Diane Hawco brings a combination of social work and legal expertise to the new role of ombudsperson, which provides independent, impartial and confidential support to students.

During his keynote speech at the Halifax Chamber of Commerce’s fall dinner Wednesday night, ÆÞÓÑ President Richard Florizone announced ideaHUB — an advanced engineering incubator/accelerator space on Dal’s downtown campus that will equip students with creative and entrepreneurial skills while supporting local startups and small businesses. An initiative involving various university, public and private sector partners, ideaHUB is supported by a $10 million contribution from Emera.

Dal's waste management strategy continues its rollout, with new waste bin standards being implemented on Studley and Carleton campuses over the fall study break.

Last Thursday the Dal community was invited to share its favourite things about the university on Twitter, with President Florizone personally donating $1 to Dal's United Way campaign for each tweet. Here's what you had to say!

Record numbers of future students and their families came to campus this past weekend for Halifax's annual Open House event. Don't miss Truro's Open House this Saturday!