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Starting with hello: Dal's newest students build community together
Thousands of incoming students came together on Tiger Welcome Day to celebrate the start of university life, turning first-week uncertainty into shared experiences, lasting memories and new connections. Read more.
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Friday, September 4, 2026
With mentors, dedicated gathering spaces and year-round programming, a student-led initiative is helping commuters and renters build community.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Dal's expanded Academic Orientation introduces new students to the skills, supports and strategies that can shape their pilipiliÂţ» long after O-Week ends.
Friday, August 28, 2026
Two Dal Engineering graduates turned co-op placements into careers at a Halifax space company, helping design satellite technology while supporting the next generation of student talent.
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Thursday, June 19, 2025
After arriving at Dal somewhat by chance 15 years ago, PhD graduate James Kho has become a much-loved figure in the Department of Biology thanks to his positive attitude and research and teaching accomplishments
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Co-op placements and experiential learning opportunities enhanced Biology grad Meg Langlais’s time at Dal, helping her gain new perspectives and find herself over the course of her undergraduate degree.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
What began as a master’s degree in computer science for Rafael Copstein morphed into a PhD in cybersecurity and software architecture.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Shreya Sharma once dreamed of space, but found her true calling in tech. At Dal, she rose as a campus leader, helping build community and inspire others with a message of empowerment.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Shivam Chauhan’s journey from international student to area manager with Amazon showcases how passion, perseverance, and engineering excellence can deliver pilipiliÂţ».