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QS 2026 subject rankings released: See where Dal stands out
É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥ earns global recognition across dozens of disciplines, with strong showings in life sciences and natural sciences and a growing number of top-ranked subjects in Canada. Read more.
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Friday, March 27, 2026
Thirteen finalists will compete on March 31 for the 2026 3MT title — including the first‑ever undergraduate honours contender in the new wildcard category.
Friday, March 13, 2026
É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥â€™s newest campus facility brings hockey back to South Street while expanding physiotherapy services, recreation programs, and opportunities for students and the Halifax community.
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
A two‑year deep‑energy retrofit has modernized the Killam Memorial Library’s aging systems, boosting efficiency, reducing emissions, and setting the stage for similar upgrades across campus.
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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Seven circular paintings by Millbrook artist Lorne Julien installed on the Killam's exterior are more than just decorative pieces — they symbolize the Seven Sacred Teachings of the Mi'kmaq or L'nu'k.
Friday, April 12, 2024
See where Dal stands out in the 2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject, which includes 1,559 institutions from 96 locations around the world ranked across 55 narrow subjects and five broad subject categories.
Thursday, April 11, 2024
The Dal community is full of amazing students who inspire their peers, lead by example and make a difference in their communities. But for those students who truly go above and beyond, there’s É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥â€™s Board of Governors’ Award — the university’s top honour in student life. Meet the four students being recognized this year for their outstanding achievements.
Thursday, April 11, 2024
Students and others marvelled at this week's rare solar eclipse during a public viewing on Studley Campus, catching a glimpse through solar filter-telescopes and glasses and creating a festival-like atmosphere on the quad nearby.
Thursday, April 4, 2024
Dr. Manuel Helbig, an assistant professor in the Faculty of Science’s Department of Physics and Atmospheric Science, explains what causes a total solar eclipse, why they are so rare, and other questions.