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What new Dal students couldn't leave behind

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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Matt Reeder and Alexa Cude
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.
Ellie Garry-Jones
Friday, September 4, 2026
With mentors, dedicated gathering spaces and year-round programming, a student-led initiative is helping commuters and renters build community.
Linden Thomas
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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Sallie Lau
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
Collaborating with NSCAD students, Medicine student Saif Syed is working on a project to develop a better hospital gown for both patients and health-care providers.
Zoe Bell
Friday, February 17, 2017
This month鈥檚 Summer Job and Career Fair was just one way that Dal's Career and Leadership Development Centre connects students with the opportunities and skills to succeed in the job market.
Cherry Au
Friday, February 17, 2017
Lindell Smith, Candy Palmater, Rebecca Thomas and Samantha Nutt were just some of the speakers who inspired students with their presentations at last weekend's Dal Lead! conference.
Matt Semansky
Thursday, February 16, 2017
Engineering student Bai Bintou Kaira, originally from the Gambia, has made her mark in campus and community life, from serving as president of the 色妹妹直播 African Student Association to mentoring youth with the Imhotep鈥檚 Legacy Academy.
Kauri Dahl
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Not every first-year student gets their university experience off on the right foot. That鈥檚 why there鈥檚 Bounce Back, a new pilot program launched this year to help students rebound from poor first-term grades and develop strategies for academic success.