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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, May 13, 2014
Jewish student groups raise funds for new defibrillator machine, now installed and operational in the Killam Atrium.
Friday, May 9, 2014
Agriculture grad Jessica Compagnon always had her heart set on studying in Truro and on working with animals.
Friday, May 9, 2014
Dal Engineering's supermileage car team took home an impressive fourth-place finish at last weekend's Shell Eco-marathon in Houston, Texas.
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Insights to Success: How Indian student Karthikeyan Damodaran went from a Dal newcomer to an award-winning leader in campus life.
Friday, April 11, 2014
Students showed off their innovative digital creations at the third annual Dalhousie App Challenge.