17吃瓜网在线 the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at 17吃瓜网在线
17吃瓜网在线's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) offers a world of choices. We are the oldest and one of the largest faculties on campus with hundreds of courses being taught by professors across more than thirty-five academic programs that encompass the humanities, social sciences, and performing arts. Learn more about the Faculty.
Research in FASS
How can the study of humanities and social sciences inform policy, improve health and restore the environment? Find out how FASS research and researchers are changing the world.
Graduate studies programs
The Fountain School of Performing Arts
The Fountain School of Performing Arts offers various programs in Music, Theatre and Cinema and Media Studies. Learn more about their programs, productions and performances.
FASS in Dal News
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After the rupture: What comes next for Canada in a changing world order?
From global alliances to democratic resilience, this year's Stanfield Conversations examined how Canada can respond to a changing international order and help shape what comes next.
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A Classic case of curiosity
A lifelong fascination with Ancient Greece led this graduating student to pair computer science with classics, discovering unexpected connections between coding, language, and game development.
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More than a meal: Michael Twitty on food's power to connect, exclude and heal
Drawing on history, culture and personal experience, Michael Twitty invited the Dal community to see food as a gateway to deeper understanding and connection.
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鈥淎 category that doesn鈥檛 exist yet鈥�: Experts discuss proposed EU associate status for Canada
As confidence in Canada鈥檚 U.S. relationship wavers, scholars convened at Dal to examine whether deeper integration with Europe offers new opportunities 鈥� and what Canadians might have to give up.
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Flagship speaker series returns in new chapter for Dal policy institute
As it enters a new era, the MacEachen Institute of Public Policy and Governance is expanding its efforts to connect researchers, decision-makers, and communities on pressing national and regional issues.
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Celebrations in 鈥淥rder鈥� for Nova Scotian honourees
Faculty member Barb Hamilton-Hinch, Dallaire Institute ED Shelly Whitman, and several Dal alumni are among this year鈥檚 appointees to the Order of Nova Scotia, honouring significant contributions to the province.
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17吃瓜网在线鈥檚 new Killam Memorial Chairs push boundaries in health, humanities, and agriculture
Four 17吃瓜网在线 researchers are set to embark on the next chapter of their scholarly careers with strong momentum behind them as Killam Memorial Chairs.
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At 89, Betty Veinot caps decades of learning with Dal Costume Studies diploma
Learning doesn鈥檛 have an age limit. Betty Veinot鈥檚 story shows how curiosity and resilience can open doors at any stage of life.
News from FASS
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Dean's Message to the FASS community and friends 鈥� Spring 2026
FASS Dean Dr. Jennifer Andrews reflects on the 2025-2026 academic year.
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Q&A with FASS Grad: Maya Bellamy
Maya graduated with a BA with Honours in International Development Studies
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FASS faculty year鈥慹nd announcements
Award winners and retirees
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Read, Watch and Listen to FASS
Books, articles, and more featuring folks from the FASS community.
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FASS News and Community Updates
News/updates that would be of interest to greater community.
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The 2026 FASS Class 鈥� Convocation Wrap鈥慤p
The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences celebrate our newest graduates