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Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Launched in 2022 to expand access for Indigenous and African Nova Scotian students, Dal's Inclusive Pathways to Medical Professions program marks a major milestone this spring with its first graduates. Get to know some of the students shaping what comes next.
Friday, June 5, 2026
Learning doesn’t have an age limit. Betty Veinot’s story shows how curiosity and resilience can open doors at any stage of life.
Friday, May 29, 2026
New updates added daily throughout Dalhousie's Spring Convocation 2026.
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Wednesday, February 22, 2017
Collaborating with NSCAD students, Medicine student Saif Syed is working on a project to develop a better hospital gown for both patients and health-care providers.
Friday, February 17, 2017
This month’s Summer Job and Career Fair was just one way that Dal's Career and Leadership Development Centre connects students with the opportunities and skills to succeed in the job market.
Friday, February 17, 2017
Lindell Smith, Candy Palmater, Rebecca Thomas and Samantha Nutt were just some of the speakers who inspired students with their presentations at last weekend's Dal Lead! conference.
Thursday, February 16, 2017
Engineering student Bai Bintou Kaira, originally from the Gambia, has made her mark in campus and community life, from serving as president of the Dalhousie African Student Association to mentoring youth with the Imhotep’s Legacy Academy.
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Not every first-year student gets their university experience off on the right foot. That’s why there’s Bounce Back, a new pilot program launched this year to help students rebound from poor first-term grades and develop strategies for academic success.