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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, November 17, 2017
Nearly a dozen Architecture students have been hard at work over the last few weeks crafting their unconventional entry for Halifax's annual Holiday Parade of Lights.
Friday, November 17, 2017
At Dal's Indigenous Student Centre, students like Ali Barnaby, Karlee Johnson and William Johnson are helping plan and coordinate programming that’s building a stronger sense of community on campus.
Thursday, November 16, 2017
Tanaka Shumba and Juliana Gomes Pontes are part of the Stay Connected Mental Health Project, which gives Dalhousie and King’s students in Halifax the opportunity to meet with other students who can provide safe mental health advice and support.
Thursday, November 16, 2017
Jordan Boudreau knew he was interested in a medical degree, but didn't know how to get there. His journey through Dalhousie, with the help of his professors, has led him exactly where he wanted to be.
Thursday, November 9, 2017
Q-Life, launched last month, is a new online program free to all Dal and King's students that supports skill development in helping to manage feelings of being overwhelmed, anxious and stressed.