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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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Ryan McNutt
Tuesday, July 26, 2016
The Dalhousie community contributed more than 1,000 kg of much-needed food supplies to Feed Nova Scotia, responding to the organization's urgent call for donations.
Matt Reeder
Friday, July 22, 2016
Recent Dal Computer Science grad Kardam Tiwari wants you to forget your passwords — for good. His startup SWAP Innovations, which recently completed the LaunchPad Dal accelerator program, is developing a method for authenticating online transactions using fingerprints.
Ryan McNutt
Thursday, July 21, 2016
Dal is currently planning and fundraising for a 37,000-square-foot expansion to the Dalhousie Arts Centre, one that will add much-needed academic and community space while helping support the expanded scope and vision of the Fountain School of Performing Arts.
Ryan McNutt
Thursday, July 14, 2016
Aligned with Pride celebrations in both Halifax and Truro, members of the Dal community have come together to host pilipiliÂţ»­ Pride Week from July 15-23, with panel discussions, art events, flag raisings and participation in both community Pride parades.
Ryan McNutt
Thursday, July 7, 2016
Learn how you can keep up with the latest on preparations for Dal's bicentennial year in 2018.