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A Classic case of curiosity
A lifelong fascination with Ancient Greece led this graduating student 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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Monday, June 5, 2023
Zoë Smith reflects back on the tight-knit community she discovered in Dal Engineering.
Friday, June 2, 2023
Management grad Sophika Dmytryshyn struggled in her first year, but developing better study habits and connecting with her professors and support staff helped her find her groove and thrive as a student leader.
Friday, June 2, 2023
Lauren Agnew leveraged her strengths to undertake Dal's combined Juris Doctor and MBA degree, setting her up to work at the intersection of law and business.
Friday, June 2, 2023
Dalhousie disability advocates reflect on the importance of creating conversation during National AccessAbility Week and taking actionable steps towards positive change through the university’s Accessibility Plan.
Friday, June 2, 2023
Schulich Law's Marine & Environmental Law Institute inspired B.C.-born Kieran Simpson to relocate to Canada's East Coast to continue his education.