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How a Dal course helps shape the way students see the Earth
A popular Dalhousie Earth Sciences course immerses students in real-world hazards, blending virtual exploration, current events, and interdisciplinary learning to deepen understanding of the planet’s dynamic systems. Read more.
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Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Psychology student and varsity basketball player Melina Collins is this year's recipient of the Dr. Anne Marie Ryan Community Growth Award, recognized for her work bringing athletes and young learners together through a literacy mentorship program.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Facing coastal erosion, Dalhousie civil engineering students tackled a real-world lighthouse protection challenge, earning top project honours for an innovative, industry-guided academic design.
Thursday, March 26, 2026
This year’s Dal Board of Governors winners show how purposeful action creates lasting change. Get to know more now about how they are doing so.
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Thursday, July 4, 2024
Claire Moser and Magdelena Klunder, Dal's first-ever recipients of the McCall MacBain International Fellowship, will have a chance to learn a language, immerse themselves in a new country and culture, and build international connections over the next year.
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Dalhousie scaled new heights against nearly 2,000 other universities in this year's rankings, placing in the top 20 globally for its work in support of life below water, top 30 globally for zero hunger, and top 50 for life on land.
Friday, May 31, 2024
Graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Medical Sciences, Aaliyah Arab-Smith has her sights set on attending medical school and being a leader in the African Nova Scotian community.
Friday, May 31, 2024
Almas Anwar Hussain Shaikh says entering Dal's Master of Applied Computer Science program was one of the best decisions she's ever made. Finding a supportive tech community in Halifax was the gravy.
Thursday, May 30, 2024
Manar Elgamil began her computer science studies from afar during the pandemic. When she finally arrived in Halifax, she dove in headfirst and became a passionate advocate for supporting women in tech.