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Royal Society honours Dal oceanographer for globally recognized climate research
One of Canada's highest academic honours goes to Dal oceanographer Dr. Katja Fennel for her globally recognized contributions to climate research. Read more.
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Tuesday, September 8, 2026
As it enters a new era, the MacEachen Institute of Public Policy and Governance is expanding its efforts to connect researchers, decision-makers, and communities on pressing national and regional issues.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
As he begins his term as dean, Dr. Saleem Razack discusses social accountability, medical education, and his vision for strengthening health care across the Maritimes and beyond.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Designed around real-world challenges facing firefighters, the program supports professional growth and helps enhance emergency response capacity in communities throughout Nova Scotia.
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Monday, March 14, 2022
Ukraine’s history with the former Soviet Union and its current relationship with the European Union inform how refugees move across borders. While race plays a role, citizenship is also an important factor, write Raluca Bejan and Rene Bogovic.
Monday, March 14, 2022
Resounding: a celebration of the arts, the signature event of Alumni Days 2022, will usher in a new era for the Arts Centre with live performances by artists including Kiefer Sutherland, Jeremy Dutcher and Hillsburn.
Thursday, March 10, 2022
When war broke out in Ukraine, Dal researcher Rita Kostyleva's family there promptly gathered their bags and began the journey to Poland. The help of a Dal colleague's family ensured they had safe haven upon arrival.
“When the headlines die, so do the children”: Takeaways from Cindy Blackstock's Shaar Shalom Lecture
Thursday, March 10, 2022
One of Canada’s leading authorities and advocates on Indigenous issues delivered a talk brimming with heart-wrenching history, major myth busting, and inspired calls to action about the urgent need to put pressure on governments to do more for Indigenous communities.
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
New research sheds light on how Canadian researchers developed a key component of the mRNA COVID-19 vaccines but failed to share it with the world.