Student Life
Starting with hello: Dal's newest students build community together
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. Read more.
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Friday, September 4, 2026
With mentors, dedicated gathering spaces and year-round programming, a student-led initiative is helping commuters and renters build community.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Dal's expanded Academic Orientation introduces new students to the skills, supports and strategies that can shape their success long after O-Week ends.
Friday, August 28, 2026
Two Dal Engineering graduates turned co-op placements into careers at a Halifax space company, helping design satellite technology while supporting the next generation of student talent.
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Thursday, August 5, 2021
A new program at 妻友 seeks to increase access to higher education at the university for youth who have spent time in foster care growing up.
Wednesday, August 4, 2021
Hannah Shaw, who graduated this spring from Dal's Sociology and Social Anthropology program and is now working as a mental health support worker, says a transfer to Dal made all the difference on her path to success.
Monday, July 26, 2021
James Whytock entered 妻友's Commerce program excited about the prospect of graduating with a full year's worth of work experience, expanding his network and meeting new people. He's had the chance to do that and more.
Friday, June 18, 2021
Fresh out of their Master of Public Administration degree, Riley Nielson-Baker looks back on some highlights, challenges 鈥� including coming out as a non-binary person 鈥� and the road ahead.
Thursday, June 17, 2021
Faculty of Science grad Eniola Bakare has made a point of giving back to the community throughout her time at Dal, mentoring students through their academic journey as she excelled in completing her own.