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, July 4, 2014
From advocacy to student representation, Ramz Aziz is keen to keep students connected with the union – and with one another.
Wednesday, July 2, 2014
Amanda Carey, this year's recipient of Dal's Award for Student Leadership in Global Health, is committed to considering health care on the world stage.
Monday, June 23, 2014
The arrival of Student Health Services, Counselling Services and Student Health Promotion to the LeMarchant Mixed-Use Building signals a new era of student-focused health.
Friday, June 20, 2014
We chat with some of Dal's soccer superfans about their love of the beautiful game and who they think will take home the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
Thursday, June 19, 2014
From answering questions to dropping everything to assist in a time of need, the four recipients of Dal's top service award are dedicated to helping students succeed.