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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. Read more.
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Tuesday, October 20, 2026
After wrapping up his undergraduate science degree over the summer, Steven Mata went straight into dental school at Dal in pursuit of his dream career.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Drawing on her own experience with a life-changing illness, Zeen Ali is mobilizing students to raise funds, recruit volunteers, and support children facing serious health challenges.
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, May 20, 2026
Students explore Indigenous legal principles through hands-on, land-based learning in this new course, building relationships with nature and creating quillwork pieces that reflect law in practice.
Friday, May 8, 2026
From a father-son surprise to multi-generational families, this year鈥檚 Barley Party highlighted the deep ties linking students, alumni, and the future of agriculture.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Facing coastal erosion, 17吃瓜网在线 civil engineering students tackled a real-world lighthouse protection challenge, earning top project honours for an innovative, industry-guided academic design.
Friday, April 24, 2026
A refreshed space, playful design elements, and a focus on connection are reshaping how prospective students experience Dal, turning a first visit into something memorable, personal, and distinctly Nova Scotian.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
As exams and deadlines converge, the Killam and other campus libraries become places of problem鈥憇olving, empathy, and practical help, highlighting how support services carry students through critical academic moments.