Student Life
From wish recipient to wish maker: Dal student launches Make‑A‑Wish society
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. Read more.
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Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Students exchanged ideas, career advice and contacts with employers representing leading organizations from Halifax, Calgary, Toronto and beyond.
Thursday, September 17, 2026
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.
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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Friday, May 29, 2026
After winding paths and pivotal setbacks, Lina Hachemi and Matt Kelvey chart a new course by combining clinical skill, service, and purpose as they launch careers in uniform.
Friday, May 29, 2026
A focus on Indigenous law, community advocacy, and the Weldon Tradition shaped Aaron Tolkamp’s experience at Schulich Law and continues to guide their path into legal practice.
Friday, May 29, 2026
After a cross-country move to Halifax, Sybil Danyk-White found community, leadership opportunities, and a path into public interest law grounded in advocacy and connection.
Friday, May 29, 2026
Dr. Adrian Chan brings a background in teaching to his medical training, carrying forward a deep commitment to understanding patients, mentoring learners, and practising thoughtfully as he begins residency in diagnostic radiology in Nova Scotia.
Friday, May 29, 2026
Doctor of Dental Surgery graduate Vanessa Dairo‑Singerr is heading to a hospital-based residency, building on years of academic excellence and community service to expand care for patients with complex health needs.