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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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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.
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.
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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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.
Friday, December 7, 2012
Dal students volunteer their time at Out of the Cold, a shelter for Halifax’s homeless, organized by a group of community leaders, including Social Work prof Jeff Karabanow.