Few names are more recognizable in Nova Scotia than Angus Lewis Macdonald (1890-1954) — after all, he's the namesake of the first bridge to span Halifax Harbour. At Dalhousie, he's recognized both as a Law alumnus (graduating with high honours in 1921) and as a former faculty member. His teaching career was cut short when he was catapulted into the leadership role of the provincial Liberal party without any real political experience. Serving twice as premier (‘33-’40, ’45-’54), Macdonald's leadership and its effects still ripple throughout the province.
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DAL 200
The Honourable Murray Sinclair will be the first speaker in the fall portion of Dal 200’s “Year of Belonging.” Learn more about the first Aboriginal judge appointed in Manitoba and chairman of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, who will share his unique perspectives on diversity and inclusion with the Dal community on Wednesday, September 5.
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Belong Forum preview: 5 things you should know about Senator Murray Sinclair
STUDENT LIFE
Class of 2018 grad Nick Belliveau is spending his summer helping to digitize Dalhousie's nearly 100-year-old Herbarium, a collection of 10,000 preserved plant specimens.
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A century of specimens
