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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Monday, July 16, 2018
As a mother of two young children and a small business owner, going back to school was a big life change for Health Promotion student Jade Kelly. But it’s a change she’s managing by focusing on her goals.
Monday, July 9, 2018
Tyler Lightfoot's background in English and Psychology gave him the foundation to hit the ground running with a Library and Information Studies master’s degree at Dal and turn it into a new career as a data analyst.
Thursday, July 5, 2018
Before she heads off for her master's studies, Neuroscience grad Delainey Wescott has big summer plans — continuing her lab research, her mental health advocacy and discovering more of Halifax and Nova Scotia.
Tuesday, July 3, 2018
Biomedical Engineering doctoral student Kerry Costello does more than just study osteoarthritis — she shares that research with the world as a podcast host.
Monday, June 25, 2018
Cal DeWolfe has gone from the cross-country course to the courtroom as he studies Law with an eye towards practising in Atlantic Canada. For the former Philosophy grad, it's an unexpected but exciting path.