Student Life
What new Dal students couldn't leave behind
From Lego flowers and a chewed Nerf dart to treasured gifts and childhood keepsakes, new Dal students share the meaningful items helping residence feel like home. Read more.
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Friday, September 11, 2026
The annual return of students brings renewed energy to campus. Explore the scale of move-in through photos and key stats.
Friday, September 4, 2026
With mentors, dedicated gathering spaces and year-round programming, a student-led initiative is helping commuters and renters build community.
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, March 27, 2014
The beloved astronaut will meet with Dal’s first-place Movember team and deliver a lecture, open to the Dal community, during his visit on Monday, April 7.
Thursday, March 27, 2014
Meet this year's Board of Governors Award winners — six outstanding students who, through their efforts, have made Dalhousie a better place to study and play.
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
A capacity crowd helped celebrate Dal's top student leaders at the third annual Impact Awards.
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
Eleven top student leaders were celebrated in Truro at the second annual Dal AC Impact Awards.
Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Student Health Promotion uses fun tactics to educate about the dangers of binge drinking and aspects of healthy living more generally.