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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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Jennifer Moore
Thursday, July 31, 2014
This year's Electrical and Computer Engineering Robotics Competition was pirate-themed, with student-built robots hunting lost treasure through an obstacle course.
Ryan McNutt
Wednesday, July 23, 2014
The Dal community gathered to bid a fond farewell to the vice-president Student Services, who is retiring this summer.
Kevin Bradley
Friday, July 4, 2014
From advocacy to student representation, Ramz Aziz is keen to keep students connected with the union – and with one another.
Amani Saini
Wednesday, July 2, 2014
Amanda Carey, this year's recipient of Dal's Award for Student Leadership in Global Health, is committed to considering health care on the world stage.
Graeme Gunn
Monday, June 23, 2014
The arrival of Student Health Services, Counselling Services and Student Health Promotion to the LeMarchant Mixed-Use Building signals a new era of student-focused health.