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Celebrating decades of dedication: Honouring Dalhousie's Milestone recipients
Find out who is marking 25, 35, 45, and even 50 years at Dalhousie as the university celebrates employees whose dedication has shaped generations of students and colleagues. Read more.
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Thursday, November 5, 2026
After years of perseverance through university hockey and the minor pro ranks, Dal graduate Dillon Boucher achieved a lifelong dream with his NHL debut.
Monday, October 26, 2026
Canada's Ocean Envoy Diana Fox Carney visited Dalhousie to gather ideas from researchers, policymakers and community leaders ahead of next year's Our Ocean Conference.
Friday, October 16, 2026
Top national scores in faculty awards, research impact, student financial support, and reputation highlighted Dalhousie’s strengths in Maclean’s newly revamped rankings framework.
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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.