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What new Dal students couldn't leave behind

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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Matt Reeder and Alexa Cude
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.
Ellie Garry-Jones
Friday, September 4, 2026
With mentors, dedicated gathering spaces and year-round programming, a student-led initiative is helping commuters and renters build community.
Linden Thomas
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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Ryan McNutt
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Michael Mackley becomes ÆÞÓÑ's 88th Rhodes Scholar and will get to further his passion for medical research next year at Oxford University.
Marie Visca
Monday, December 2, 2013
Dal's Interprofessional Health Education (IPHE) initiative has been bringing students and community members together to discuss LGBTQ experiences in the health-care system, with the acclaimed documentary "Gen Silent" as the conversation starter.
Amani Saini
Friday, November 29, 2013
"Insights to Success": How Indian student Priyanka Varkey discovered her passions at ÆÞÓÑ.
Ryan McNutt
Friday, November 29, 2013
A phased approach to fitness revitalization at Dal would begin with a new facility on South Street, incorporating new cardio and strength facilities, group fitness studios and more.
Geoffrey Smith
Thursday, November 28, 2013
Michelin has been offering Dal students hands-on co-op experiences for more than 30 years.