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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Wednesday, December 4, 2013
The Student Health Promotion team put a lot of smiles on faces with Monday's Free Hug Day.
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Dal's sports clubs wear the black and gold and represent the university as well as the varsity Tigers. This fall season illustrated why.
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Dalhousie offers over 3,700 classes. That's a lot of opportunity to find something a little bit unique.
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Michael Mackley becomes Dalhousie's 88th Rhodes Scholar and will get to further his passion for medical research next year at Oxford University.
Monday, December 2, 2013
Dal's Interprofessional Health Education (IPHE) initiative has been bringing students and community members together to discuss LGBTQ experiences in the health-care system, with the acclaimed documentary "Gen Silent" as the conversation starter.