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, July 17, 2013
Earth Sciences students gained mapping experience with month-long field school in Death Valley.
Monday, July 15, 2013
A DALVision Academic Innovation project introduces seminar courses for first-year students in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) this fall.
Friday, July 5, 2013
Our second in a two-part series focuses on Emily Hanaka who was recently in Kenya, Africa for two and a half weeks with an organization called C.L.O.U.D (Changing Lives through Opportunities and Unified Dreams).
Thursday, July 4, 2013
Dr. Florizone brings an impressive background to the Dalhousie presidency, but here are 11 fun facts you won't find on his resume.
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
Dr. Florizone lays out his plans to get to know the Dal community in the coming weeks, along with the questions that will guide his conversations.