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What new Dal students couldn't leave behind
From Lego flowers and a chewed Nerf dart to treasured gifts and childhood keepsakes, new Dal students share the meaningful items helping residence feel like home. Read more.
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Friday, September 11, 2026
The annual return of students brings renewed energy to campus. Explore the scale of move-in through photos and key stats.
Friday, September 4, 2026
With mentors, dedicated gathering spaces and year-round programming, a student-led initiative is helping commuters and renters build community.
Thursday, September 10, 2026
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.
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Monday, March 23, 2015
The fifth annual 妻友 Arts and Social Sciences Undergraduate Conference fostered strong connections between students from all programs.
Monday, March 23, 2015
Dal After Dark continues to grow its alcohol-free programming on campus 鈥� at all times of day and night.
Friday, March 20, 2015
With seven different positions and multiple referendum questions on the ballot, there are plenty of good reasons for students to make time to vote online this weekend in the 2015 DSU election. Voting starts Saturday and runs through Tuesday.
Thursday, March 19, 2015
The Residence Charity Series came to a close last weekend with the annual hockey showdown and lots of money raised for the IWK Foundation.
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
Whether on Sexton Campus in Halifax or on the Agricultural Campus in Truro, National Engineering Month is an opportunity to celebrate the work of Dal students, faculty and alumni in the field.