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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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Wednesday, May 24, 2017
Dalhousie Medical School’s new Service Learning Program, which just completed its first year, pairs second-year Medicine students with community partners to link classroom learning with real-world impact.
Thursday, May 18, 2017
Student leaders from Dal's Dentistry and Dental Hygiene programs hosted an open house earlier this month to launch the Dentistry Building’s renovated student lounge — a space meant to welcome and invite a diverse range of students.
Friday, May 12, 2017
Six Dalhousie students are soon departing for Tanzania and St. Vincent and the Grenadines to spend the summer working on innovative research projects with local organizations.
Friday, May 12, 2017
Kelsey Torak wanted to be a veterinarian from the age of 5, but it wasn’t until she discovered Aquaculture studies at Dal that she found her career path.
Friday, May 12, 2017
Holly Fisher, Agriculture class valedictorian, has found her voice at Dalhousie through programs like the Cultiv8 sandbox, starting her own business (3Meals) and discovering what’s possible through teaching and research.