Student Life
Award‑winning student essay asks what fractures community — and why showing up can help build it
Mia Mackenzie, a Master of Social Work student, earned top honours in Dal’s Glovin Award for an essay urging people to resist division by showing up and staying accountable to community. Read more.
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Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Psychology student and varsity basketball player Melina Collins is this year's recipient of the Dr. Anne Marie Ryan Community Growth Award, recognized for her work bringing athletes and young learners together through a literacy mentorship program.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
As exams and deadlines converge, the Killam and other campus libraries become places of problem‑solving, empathy, and practical help, highlighting how support services carry students through critical academic moments.
Thursday, March 26, 2026
This year’s Dal Board of Governors winners show how purposeful action creates lasting change. Get to know more now about how they are doing so.
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Monday, October 1, 2018
As Mi’kmaq History Month gets underway, we sit down with Aaron Prosper, Dalhousie’s first Indigenous student union president. It’s a role he’s been preparing for his entire life.
Friday, September 28, 2018
The new Student Learning Commons on Dal's Agricultural Campus, which celebrates its grand opening this week, offers students a bright, exciting space to relax, to study and to socialize.
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
As Dalhousie celebrates the first Homecoming of its third century, there are more ways than ever to show your pride on campus and off. And thanks to a new partnership between Dal, police and the city this year, neighbourhood safety will be top of mind.
Wednesday, September 19, 2018
Last Saturday, more than 100 students turned out under sunny skies to volunteer as part of the university's annual Community Day, donating their time to several different community organizations.
Monday, September 17, 2018
Lauren Delaney wanted to be a lawyer ever since she was a kid — a dream that brought her to Dal and guided her throughout her studies.