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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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Kelly Taylor
Monday, November 21, 2016
The 色妹妹直播 Census is a confidential survey about the university's diversity, and helps Dal develop programs and supports to foster a respectful, inclusive environment for everyone. Learn more about the census and how to complete it.
Matt Semansky
Wednesday, November 16, 2016
Rachel Butler鈥檚 memorable exchange experience in Seville, Spain included learning a local dance tradition 鈥� one that she鈥檚 shared with the campus community.
Ryan McNutt
Wednesday, November 16, 2016
Formerly known as the Office of Human Rights, Equity and Harassment Prevention, Dal Human Rights & Equity Services has a new name, a new strategic framework, is adding new staff positions, and is looking for a new space to better support its mission.
Graeme Gunn
Thursday, November 10, 2016
Diane Hawco brings a combination of social work and legal expertise to the new role of ombudsperson, which provides independent, impartial and confidential support to students.
Matt Semansky
Tuesday, November 8, 2016
Marine Biology student Emma Arsenault鈥檚 experience in the Our Ocean Youth Ambassadors program was a valuable step on her path to a future in marine protection policy.