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A Classic case of curiosity

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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Kenneth Conrad
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.
Anna Wood
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.
Linden Thomas
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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Julia Manoukian
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
Student society profile: Looking to get in a workout while you fly through the air kicking stuff? Sound too good to be true? Not if you hang with the Dragon Rise Tae Kwon Do Society.
Graeme Gunn
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
At the halfway point of their mandates, we check in with the five executive members of the DSU.
Julia Manoukian
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
Everyone gets stressed at some point. But how much do you let stress seep into your daily life, overall well-being, and academic performance?
Asha Katz
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
With a name inspired by Dal's ride home service, the band Tiger Patrol is quickly becoming a familiar face at Dal events. Watch an exclusive performance.
Amani Saini
Friday, November 15, 2013
Dal students took charge at the inaugural Scotiabank Ethics in Action event, which included a case competition, a video and essay contest, and the presentation of the first Scotiabank Ethical Leadership Award.