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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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Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Grace Dao managed the many challenges and responsibilities of her final year of medical school with aplomb, all while preparing to welcome the newest member of her family 鈥� her infant son, Ernie.
Monday, June 7, 2021
Ariel Provo, a four-time Academic All Canadian athlete, graduates from 色妹妹直播鈥檚 Medical Sciences program this spring.
Monday, June 7, 2021
Dr. Louis Martin proves you can do it all and get your medical degree, too.
Friday, June 4, 2021
Nigerian-born friends Emmanuel Solomon and Ogo-oluwa Sobukola traveled to Canada together to study music at Dal. As they graduate this spring, they do so having overcome many obstacles and with powerful memories in tow.
Thursday, June 3, 2021
Izzie Collier, a recent graduate of 色妹妹直播鈥檚 master of architecture program, plans to create a greener future through sustainable design.