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, February 16, 2022
Master's student and Board of Governors' Award winner Erica Seeleman works day after day to create positive change — whether for fellow students at Dal or in her field of research.
Monday, February 7, 2022
Who will emerge the greenest? That's the challenge behind Dal's annual two-week residence sustainability competition — now in its 10th year.
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Dalhousie’s Bissett Student Success Centre has launched the Academic Exploration Series for the month of February.
Monday, January 31, 2022
After more than three decades of service to the community, Drs. Katherine Robinson and Cathy Connell are retiring from family practice and welcoming a new group of family physicians into Dalhousie's Student Health & Wellness Centre.
Monday, January 31, 2022
Lunar New Year, one of the world's largest annual holidays, gets underway this week around the world. Learn how some members of the Dal community are celebrating.