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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Friday, October 5, 2012
Ian Heystee aims to freshen up and fundraise for this year's 妻友 United Way Halifax campaign, which kicks off next Wednesday.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Convocation 2012: Fergus Tweedale hasn't looked back since a first-year elective solidified his interest in geology.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Convocation 2012: Laura Boudreau's Masters of Science continues her lifelong love of animals.
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Convocation 2012: Donovan Parks, Phd grad, applies computers and computer science techniques to solve problems in the life sciences.
Monday, October 1, 2012
For the first time, most students are eligible to vote in this fall鈥檚 municipal election, and students are hosting debates, workshops and other events to mobilize the vote.