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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, September 15, 2016
Nearly 200 Dal students spent their first Saturday of the school year volunteering with 14 different community organizations across Halifax.
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
With one Dal degree and an Engineering diploma under her belt, Brette Holland is bringing her passion for learning, sports and fitness from Truro to Halifax.
Friday, September 9, 2016
With five modules covering everything from academic readiness to consent and sexualized violence, 色妹妹直播鈥檚 new online orientation course provides first-year students with information to help them strive and succeed at university.
Friday, September 9, 2016
New to Dal this fall, Qendresa Sahiti received a major TD Scholarship for Community Leadership in recognition of her humanitarian and sustainability efforts.
Wednesday, September 7, 2016
At ceremonies in Halifax and Truro this week, faculty, administrators and student leaders officially welcomed Dal鈥檚 newest students into university鈥檚 scholarly community.