Student Life
What new Dal students couldn't leave behind
From Lego flowers and a chewed Nerf dart to treasured gifts and childhood keepsakes, new Dal students share the meaningful items helping residence feel like home. Read more.
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Friday, September 11, 2026
The annual return of students brings renewed energy to campus. Explore the scale of move-in through photos and key stats.
Friday, September 4, 2026
With mentors, dedicated gathering spaces and year-round programming, a student-led initiative is helping commuters and renters build community.
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Thousands of incoming students came together on Tiger Welcome Day to celebrate the start of university life, turning first-week uncertainty into shared experiences, lasting memories and new connections.
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Tuesday, October 30, 2018
Sarah Nersesian may have chosen to study medicine instead of going to art school — but thanks to her scientific illustration business, Designs that Cell, art is never far from her life and work.
Friday, October 26, 2018
Dalhousie's On Track program recently received an award for outstanding advising program for its work in helping students like Thomais Maniou identify their talents and get connected to student success advisors to develop goals for university and beyond.
Monday, October 22, 2018
He's a Cadet Instructor Cadre Officer with the Canadian Forces, a volunteer firefighter and a full-time Nursing student. For Joel Misson, it's all part of his quest to make a difference in people's lives.
Wednesday, October 10, 2018
Commerce students Sam Brown and Josh Dias know what it's like to lose your way a bit at university. But thanks to the Refining Your Learning Skills for Academically Dismissed Students program, they’re back in class with a renewed focus.
Friday, October 5, 2018
A generous gift of $250,000 from CIBC, announced last week, has established the CIBC Multicultural Centre in the Student Learning Commons on the Dalhousie Agricultural Campus.