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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Thursday, May 31, 2018
As a full-time student raising two children, Alicia Jacquard has not only excelled in the classroom — she has been a key student leader in the School of Nursing.
Thursday, May 31, 2018
When Kirk Opie crosses the stage to receive his Pharmacy degree, he will be continuing a longstanding family tradition stretching back generations.
Thursday, May 31, 2018
All year long, Dalhousie is sharing the stories of some of the important individuals in its 200-year history through the Dalhousie Originals series. And student performers from the Fountain School of Performing Arts — including several members of the Class of 2018 — have been key to making it all possible.
Wednesday, May 30, 2018
For Mechanical Engineering student Stephen Robinson-Enebeli, the Dalhousie experience is about much more than what happens in the classroom, and includes co-op terms with tech startups and community work with organizations like Pathways Spryfield.
Tuesday, May 29, 2018
For Dave Ropson, being a health professional is about doing whatever it takes to help others — from being a bone marrow donor to working in remote communities in need of dental care.