Student Life
What new Dal students couldn't leave behind
From Lego flowers and a chewed Nerf dart to treasured gifts and childhood keepsakes, new Dal students share the meaningful items helping residence feel like home. Read more.
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Friday, September 11, 2026
The annual return of students brings renewed energy to campus. Explore the scale of move-in through photos and key stats.
Friday, September 4, 2026
With mentors, dedicated gathering spaces and year-round programming, a student-led initiative is helping commuters and renters build community.
Thursday, September 10, 2026
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.
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Thursday, November 2, 2017
The Schulich School of Law's new first-year course, Aboriginal and Indigenous Law in Context, gives students a grounding in the historic and contemporary issues facing Indigenous peoples and a foundation for future learning about Aboriginal and Indigenous law.
Wednesday, November 1, 2017
Dal Biology students get a hands-on experience studying tropical ecology in one of the world's biodiversity hotspots.
Monday, October 30, 2017
Following last week鈥檚 statement from the Vice-Provost Student Affairs, steps are underway for policy enhancement, critical dialogue and campus community coalition building.
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Medical student Braydon Connell receives Canadian Medical Hall of Fame award, celebrating student leadership, for his work with the student-run, community-driven HOPES health centre.
Monday, October 23, 2017
First-year students Brad Jones and Kate Arpin, both with impressive achievements to their name, were welcomed to Dal this fall as two of Canada's Schulich Leaders.