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Dal News Weekly

No. 550 | August 31, 2023

WELCOME, NEW STUDENTS!

Get ready, get connected: Students set to jump into university life with epic orientation events

A jam-packed roster of events, from an opening ceremony complete with cheer-off to a DJ party and movie night on the quad, offers the newest members of Dal’s student community a chance to get to know campus and each other.

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Dalhousie and King’s celebrate 100 years together

On Sept. 1, 1923, the governors of Dalhousie University and King’s College signed articles of association, entwining the two institutions academically and culturally. Now, 100 years later, community leaders pause to reflect on their shared history and path forward.

Dal researcher leads SSHRC-funded global project to empower scholars of medieval chant

A new data-driven research project led by Dalhousie musicologist Dr. Jennifer Bain will create an online platform that links far-flung plainchant databases around the world, providing a vast electronic resource to deepen understanding of the a cappella chants and those who created and recited them.

Canada’s welfare system is failing mothers with infants

Low-income mothers with infants are struggling with food insecurity, which can lead to long-term health impacts for both mothers and children, writes Dal PhD student Laura Fisher.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

What does it take to win? PhD candidate lands dream job helping Toronto Blue Jays reach peak performance

Josh Goreham puts the various skills he’s gained from Dal's PhD in Health program to work in effectively executing his professional responsibilities as lead performance analyst for the Toronto Blue Jays.

 

New student? We're here to help

Everything you need to know if you're a new student at Dal this fall. Find info about programming, resources, contacts, and more with New to Dal. Learn more.

NEXT WEEK: FALLING WALLS PITCHES

Some of Atlantic Canada’s brightest minds are set to pitch scientific and social innovations with the potential to transform the world — and you could have a front row seat.

Read more: Discover life changing ideas — before they change your life

 

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