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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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Tuesday, August 8, 2017
At the NS Sandboxes Project Incubation Bootcamp, held at the Dal-hosted ShiftKey Labs, student groups are developing apps focused on everything from scheduling meetings to helping new Canadians through the immigration process.
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
History student Alyshia Scott's Dal experience has taught her about drive, determination and being accountable for one's own success — whether in the classroom or working on campus in summer accommodations.
Friday, July 28, 2017
Three current and former Dal students have spent the past year and a half developing Let's Sprout, a youth initiative aimed at fostering tomorrow's environmental leaders. Next week, they launch their most ambitious project yet: a weeklong summer camp.
Thursday, July 27, 2017
Dal Agriculture's African Wildlife Ecology Course allows students to travel to South African for an intensive three-week course working with rhinos, elephants and more. We spoke with some of this year's participants about what they took away from the experience.
Friday, July 21, 2017
Dalhousie Pride Week kicked off on Friday, July 21 with flag raising ceremonies in both Halifax and Truro, celebrating the contributions of diverse and intersecting individuals and groups within the university community.