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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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Thursday, May 11, 2017
Canadians are among the highest per capita users of opioids in the world. As the country rolls out new national guidelines for prescribing these powerful pain drugs, Dalhousie is preparing to launch a comprehensive new opioid-prescribing education protocol for residents in all 55 postgraduate medical education programs.
Thursday, May 11, 2017
Toward 200: From Dal 200 swag at the Bookstore to conference hosting and a unique LEGO construction, Dal's Ancillary Services team is helping build 200th anniversary enthusiasm.
Thursday, May 11, 2017
Highlights of decisions and presentations from the Monday, May 8 meeting of the Dalhousie University Senate.
Monday, May 8, 2017
Last Friday, members of the Dal community gathered to celebrate Halifax businessman Morris Strug and his donation of $5 million to create the Joseph Strug Concert Hall. The hall, named in honour of his late son Joseph (a Dal alumnus), will be part of the planned expansion of the Dalhousie Arts Centre.
Friday, May 5, 2017
Toward 200: With a coast-to-coast bus tour and other initiatives, the Office of Advancement is working to ensure that Dal alumni across Canada and around the world help celebrate the university's bicentennial.