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A Classic case of curiosity
A lifelong fascination with Ancient Greece led Mars Semenova to pair computer science with classics, discovering unexpected connections between coding, language, and game development. Read more.
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Tuesday, October 20, 2026
After wrapping up his undergraduate science degree over the summer, Steven Mata went straight into dental school at Dal in pursuit of his dream career.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
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.
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, 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.
Wednesday, November 8, 2017
Dalmazing 2.0, a large-scale interprofessional education last month, brought together students from more than 20 different health professions to dive deeper into understanding the bias and stigma surrounding obesity.
Tuesday, November 7, 2017
Christina Elgee, nurse manager for Dalhousie Student Health & Wellness, is more than just a supportive on-campus health care worker — she's a mentor to dozens of Dal Nursing students each year. That's why she's this year's recipient of the Canadian Nursing Students’ Association Award for the Recognition of Preceptors and Mentors.
Monday, November 6, 2017
Malaysian students Justin Yeoh, Pui Li Lai and Khai Shuen Kuu are discovering Halifax, Canada and the North American dental profession more generally thanks to a new partnership between the Faculty of Dentistry and the International Medical University in Kuala Lumpur.