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A Classic case of curiosity

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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Kenneth Conrad
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.
Anna Wood
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.
Linden Thomas
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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Kathryn Morse
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
Students from across health disciplines took part in a day-long exercise this past weekend to help them learn how to deal with challenging patients.
Paige Black
Monday, February 29, 2016
Mental Health Awareness Week (February 29 to March 4) brings together student groups and university offices to bring attention and focus to mental health and wellness.
Stephanie Rogers
Friday, February 26, 2016
Affectionately known as “Duckie” to his friends on the Ag Campus, Josh Kelly is a fourth generation duck farmer and a natural leader.
Miriam Breslow
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
Each year, Dal's Corporate Residency MBA students take part in an unstructured real-time simulation, one that allows them to step into the shoes of executives dealing with a real-life business crisis.
Peter Reimer
Friday, February 19, 2016
Getting to know Philip Shea, new to Dalhousie and to Halifax, who has spent has spent 25 years working in higher education and international development around the world.