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Dal News Weekly

No. 628 | March 28, 2025

STUDENT SUCCESS

Excellence in action: Meet this year's Dal Board of Governors' award winners

The winners of Dal's top award for student leadership have made their mark through caring for each other and the planet, sparking new approaches to old problems, and creating connections that have lasting power.

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Dal community celebrates outstanding achievements at the 2025 Impact Awards

Learn more about the dozens of students recognized at this year's ceremony for their accomplishments outside the classroom.

Think diversity and equity are safe in Canada? It's not that simple, say panelists

While the rollback of equity initiatives is particularly evident in the United States, panelists at a Dal-hosted event last week stressed the dangers of Canadian exceptionalism — the false belief that Canada is immune to the same injustices.

Why Canada must treat its food system as a matter of national defence

Faced with both a trade war and annexation threats, Canada must confront whether its domestic food systems can feed its population in a crisis — economic, political, environmental or otherwise.

Can Mark Carney truly connect with Canadian voters? Canada will now find out

When it comes to economics, Mark Carney is among the most knowledgeable in the country. But can he now connect with everyday Canadians on the campaign trail?

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

‘A painless flash of light’: Biomedical Engineering student wins 3 Minute Thesis

PhD student Ahmed Ramadan emerged with first prize and the people’s choice award for his engaging presentation about a patient-friendly approach to treating dangerous heart arrhythmias.

ASK AN EXPERT: MEASLES RISING

Canada is experiencing its largest measles outbreak in more than a decade. A Dal infectious disease doctor explains what's at stake.

Read more: Ask an expert: Why are we seeing measles outbreaks across Canada and who should get vaccinated?

INTERNATIONAL HONOUR

Dr. Kevin Hewitt, one of three 2025 Holland Award recipients, feels excited about joining a new community of scholars and the doors it will open for him and other researchers seeking to make an impact.

Read more: ‘Research knows no borders’: Physics prof recognized for leadership and research excellence

FOUNTAIN SCHOOL: SEASON FINALE

Guest director Diego Matamoros worked with Dal students and faculty members to bring Anton Chekov's famed play to life for the 2024-2025 season finale.

Read more: Fountain School's Three Sisters reflects human desire to hope in the face of disappointment

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