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Dal News Weekly

No. 554 | September 28, 2023

A weekend of reflection and reconciliation

This weekend is an extremely important one here at Dalhousie and in Mi'kma'ki. With the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Orange Shirt Day, Treaty Day and the launch of Mi’kmaq History Month, is a time for honouring and learning from the past as we reflect on our commitments and responsibilities now and into the future.

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Indigenous student advisor blends traditional and modern approaches

Kayla Bernard uses her background in recreation therapy and community development to help Indigenous students feel at home at Dal.

Friends, family and community members gather at Dalhousie to honour the late Elder Daniel Paul

The portrait of Mi’kmaw editor, author and activist Elder Daniel Paul, painted by the acclaimed Mi’kmaw artist Alan Syliboy, now hangs in the Marion McCain Arts and Social Sciences Building at Dalhousie.

Talking about Treaty in a new course for Dalhousie faculty

As Treaty Day approaches, "Treaty-Informed Teaching," a new course from Dal's Centre for Learning and Teaching, is set to offer faculty the opportunity to understand treaty perspectives as they relate to education and learning.

RESEARCH IMPACT

A magnet for top research talent: Dalhousie’s new University Research Chair program

Meet the four researchers from Health, Medicine, Computer Science and Agriculture named to Dalhousie's new University Research Chairs program, which aims to recognize exceptional achievement and attract global talent to Dalhousie.

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Dalhousie improves overall score in THE World University Rankings

This year's Times Higher Education World University Ranking places Dal in the top 350 out of nearly 2,000 global universities.

Food as medicine

Vasantha Rupasinghe's research over the last two decades has targeted the understanding of the health-promoting properties of ancient food and applying this knowledge to innovate value-added health foods and dietary supplements.

Don Oliver receives 2023 Weldon Award for Unselfish Public Service

The Schulich School of Law and the Dalhousie Law Alumni Association have honoured retired senator Don Oliver for his commitment to equity and justice in the "Weldon tradition."

Meet Melanie Zurba, social scientist

Melanie Zurba, associate professor in the School for Resource and Environmental Studies and the College of Sustainability, is this week's featured guest on Sciographies, a radio show and podcast about the people who make science happen.

Tigers feature family dynamic this season

It’s a family affair on the Dalhousie University Tigers men’s soccer team this season. With sons of former Tigers and two pairs of brothers, Dal looks to have a family-like connection on the field.

Tigers Weekend Recap (Sep. 25)

Here is all the Tigers action from the week ending September 24!

COMMUNITY COLLABORATION

Residents, students and the Dalhousie community came together to bring a colourful street mural to life at the intersection of Larch and Jennings in Halifax designed by Mi’kmaw artist Tayla Fern Paul.

Read more: Art for community: Neighbours and university collaborate on street mural

SPACES AND PLACES

Dalhousie alumni, donors, and friends gathered this week to celebrate the start of contruction on the highly anticipated new campus facility that will provide an inclusive recreation and event space for the Dalhousie and greater Halifax communities.

Read more: Reception celebrates ground breaking of Dalhousie's new event centre

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Talking to others can help you overcome challenges and shift to a healthier mindset. Here’s a look at what Dal has to offer in group wellness programming this year, from mental health and holistic well-being sessions to book clubs and professional development meet-ups.

Read more: Looking to bring a little wellness into your life? Dal’s got you covered

 

STUDENT LIFE

Our "How I spent my summer" series continues with Dentistry student Taylor Chaput and Computer Science student Jesse Guzman.

Read more: A big leap forward

Read more: Turning a class project into a fulfilling job opportunity

EVENTS

 

Dalhousie's 13th Annual Mawio'mi will take place on Wednesday, October 18.  

 

Dalhousie and King’s, in partnership with the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia, will host the Universities Studying Slavery (USS) conference from October 18-21.

 

The 2023 Stanfield Conversation on Tuesday, October 24 will welcome featured speakers Megan Leslie, Naheed Nenshi and Mark Jaccard to discuss, “Can democracies meet the challenge of climate change?”

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