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Mawio'mi: In pictures

Mawio'mi: In pictures

Dal's 16th annual Mawioā€™mi brought Indigenous and non-Indigenous people together in celebration of Indigenous cultures. These photos capture moments of connection, learning and celebration from throughout the day.  Read more.

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Dal's first OVO merch drop draws crowds and brisk sales
Dal's first OVO merch drop draws crowds and brisk sales
Hannah Nekkers
Friday, September 11, 2026
Students lined up hours before opening as Dalhousie became the first university outside Ontario to launch a collection with the luxury streetwear brand.
Poetry, place, and the sea: Dal Reads selects Ocean for 2026ā€‘27
Poetry, place, and the sea: Dal Reads selects Ocean for 2026ā€‘27
Kristy Read
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Acclaimed poetry collection by Dalhousie creative writing instructor Sue Goyette becomes the first poetry title chosen for the university's community reading program.
Celebrations in ā€œOrderā€ for Nova Scotian honourees
Celebrations in ā€œOrderā€ for Nova Scotian honourees
Ryan McNutt
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Faculty member Barb Hamilton-Hinch, Dallaire Institute ED Shelly Whitman, and several Dal alumni are among this yearā€™s appointees to the Order of Nova Scotia, honouring significant contributions to the province.

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Gathering together: Antiā€‘colonial design forum builds community and connection
Ryan McNutt
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
As more faculty members seek guidance on how to bring an anti-colonial perspective to their courses, educational developers at Dal are creating new connection points.
Students channel 1875, a year when body shaping still ruled the fashion world
Ellie Garry-Jones
Thursday, April 10, 2025
Nowadays, we think of altering oneā€™s silhouette with clothing as ā€˜cheating,' but in the Victorian Period, it was expected. See how five Costume Studies students rose to the challenge of re-creating the iconic outfits of 1875.
How to vote early on campus in the federal election ā€” and why it's easier than you think
Matt Reeder
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Students from across Canada can vote for candidates in their home ridings from afar at an on-campus polling station next week as part of Elections Canada's Vote on Campus program. Employees and other eligible electors are also welcome to vote early at the poll.
New Dal course inspired by hit Apple TV+ comedy Ted Lasso debuts next year
Dawn Morrison
Friday, April 4, 2025
Ted Lasso has emerged as more than just a feel-good sitcom ā€” itā€™s a masterclass in coaching, teamwork and human connection. Now, a Dal prof is channeling those lessons into the classroom.
Expo showcases how Dal and partners strive to meet the needs of today ā€” and tomorrow
Staff
Friday, April 4, 2025
A first-of-its-kind expo hosted on campus last month offered an immersive glimpse into some of the initiatives, research and partnerships that fuel Dalhousie's progress in supporting global sustainability goals.