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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, January 28, 2016
Students from Medicine, Health Professions and Dentistry took part in Dal's second annual Health Care Team Challenge, learning to work with each other across disciplines to address patient needs.
Monday, January 25, 2016
Second-year Mechanical Engineering students Gregory MacDonald and Grant Poulain had the opportunity to work with Dal's Electric Vehicle (EV) Lab to lead the coversion of a Toyota Rav4 from gas to electric.
Thursday, January 21, 2016
While an in-game injury has brought her time with the Tigers to a close, the Community Award winner is still doing everything she can to support her teammates.
Wednesday, January 20, 2016
Students from the Rowe School of Business took home the Academic Cup at the prestigious JDCC, the largest undergraduate business case competition in Central/Eastern Canada.
Monday, January 18, 2016
Through the student-run Let's Talk Science group, Dal students are sharing their love of learning with junior and high school students across Nova Scotia.