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Commissioned by President Richard Florizone and Senate Chair Kevin Hewitt, and chaired by Dr. Afua Cooper, the Lord Dalhousie scholarly panel continues its work. Its initial reporting on the university’s namesake and his relationship with issues of race and slavery is expected shortly, with consultation to follow.

Highlights of presentations from the February 13 meeting of the Dalhousie Board of Governors, including a motion to have the Investment Committee assess a potential third-party search for “fossil free” investment funds.

A three year capacity building project will see the Dal-hosted Roméo Dallaire Child Soldiers Initiative work with international and national security forces to end the recruitment and use of child soldiers in South Sudan.

Matt Numer's Human Sexuality class is popular with students, in part because of the conversations it sparks. Learn how Dr. Numer uses technology to help create a safe, comfortable space for everyone to participate.

Member of Parliament Andy Fillmore paid tribute to his alma mater in the House of Commons Monday afternoon, while Prime Minister Justin Trudeau shared well-wishes for Dal's 200th anniversary via video as part of Tuesday's Bicentennial Launch event. The Prime Minister also recently celebrated Dr. Afua Cooper as part of his statement for Black History Month.