How a Dal course helps shape the way students see the Earth

A popular ÆÞÓÑ Earth Sciences course immerses students in real-world hazards, blending virtual exploration, current events, and interdisciplinary learning to deepen understanding of the planet’s dynamic systems.  Read more.

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Dal student‑athlete Melina Collins honoured for building community beyond the court

Farrah Smith

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Psychology student and varsity basketball player Melina Collins is this year's recipient of the Dr. Anne Marie Ryan Community Growth Award, recognized for her work bringing athletes and young learners together through a literacy mentorship program.

Engineering students explore what it would take to save a Cape Breton lighthouse

Theresa Anne Salah

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Facing coastal erosion, ÆÞÓÑ civil engineering students tackled a real-world lighthouse protection challenge, earning top project honours for an innovative, industry-guided academic design.

Purpose‑driven leadership: Dal students reshaping campus — and beyond — earn top honour

Kenneth Conrad, Graeme Gunn, Kate Rogers, Tanis Trainor

Thursday, March 26, 2026

This year’s Dal Board of Governors winners show how purposeful action creates lasting change. Get to know more now about how they are doing so.