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A Classic case of curiosity

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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Kenneth Conrad
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.
Anna Wood
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.
Linden Thomas
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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Margaret MacQuarrie
Thursday, November 3, 2022
How the Faculty of Management prepared this student for life after Dal. 'It was a rollercoaster ride.'
Kenneth Conrad
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Anastasia Forbes graduates this fall with a Bachelor of Science in actuarial science and a minor in gender and women’s studies. Having overcome some challenges along the way, she looks forward to starting her career in her chosen field.
Kenneth Conrad
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Marine biology grad Mykola Prus struggled a bit during his final semesters at Dal as his mind shifted to thoughts of his family back home, but as he crosses the stage this week with his parents cheering him on in person, he's shifted his thinking to the future.
Genevieve MacIntyre
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Kris George's master's research on class conflict in the gig economy emerged out of his undergraduate studies at Dal — and his passion for the topic kept him motivated through some precarious moments on the path to graduation.
Becca Rawcliffe
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.