Student Life
Award‑winning student essay asks what fractures community — and why showing up can help build it
Mia Mackenzie, a Master of Social Work student, earned top honours in Dal’s Glovin Award for an essay urging people to resist division by showing up and staying accountable to community. Read more.
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Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Psychology student and varsity basketball player Melina Collins is this year's recipient of the Dr. Anne Marie Ryan Community Growth Award, recognized for her work bringing athletes and young learners together through a literacy mentorship program.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
As exams and deadlines converge, the Killam and other campus libraries become places of problem‑solving, empathy, and practical help, highlighting how support services carry students through critical academic moments.
Thursday, March 26, 2026
This year’s Dal Board of Governors winners show how purposeful action creates lasting change. Get to know more now about how they are doing so.
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Monday, October 7, 2013
"Everything you learn leads to another question."
Friday, October 4, 2013
Dal’s School of Health Sciences hosted an Olympic-style showdown to demonstrate how teamwork makes all the difference in health care.
Thursday, October 3, 2013
The legacy of Terry Fox brings Dal students out in support of cancer research.
Friday, September 27, 2013
Next Wednesday Dal hosts its fourth-annual Mawio'mi (or "powwow"), a celebration of aboriginal heritage and Mi'kmaq culture that's one of the most colourful campus events.
Friday, September 27, 2013
October 4th Installation ceremony will feature Dr. Florizone’s first major address as president and a panel discussion with university presidents from around the world.