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How a Dal course helps shape the way students see the Earth
A popular Dalhousie Earth Sciences course immerses students in real-world hazards, blending virtual exploration, current events, and interdisciplinary learning to deepen understanding of the planet’s dynamic systems. Read more.
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Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Psychology student and varsity basketball player Melina Collins is this year's recipient of the Dr. Anne Marie Ryan Community Growth Award, recognized for her work bringing athletes and young learners together through a literacy mentorship program.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Facing coastal erosion, Dalhousie civil engineering students tackled a real-world lighthouse protection challenge, earning top project honours for an innovative, industry-guided academic design.
Thursday, March 26, 2026
This year’s Dal Board of Governors winners show how purposeful action creates lasting change. Get to know more now about how they are doing so.
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Friday, January 19, 2018
For international student Gashin Ghazizadeh, the Dal 200 Community Skate was more than a great way to kick off an anniversary year — it was an opportunity to try skating for the very first time.
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Tora Oliphant, who double majors in Microbiology & Immunology and Sociology, has been rallying her peers in support of science and scholarship in Canada. She’s helped organize the “Support the Report” campaign on campus, advocating for the recommendations of Canada’s fundamental science review.
Monday, January 15, 2018
Grad students interested in honing their presentation skills — and taking home cash prizes — are in luck: registration for Dal's annual 3 Minute Thesis competition is now open, with 200 spots available.
Wednesday, January 10, 2018
During their undergrad studies in Texas, Josh Nieves and Sara Dede kept coming across Dalhousie graduates — so they decided to head north to see what all the fuss was about.
Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Whether it's performing as part of the Dalhousie Originals project or helping bring "Dal This Week" to life, Theatre student Andrew Chen has honed his craft through a wide variety of experiences on campus.