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Royal Society honours Dal oceanographer for globally recognized climate research
Enhancing the ocean’s capacity to absorb carbon dioxide emissions is part of Dal oceanographer Dr. Katja Fennel’s groundbreaking research. This week, the Royal Society of Canada recognized Dr. Fennel’s contributions by naming her in the 2026 Class of Fellows. Read more.
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Tuesday, September 8, 2026
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.
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.
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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Wednesday, March 15, 2017
As part of International Women's Week, Dalhousie hosted an in-depth conversation with Dal professor, social worker and Canadian senator Wanda Thomas Bernard.
Friday, March 10, 2017
Provost Carolyn Watters led multiple information and discussion sessions over the past week and a half on the Budget Advisory’s Committee’s (BAC) draft plan for the 2017-18 operating budget.
Friday, March 10, 2017
In its draft budget plan released last month, Dalhousie’s Budget Advisory Committee recommended $2.6 million in additional spending in four key areas for next year, based on feedback and input from the university community. We take a look at those four areas in more detail.
Friday, March 10, 2017
Leaders from four Atlantic Canadian universities, including Dal President Florizone, were in Ottawa this week to host a reception for the Atlantic Caucus of MPs and Senators. Their message: that a stronger Atlantic Canada depends on strong collaborations with — and between — the region's research-intensive universities.
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
Dal students Lydia Swiatkowski and Sarah Dobson were invited to Ottawa this week to participate in the Daughters of the Vote leadership forum, which aims to inspire more young women to enter politics.