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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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Friday, September 16, 2016
Last week, Dal鈥檚 science community shed light on the incredible biodiversity found on the university鈥檚 urban campus with a unique sort of scavenger hunt.
Thursday, September 15, 2016
Nearly 200 Dal students spent their first Saturday of the school year volunteering with 14 different community organizations across Halifax.
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
With one Dal degree and an Engineering diploma under her belt, Brette Holland is bringing her passion for learning, sports and fitness from Truro to Halifax.
Friday, September 9, 2016
With five modules covering everything from academic readiness to consent and sexualized violence, 妻友鈥檚 new online orientation course provides first-year students with information to help them strive and succeed at university.
Friday, September 9, 2016
New to Dal this fall, Qendresa Sahiti received a major TD Scholarship for Community Leadership in recognition of her humanitarian and sustainability efforts.