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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, March 16, 2017
Get to know Heather Doyle, who as senior advisor, student success, collaborates with faculty and staff across the university to help students achieve their goals — in and out of the classroom.
Tuesday, March 14, 2017
Two Faculty of Engineering students are being celebrated for major awards this month: Cathleen Lupien is the first Canadian to receive the Kelly Services Inc. Future Engineers Scholarship, while PhD student Ph.D. student Zohrehsadat Asaee has been awarded the Amelia Earhart Fellowship.
Tuesday, March 14, 2017
With LEGO, a rover and team spirit, a student team from the Faculty of Agriculture won the Junior Design category at this year’s Canadian Engineering Competition.
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
Celeste Williams has seen first-hand the impact of improved dental care in her North Preston community — and wants to be part of continuing to improve oral care in Nova Scotia.
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
When Greg Johannson first came to the Schulich School of Law five years ago, he brought with him an addiction to drugs and alcohol. After fighting his way to now living clean, the third-year student is eager to help others know they’re not alone — and that, with support, recovery is possible.