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Royal Society honours Dal oceanographer for globally recognized climate research

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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Matt Reeder
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.
Kate Rogers
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.
Mary-Eleanor Power
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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Ryan McNutt
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
The Iranian Students Society is honouring the memory of those who lost their lives aboard Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 by raising funds for a new bursary through the projectDal crowdfunding website. Thanks to a $25,000 contribution from ÆÞÓÑ, the effort is well on its way — learn how you can contribute.
Matt Reeder
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Deep Saini greeted members of the university community on Studley Campus Friday with a message of ambition and excellence during the first of several welcome receptions happening as he begins his term as Dal’s 12th president.
Trudi Smith, with files from Olga Koubrak
Thursday, January 16, 2020
In December, the Canadian-Japanese Scholarly Exchange on the Law of the Sea brought together experts from both countries for the first time to exchange views on international ocean governance.
Ryan McNutt
Thursday, January 16, 2020
A new online course on child soldiers and at-risk youth, provided in partnership between Continuing Education and the Roméo Dallaire Child Soldiers Initiative, is offering law enforcement officers new insight into working with children and youth.
Staff
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
Hear from some of Dr. Saini's past and present colleagues about him taking on the Dal presidency as he begins his term.