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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Friday, January 25, 2013
With the exchange application deadline nearing, we sat down with two students who share a study abroad connection: a student from Kyungpook National University in South Korea spending her semester at Dal, and a Dal student who’s done the reverse trip.
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Dal will host the East Coast Student Leadership Conference from February 15-17; register now to attend.
Thursday, January 10, 2013
Undergrads can mix and match from more than 60 minor programs in FASS, Science and at King’s starting in 2013-14.
Wednesday, January 9, 2013
For our first Dal News Top 5 of 2013, we asked the staff at Dalplex for their top tips to keep you on track with your new year's goals.
Monday, December 17, 2012
Thanks to some quick thinking -- and lessons from her studies -- med student Heather Chambers was the first to solve a recent New York Times mystery diagnosis.