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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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Tuesday, April 14, 2015
Masters and PhD students from across the university presented their research last week at the preliminary heats for Dal's Three-Minute Thesis competition. The final round takes place this Thursday night.
Friday, April 10, 2015
Students in the fourth-year Marketing Strategy class have been helping local businesses and non-profits like Neptune Theatre, Freak Lunchbox and the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia develop marketing plans.
Friday, April 10, 2015
The 2014-15 season was a breakthrough year for Dal's curling squad and for student Adam Casey, who skipped for Team PEI at the national men's curling championship.
Wednesday, April 8, 2015
At the annual International Perspectives on Science and Economics conference, more than 70 students from China and Brazil demonstrated their research and communication skills.
Wednesday, April 8, 2015
Nichole Helm brings a new viewpoint to Student Health Services as the clinic's first nurse practitioner.