/news.html Dal News - News Sat, 01 Nov 2025 21:25:29 GMT 2025-11-01T21:25:29Z /news/2025/10/30/student-recruitment-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥ has doubled down on its strengths, launching a new campaign centred on how its unique size, diverse programs, and East Coast setting offer students the perfect balance of choice and personalized experience. Student Life Communications and Marketing News Community & Culture Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT /news/2025/10/30/student-recruitment-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2025-10-30T13:00:00Z /news/2025/10/31/celtic-colours-festival-dalhousie-symposium-concert.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥ and community partners hosted Waters Flowing Together in Iona, Cape Breton during Celtic Colours—a three-day celebration blending Indigenous knowledge, ocean science, music, and culture on Bras d'Or Lake. Research Science News Community & Culture Wed, 29 Oct 2025 14:06:00 GMT /news/2025/10/31/celtic-colours-festival-dalhousie-symposium-concert.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Rhys Healy and Eva Carmichael 2025-10-29T14:06:00Z /news/2025/10/29/beaty-centre-dalhousie-unveiling-2025.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥â€™s new marine biodiversity centre opens to the public this December, offering guests a chance to explore the ocean through immersive exhibits, Indigenous storytelling, and Michael’s Whale — a breathtaking blue whale skeleton. Biology Marine Biology Research Science Oceanography News Community & Culture Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:08:00 GMT /news/2025/10/29/beaty-centre-dalhousie-unveiling-2025.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kenneth Conrad 2025-10-29T13:08:00Z /news/2025/10/24/stanfield-conversation-2025-law.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥â€™s Stanfield Conversation addressed the erosion of democratic norms, warning that trust, not just laws, is essential to safeguarding democracy amid rising authoritarian tendencies. Law News Community & Culture Fri, 24 Oct 2025 14:15:00 GMT /news/2025/10/24/stanfield-conversation-2025-law.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ellie Garry-Jones 2025-10-24T14:15:00Z /news/2025/10/31/vanier-banting-awards-dalhousie-2025.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥ celebrates six scholars awarded the final Vanier and Banting fellowships, spotlighting groundbreaking research in health, sustainability, sexual well-being, and marine conservation. Research Student Life News Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/31/vanier-banting-awards-dalhousie-2025.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kala Hirle Clarke and Mia Samardzic 2025-10-24T11:30:00Z /news/2025/10/24/nova-scotia-respiratory-health-clinic.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A new clinic led by Dal and community partners — with funding from GSK Canada — will offer faster, community-based respiratory care that empowers patients and trains future professionals while easing pressure on Nova Scotia’s overstretched health system. Research Medicine Health Professions News Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/24/nova-scotia-respiratory-health-clinic.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dal Health staff (with files from GSK Canada) 2025-10-24T11:30:00Z /news/2025/10/24/sachin-seth-dalhousie-senate-chair.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥ Senate returned this fall with new chair Dr. Sachin Seth, tackling academic challenges with collaboration, curiosity, and a renewed focus on inclusive, forward-thinking governance. News Senior Administration Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/24/sachin-seth-dalhousie-senate-chair.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ryan McNutt 2025-10-24T11:30:00Z /news/2025/10/23/canada-research-chairs-dalhousie-2025.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥ celebrates new and renewed Canada Research Chairs tackling global challenges from Arctic law and anti-Black racism to climate resilience, clean energy, and pandemic preparedness. Agriculture Health Professions Mechanical Engineering Research Science Medicine Chemistry News Engineering Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/23/canada-research-chairs-dalhousie-2025.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2025-10-23T11:30:00Z /news/2025/10/22/housing-renters-tenants-nova-scotia-survey.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A groundbreaking survey from É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥ Legal Aid Service reveals trends in affordability, security, and tenants’ rights in Nova Scotia. Lead author Hannah Main opens up about the findings and the need for urgent policy reform. Law News Community & Culture Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT /news/2025/10/22/housing-renters-tenants-nova-scotia-survey.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Linden Thomas 2025-10-22T13:00:00Z /news/2025/10/16/dalhousie-physiotherapy-clinic-gift.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews The gift from Leslie McLean (MN’02) and Scott McCain to the Oulton-Stanish Centre will ensure that the É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥ Physiotherapy Clinic can provide expanded care to members of the É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥ and broader community. Alumni Student Life Student Services News Community & Culture Thu, 16 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT /news/2025/10/16/dalhousie-physiotherapy-clinic-gift.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Emma Sutro 2025-10-16T13:00:00Z /news/2025/10/15/macleans-university-rankings-2026.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dal ranked among Canada’s top 10 Medical Doctoral universities in the latest Maclean's report, showing gains in reputation and scholarships. Student Life News Wed, 15 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT /news/2025/10/15/macleans-university-rankings-2026.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2025-10-15T13:00:00Z /news/2025/10/10/jeff-dahn-eni-award-renewable-energy.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dr. Jeff Dahn, an icon in the world of battery technology, earned a top international science prize in Italy this week for his contributions to the global energy transition. Research Science Chemistry News Physics and Atmospheric Science Fri, 10 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/10/jeff-dahn-eni-award-renewable-energy.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kenneth Conrad 2025-10-10T11:30:00Z /news/2025/10/10/dalhousie-agriculture-student-scholarships-bmo.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A new generation of researchers is working to reshape the future of agriculture with a powerful boost from BMO. Agriculture Student Life News Fri, 10 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/10/dalhousie-agriculture-student-scholarships-bmo.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Stephanie Rogers 2025-10-10T11:30:00Z /news/2025/10/08/dalhousie-demo-day-2025-innovation.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Student-led startups stepped into the spotlight during Innovation Week, showcasing an impressive range of innovations from bioplastics to bone-cancer detection. Find out who walked away the winners. Research Student Life News Community & Culture Wed, 08 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/08/dalhousie-demo-day-2025-innovation.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Jennifer Cameron 2025-10-08T11:30:00Z /news/2025/10/03/startup-study-participants-management.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Computer Science MSc student Ridwan Oladipupo is the creator of ArticiPay — a platform for researchers to source and manage the people who participate in their studies. Computer Science Research News Fri, 03 Oct 2025 14:48:00 GMT /news/2025/10/03/startup-study-participants-management.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Emily MacKinnon 2025-10-03T14:48:00Z /news/2025/10/03/schulich-leaders-dalhousie-reese-ochitwa.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Meet Reese Ochitwa, one of Dal's incoming 2025 Schulich Leader Scholarship recipients. Computer Science Student Life News Fri, 03 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/03/schulich-leaders-dalhousie-reese-ochitwa.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Office of Advancement 2025-10-03T11:30:00Z /news/2025/10/01/sustainability-month-2025-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dal's Office of Sustainability and campus partners shine a light on how small, everyday choices at É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥ can drive big sustainability wins. Office of Sustainability News Community & Culture Wed, 01 Oct 2025 11:52:00 GMT /news/2025/10/01/sustainability-month-2025-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Staff 2025-10-01T11:52:00Z /news/2025/09/29/pharmacy-welcome-ceremony-cherry-tree.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews For decades, new students have been welcomed into the college during a white coat ceremony. A new tradition aims to help future pharmacists provide culturally responsive care. Pharmacy Health Professions News Community & Culture Mon, 29 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMT /news/2025/09/29/pharmacy-welcome-ceremony-cherry-tree.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Stephanie Brown 2025-09-29T13:00:00Z /news/2025/09/23/food-fest-beet-street-market-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews From dumpling-making to garden brunches, É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥â€™s week-long celebration brought together students and societies to celebrate food culture and explore food systems. Student Life News Community & Culture Tue, 23 Sep 2025 12:58:00 GMT /news/2025/09/23/food-fest-beet-street-market-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Linden Thomas 2025-09-23T12:58:00Z /news/2025/09/19/grace-beer-dalhousie-hockey-creating-coaches-program.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Grace Beer joins a Halifax girls hockey team as a coach this season through the national Creating Coaches program, which champions the powerful impact of female mentors in the sport. Sports Student Life News Fri, 19 Sep 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/09/19/grace-beer-dalhousie-hockey-creating-coaches-program.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Chelsea Norris 2025-09-19T11:30:00Z /news/2025/09/19/annika-benson-dalhousie-falling-walls-winner.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews PhD researcher Annika Benson will represent Atlantic Canada in Berlin this fall, showcasing a breakthrough tool for safer brain tumour surgery in a pitch competition against 100 global research competitors. Medicine Research News Fri, 19 Sep 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/09/19/annika-benson-dalhousie-falling-walls-winner.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2025-09-19T11:30:00Z /news/2025/09/18/donald-oliver-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Senator Donald Oliver (LLB'64, LLD'03) built an extraordinary legacy as a lawyer, lifelong advocate for racial equality, and the first Black man in Canada's Senate, inspiring many in the É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥ community and beyond. Alumni News Thu, 18 Sep 2025 13:56:00 GMT /news/2025/09/18/donald-oliver-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Alison DeLory 2025-09-18T13:56:00Z /news/2025/09/16/innovation-week-dalhousie-2025.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dal’s Innovation Week returns Sept. 18–25 for its second year with pitch competitions, workshops, campus tours and more on offer for those passionate about exploring new ideas and building fresh connections Student Life Research News Community & Culture Tue, 16 Sep 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/09/16/innovation-week-dalhousie-2025.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Jennifer Cameron 2025-09-16T11:30:00Z /news/2025/09/12/dal-reads-son-of-elsewhere.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dal Reads selects Son of Elsewhere, Elamin Abdelmahmoud’s moving memoir on identity and belonging, inviting the É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥ community to read and reflect together. Libraries News Community & Culture Fri, 12 Sep 2025 15:00:00 GMT /news/2025/09/12/dal-reads-son-of-elsewhere.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kristy Read 2025-09-12T15:00:00Z /news/2025/09/11/addressing-dalhousie-s-budget--arena--surplus-and-more.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A message from Gitta Kulczycki, vice-president finance and administration, addressing a few significant misconceptions about É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥'s finances that have arisen over the last few weeks during the labour disruption. News Senior Administration Thu, 11 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMT /news/2025/09/11/addressing-dalhousie-s-budget--arena--surplus-and-more.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Gitta Kulczycki, Vice-President Finance and Administration 2025-09-11T13:00:00Z