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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Friday, May 29, 2015
Looking back on her time at university, Pharmacology PhD grad Jillian Rourke is proudest of having the courage to follow her own interests.
Friday, May 29, 2015
Faculty of Engineering grad Rob Ironside doesn't believe in waste, whether it's wasted potential, resources or opportunities.
Friday, May 29, 2015
For Faculty of Medicine graduate Luke Richardson, a medical education is about appreciating the positive impact you can have on a person and their community.
Thursday, May 28, 2015
Health Professions graduate and Afghani refugee Ateka Yaghoubi always dreamed of studying at university. Now, her Nursing degree complete, she's focused on providing outstanding patient care.
Thursday, May 28, 2015
Meet some of Dal's international graduates whose time on campus helped inspire them to stay and work in Canada.