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Moving through winter: How a beginner run club program is building community at Dal

Moving through winter: How a beginner run club program is building community at Dal

Dal students are finding motivation and friendship through a relaxed run/walk program that prioritizes showing up, moving together, and making fitness feel more welcoming.  Read more.

Featured News

Linden Thomas
Thursday, January 22, 2026
Grounded by a lifelong love of running, Dal MBA grad Jacob Benoit earns a prestigious U SPORTS Top 8 Academic All‑Canadian award recognizing his athletic and academic dedication.
Graduate Studies
Monday, January 19, 2026
A doctoral student shares how a travel grant and academic training boosted her research momentum and opened doors to connect her work with wider audiences.
Matt Reeder
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
From varsity swimming to ocean-tech entrepreneurship, Isaac Bahler’s path to Oxford reflects a passion for turning climate research into real-world solutions.

Archives - Student Life

Rosalie Fralick
Tuesday, September 9, 2014
Student writer Rosalie Fralick takes in some of the major events and activities of Orientation Week 2014, which introduced new students to everything the Dal community has to offer.
Rosalie Fralick
Friday, September 5, 2014
Thousands of new students arrived on campus Sunday, eager and excited to start their university adventure.
Ryan McNutt
Thursday, September 4, 2014
The newly renamed LeMarchant Place celebrates its grand opening, offering state-of-the-art residence space and bringing many of Dal's key services for students together under one roof.
Ryan McNutt
Thursday, August 28, 2014
This week the Dal community and the university’s neighbours were able to tour the new LeMarchant Mixed-Use Building in advance of its official opening, exploring the residence spaces and services available to students.
Ryan McNutt
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Dal research offers insights into the struggles perfectionistic students can face in their first year at university, and how friendships and getting involved on campus can make a big difference.