Student Life
Award‑winning student essay asks what fractures community — and why showing up can help build it
Mia Mackenzie, a Master of Social Work student, earned top honours in Dal’s Glovin Award for an essay urging people to resist division by showing up and staying accountable to community. 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, April 22, 2026
As exams and deadlines converge, the Killam and other campus libraries become places of problem‑solving, empathy, and practical help, highlighting how support services carry students through critical academic moments.
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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Friday, November 3, 2023
The Faculty of Computer Science unveiled its new space in downtown Halifax last month, a state-of-the-art venue intended to meet the needs of one of Dal's fastest-growing Faculties.
Friday, October 27, 2023
Management Career Services attracted a record number of students and employer partners for an evening of professional discovery last month. Take a look back at the photo highlights.
Monday, October 16, 2023
The Senator Don Oliver Scholarship, created with a $1-million gift from friend and entrepreneur Wade Dawe, will provide financial support as well as access to mentoring advice to African Nova Scotian students.
Friday, October 13, 2023
Yara Ahmed always knew computer science was right for her, but Dal's Applied Computer Science program provided more opportunities than she ever expected.
Thursday, October 12, 2023
This year, Dalhousie placed in the top five among its cohort for six indicators — twice that of last year.