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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Wednesday, September 30, 2015
MBA grad John Gleeson has found his calling in the startup world through his work with marketing and tech company Affinio.
Monday, September 28, 2015
Groups and offices from across campus have come together to celebrate on a full week of events and activities focused on respect in our community, including Pink Day on Tuesday, September 29.
Friday, September 25, 2015
With the federal election just a few weeks away, the student union has stepped up its efforts to encourage students to get out and vote.
Thursday, September 24, 2015
Emma Eisses, recipient of the Nova Scotia International Business Development Internship, is travelling to Iceland for a unique experience studying the international agri-food industry.
Thursday, September 24, 2015
Dalhousie's Studley quad was electrified last Friday and Saturday evenings as Yukon Blonde, Hollerado, BadBadNotGood and other musical acts performed at DalFest