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Dal News Weekly

No. 525 | March 09, 2023

Third Century Progress

Dal builds capacity for inclusive excellence with new university‑wide framework

Never before has Dal centred equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility so prominently in its strategic priorities. We take a look at Dal's shift toward Inclusive Excellence as part of a new series about the people helping bring Dal's strategic plan to life.

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Women in STEM unite on International Women’s Day

Dalhousie’s Faculties of Computer Science, Engineering and Science hosted the fifth annual Women in STEM Networking Event in Halifax this week, with Dal researchers and alumni participating in a panel discussion about their motivations for pursuing a career in STEM.

Dal neurosurgery residency attains gender parity

A program at Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Medicine is among the first in the country to achieve gender parity among trainees.

Let’s talk about menopause in the workplace

Dalhousie's Menopause Support Group has been meeting monthly for the past year. Now, its founder says it's time to expand the conversation to better support gender equity at the university.

Eating disorders are deadly: What are they, who’s at risk, and what can be done about it

The mortality rate of people with eating disorders is six times higher than the general population, and they are five times more likely to attempt suicide. However, few people seek treatment, writes Simon Sherry.

Killam scholar seeks new ways to make medical implants better for patients

Brenden Wheeler has received one of Dal's most prestigious research awards to develop new materials for implantable medical devices that can impact the way immune cells behave.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

Killer whale observed caring for pilot whale in remarkable first

For the first time in recorded history, an orca was observed caring for the offspring of another species — an unusual interaction outlined by a Dal PhD candidate in a new paper.

MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK

For the third year in a row, Dal is hosting its own Mental Health Awareness Week from March 10-17 to promote mental health and help build a sense of belonging and holistic well-being for all students. Learn more.

Read more: What you need to know about Dal's Mental Health Awareness Week

ALUM SPEARHEADS CLIMATE ACTION

Jasveen Brar (BSc’17) has devoted her career to driving climate action and was recently recognized as one of Canada’s top 30 under 30 youth leaders.

Read more: Dal alum recognized for youth leadership on climate action

ATHLETICS

PepsiCo Athlete of the Week (Mar. 6)

Women's volleyball player Lucy Glen-Carter named PepsiCo Athlete of the Week.

Read more: PepsiCo Athlete of the Week (Mar. 6)

Tigers Weekend Action (Mar. 5)

The women's volleyball team captured their 10th straight AUS title this past weekend.

U SPORTS Athlete of the Week (Mar. 8)

Women's volleyball player Lucy Glen-Carter has been named a U SPORTS Athlete of the Week for the third time this season.

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