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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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Wednesday, February 26, 2014
You're refreshed from study break; now it's time for the final push of the school year. So where are you going to study?
Monday, February 24, 2014
Insights to Success: Anne of Green Gables inspired Maygan Forbes to come to the Maritimes from London, England. What she found was a welcoming, supportive community.
Friday, February 21, 2014
We chat with the student who organized a surprise ice sculpture that attracted plenty of onlookers during study break.
Thursday, February 20, 2014
Dal's Black Student Advising Centre celebrated African Nova Scotian youth at a public discussion earlier this month.
Wednesday, February 19, 2014
Student-athlete Kristy McGregor-Bales reports from her volunteer experience at the 2014 Olympic Winter Games.