An award-winning book about the influence of tuberculosis on the modern stage, a deep dive into the archives of Apartheid, and a novel about the threat of nuclear war — the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences contains multitudes as illustrated at this year's celebration of research, publications, and creative activities.

Dal continues to place in the top 100 universities in the world for studying law according to this year's THE World University Rankings by Subject, with strong placements in Psychology, Clinic & Health and Life Sciences.

Attaining the highest level of certification from the globally recognized Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program vaults Dal into a new orbit with a small group of other post-secondary peers in Canada leading the way in green building.

A new operating structure adopted over the summer is already proving its worth, says acting dean.

The Senator Don Oliver Scholarship, created with a $1-million gift from friend and entrepreneur Wade Dawe, will provide financial support as well as access to mentoring advice to African Nova Scotian students.