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Starting with hello: Dal's newest students build community together
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. Read more.
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Friday, September 4, 2026
With mentors, dedicated gathering spaces and year-round programming, a student-led initiative is helping commuters and renters build community.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Dal's expanded Academic Orientation introduces new students to the skills, supports and strategies that can shape their success long after O-Week ends.
Friday, August 28, 2026
Two Dal Engineering graduates turned co-op placements into careers at a Halifax space company, helping design satellite technology while supporting the next generation of student talent.
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Monday, November 19, 2018
Computer Science student Alicia Wong came to Dal to challenge herself. Now, as president of the Women in Technology Society (WiTS), she's challenging others as well.
Friday, November 16, 2018
The holiday season gets a Dal 200 kickstart this weekend as the university's entry in the Chronicle Herald Parade of Lights — led by students in the School of Architecture — will be accompanied by a special Fountain School soundtrack. Learn more about what's in store.
Thursday, November 8, 2018
For Dal's 200th anniversary year, the Faculty of Computer Science set out to double the number of female students entering its undergrad programs. The Faculty not only met this ambitious goal — it’s just getting started when it comes to increasing diversity in its field.
Wednesday, October 31, 2018
Timed with Halloween, the ÆÞÓÑ Student Union's Trick or Eat is part of a student-led, national campaign targeting food insecurity on campus and in the community by encouraging students to dress up and go door to door seeking donations.
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
Sarah Nersesian may have chosen to study medicine instead of going to art school — but thanks to her scientific illustration business, Designs that Cell, art is never far from her life and work.