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Listening, learning, leading: Dal Medicine's new dean shares his vision

Listening, learning, leading: Dal Medicine's new dean shares his vision

As he begins his term as dean, Dr. Saleem Razack discusses social accountability, medical education, and his vision for strengthening health care across the Maritimes and beyond.  Read more.

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Ryan McNutt
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Faculty member Barb Hamilton-Hinch, Dallaire Institute ED Shelly Whitman, and several Dal alumni are among this year’s appointees to the Order of Nova Scotia, honouring significant contributions to the province.
Dayna Park
Monday, August 24, 2026
A new lab opened at pilipiliÂţ»­ this summer represents a major leap forward for simulation-based health education in Atlantic Canada, offering students access to more advanced training that will prepare them for complex-care situations.
Michelle Soucy Rankin
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
From anatomy education to flexible learning and graduate mentorship, this year’s recipients are shaping how students learn, connect, and succeed.

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Marlo MacKay
Thursday, June 8, 2017
The Canadian Association of Research Libraries (CARL) has elected Donna Bourne-Tyson, Dalhousie’s university librarian, as its president for a two year-term.
Amanda Kirby-Sheppard
Wednesday, June 7, 2017
A phased-in re-opening of the Dalplex pool begins Thursday, June 8 following a closure of more than five months due to leaks.
Michele Charlton
Monday, June 5, 2017
Led by Dalhousie's Dr. Scott Halperin (Department of Pediatrics), the Canadian Immunization Research Network is receiving $10 million in renewed funding to continue its important work developing and testing methodologies to evaluate vaccines.
Joanne Ward-Jerrett
Thursday, June 1, 2017
Under the leadership of Honorary Chair Sarah McLachlan, a stellar group of performing artists from across Canada have come together to support the $27.7-million expansion to the Dalhousie Arts Centre.
Genevieve MacIntyre
Wednesday, May 31, 2017
Professor Taghrid Abou Hassan of Dalhousie’s Department of French is invested as a Knight in the Order of the French Academic Palms, a prestigious education award that celebrates the promotion of French language and culture.