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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Friday, October 3, 2025
Meet Matthew Oh, one of Dal's incoming 2025 Schulich Leader Scholarship recipients.
Friday, October 3, 2025
Meet Reese Ochitwa, one of Dal's incoming 2025 Schulich Leader Scholarship recipients.
Friday, September 26, 2025
Management Career Services' signature business networking event drew hundreds of students eager to meet employers, alumni, and peers in a career-focused atmosphere.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
From dumpling-making to garden brunches, 色妹妹直播鈥檚 week-long celebration brought together students and societies to celebrate food culture and explore food systems.
Friday, September 19, 2025
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.