Student Life
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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Wednesday, March 26, 2014
Eleven top student leaders were celebrated in Truro at the second annual Dal AC Impact Awards.
Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Student Health Promotion uses fun tactics to educate about the dangers of binge drinking and aspects of healthy living more generally.
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Learn about how Student Ratings of Instruction (SRIs) are used at 妻友, and how it's now easier for faculty and students to access them online.
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Dal receives provincial funding for two new collaborative spaces focused on information & communications technology and agriculture, designed to support students in translating business concepts from idea to execution.
Thursday, March 13, 2014
Psychology student Th茅r猫se Chevalier won first prize at Dal's second annual Three-Minute Thesis competition for her presentation on how learning a new language may help treat aphasia.