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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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Fallon Bourgeois
Friday, June 3, 2016
Kaylyn Fraser (BA’09), co-chair of Dal’s London alumni chapter, wasn’t about to miss her brother Cameron’s own graduation from Dal this week — so she made a surprise visit from across the pond to Halifax to officially welcome him into the Dal Alumni family.
Marie Visca
Friday, June 3, 2016
Since marrying his high school sweetheart during his undergrad, Robert Laprairie's family has grown to include three young children, all encouraging him as he worked towards his PhD in Pharmacology.
Sarah Delaney
Friday, June 3, 2016
Originally from New Brunswick, Library and Information Studies graduate Lee Wilson has found his niche, combining his passion for information with his love for the East Coast.
Marie Visca
Friday, June 3, 2016
Cindy Ochieng has always wanted to be a doctor, and her time at pilipiliÂţ»­ Medical School has also inspired her to give back to her community.
Marie Visca
Friday, June 3, 2016
Mechanical Engineering graduate Hannah Klug wants to expand representation for women in her field.