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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
Friday, February 22, 2013
Student-led conference makes a strong debut at Dal.
Ryan McNutt
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
New art installation by CS student Stephen Kelly changes based on real-time data from environmental systems.
Jessica Chisholm
Monday, February 18, 2013
Wearing everything from military fatigues to princess dresses, Dentistry students teamed up to test their skills in dental prosthetics.
Ryan McNutt
Monday, February 18, 2013
Students make their own contribution to the latest offbeat viral video craze with a huge dance-off on the Studley Quad.
Katelynn Northam
Friday, February 15, 2013
To mark the Chinese New Year, Dal's Chinese Studies program hosted a friendly calligraphy competition for students.