Student Life
From wish recipient to wish maker: Dal student launches Make‑A‑Wish society
Drawing on her own experience with a life-changing illness, Zeen Ali is mobilizing students to raise funds, recruit volunteers, and support children facing serious health challenges. Read more.
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Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Students exchanged ideas, career advice and contacts with employers representing leading organizations from Halifax, Calgary, Toronto and beyond.
Thursday, September 17, 2026
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.
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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Friday, November 28, 2025
For the sixth year in a row, Dal is leading a coalition of Nova Scotia post-secondary institutions in raising money to support student food security.
Thursday, November 27, 2025
DalOpera brings Louisa May Alcott’s classic Little Women to life at the Fountain School this week in Mark Adamo’s moving adaptation, exploring love, loss, and growth through a coming-of-age story following four sisters.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
From varsity swimming to ocean-tech entrepreneurship, Isaac Bahler’s path to Oxford reflects a passion for turning climate research into real-world solutions.
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Dalhousie has doubled down on its strengths, launching a new campaign centred on how its unique size, diverse programs, and East Coast setting offer students the perfect balance of choice and personalized experience.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
It's Convocation season at Dalhousie, with hundreds of graduates crossing the stage Oct. 28 and 29 in Halifax. Get to know some of them with our grad profile series.