honour for supporting students outside the classroom.
Thursday, June 6, 2019
Watch speeches from Sandra L. Irving and The Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, both of whom received honorary degrees as part of Spring Convocation ceremonies this year.
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Whistleblower Edward Snowden earned international infamy when he leaked secret documents that revealed the extent of global surveillance culture. Last week, speaking via livestream to a packed house as part of Dal Alumni Days, Snowden discussed the rise of the surveillance state — and what a “digital arms race” means for our future.
Friday, May 31, 2019
For Sheila Blair-Reid, building community among Dal’s 135,000 alumni is work that reflects a career that’s been all about the power of making connections.