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Indigenous entrepreneur's orange shirt dream‑turned‑reality spurs reconciliation efforts at Dal
Derek Lewis designed an orange shirt honouring Indigenous children who suffered at residential schools across Canada. Now, all profits from sales of his shirt at the Dal Bookstore are going to support a local Mi'kmaw community centre in Halifax. Read more.
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Friday, September 20, 2024
Dal Gives Back linked students with opportunities to make a difference by assembling hygiene kits for those in need and crafting thoughtful cards for seniors.
Friday, September 27, 2024
Fifteen innovation-inspired events. More than 1,500 participants. More bold ideas than you can imagine. Learn more about a week brimming with transformative potential.
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
Leticia Magpali, a Biology PhD candidate, spearheaded the creation of a new course on science communications that encourages students to look beyond their final grade.
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Friday, August 2, 2024
An annual tradition for more than 50 years, Community Day provides an opportunity for all to come to Dal's Agricultural Campus and learn about the university's impact locally and globally. Our photographer was there to capture all the fun and action.
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Dr. Mary Kilfoil touched the lives of many during her time as an entrepreneurship educator at Dal. When she passed away suddenly last summer, those inspired and influenced by her felt the loss deeply.
Friday, July 26, 2024
Women are still underrepresented in Canada’s tech sector. A new summit launched by Dal’s Faculty of Computer Science this spring provides a safe space for women students to upskill, network, and learn.
Thursday, July 25, 2024
Everyone brings something different to an inclusive festival like Pride. For one first-time participant, it’s an extra special celebration of what it means to find acceptance for who you are and who you love.
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Students of African ancestry from Ä¢¹½AV will join African Nova Scotian community members on a journey to Ghana, West Africa this summer.