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Flagship speaker series returns in new chapter for Dal policy institute
As it enters a new era, the MacEachen Institute of Public Policy and Governance is expanding its efforts to connect researchers, decision-makers, and communities on pressing national and regional issues. Read more.
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Tuesday, September 1, 2026
As he begins his term as dean, Dr. Saleem Razack discusses social accountability, medical education, and his vision for strengthening health care across the Maritimes and beyond.
Friday, September 4, 2026
With mentors, dedicated gathering spaces and year-round programming, a student-led initiative is helping commuters and renters build community from day one.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Designed around real-world challenges facing firefighters, the program supports professional growth and helps enhance emergency response capacity in communities throughout Nova Scotia.
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Friday, November 24, 2017
Engineering prof Ghada Koleilat won the Emerging Professional award at this year's Discovery Awards, which celebrate research and innovation in Nova Scotia. Diagnostic Radiology prof Mohamed Abdolell's company Densitas Inc won the Innovation Award, Engineering faculty member Peter Allen was named to the Science Hall of Fame and many other Dal individuals were among the varied nominees.
Thursday, November 23, 2017
Mike Smit, Information Management prof and this year's recipient of Dal's Early Career Teaching Award, gets creative when it comes to engaging students in the classroom.
Thursday, November 23, 2017
A top NATO official, a Nobel Peace Laureate, and others discussed the future of U.S. and global leadership during a roundtable at Dal to kick off this year's Halifax International Security Forum — one of the top annual gatherings of its kind in the world.
Monday, November 20, 2017
An Engineering co-op student who's written a novel and several plays during her studies, Nayani Jensen is headed to the University of Oxford next year as Dalhousie's 91st Rhodes Scholar.
Friday, November 17, 2017
Halifax MP Andy Fillmore was on campus Wednesday, November 15 to announce $5.7 million in funding through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, including $4.8 million for Dal researchers.