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, January 9, 2013
For our first Dal News Top 5 of 2013, we asked the staff at Dalplex for their top tips to keep you on track with your new year's goals.
Monday, December 17, 2012
Thanks to some quick thinking -- and lessons from her studies -- med student Heather Chambers was the first to solve a recent New York Times mystery diagnosis.
Friday, December 7, 2012
Dal students volunteer their time at Out of the Cold, a shelter for Halifax鈥檚 homeless, organized by a group of community leaders, including Social Work prof Jeff Karabanow.
Thursday, December 6, 2012
We talk with some of the hundreds of Dal students who made their way to the DSU's Puppy Room this week.
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
DSU partners with Therapeutic Paws of Canada for exam season "Puppy Room," providing students with four-legged stress relief.