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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Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Computer Science grads Zaaheda Islam and Olivia Handspiker managed to engage students and grow the Women in Technology Society, even in the midst of a global pandemic.
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Roger Crowe's recently completed two-year Certificate in Technology Education program enriches his teaching practice and builds on his earlier degree in Biology Tech from the Nova Scotia Agricultural College, now known Dal's Faculty of Agriculture.
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Bachelor of Dental Hygiene grad Sijie – Jessie – Yang has learned that there's far more to dental hygiene than clinical care and believes her interest in research will deepen the care she is able to provide patients.
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
For Katie Siri-Ngammuang, an MSc in Occupational Therapy provided a pathway to a career she's been passionate about pursuing for a long time.
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Read profiles of just some of our outstanding new graduates from Fall Convocation 2022.