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, February 12, 2014
When you're a student living off campus, it's important to remember the community around you.
Monday, February 10, 2014
Starting in May, full-time students in Halifax who pay summer term fees will receive a UPass, giving them unlimited use of HRM鈥檚 transit system.
Thursday, February 6, 2014
Last month's LINK event brought together student leaders from across campus to explore ideas for improving the university and its community.
Thursday, February 6, 2014
DalTheatre's production of Bertolt Brecht's "The Good Soul of Szechuan" is a sell-out success.
Wednesday, February 5, 2014
In this year's showdown between residences -- the first to include the Agricultural Campus -- students can track their houses' energy and water savings online, in real time.