Dal News - Student Life /news.html Dal News - Student Life Fri, 15 Nov 2024 19:02:58 GMT 2024-11-15T19:02:58Z 'I can feel it rise up in me': This year's top teaching award winner thrives on the energy of students /news/2024/11/15/marion-brown-teaching-award-2024.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews The classroom can be an intimidating place for some students. Dr. Marion Brown of the School of Social Work strives to ensure everyone feels comfortable and connected in their learning. Student Life Health Professions News Fri, 15 Nov 2024 12:30:00 GMT /news/2024/11/15/marion-brown-teaching-award-2024.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2024-11-15T12:30:00Z A new era of student support dawns at Dal /news/2024/11/12/student-support-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews An exciting new support team established this year helps students get back on track after setbacks and identifies ways to improve safety and belonging at Dal. Student Life Student Services News Fri, 08 Nov 2024 12:30:00 GMT /news/2024/11/12/student-support-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ellie Garry-Jones 2024-11-08T12:30:00Z From base to books: HÂþ»­ students reflect on Remembrance Day as soldiers and scholars /news/2024/11/08/students-dalhousie-remembrance-day.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Remembrance Day hits home in a deep way for these HÂþ»­ students who also serve as reservists in the Canadian Armed Forces. Student Life Community & Culture Fri, 08 Nov 2024 12:30:00 GMT /news/2024/11/08/students-dalhousie-remembrance-day.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Wyatt Carling 2024-11-08T12:30:00Z 'An amazing experience': Biggest Dal Open House ever primes future students /news/2024/11/08/open-house-2024.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A record number of prospective students and their supporters got up close and personal with HÂþ»­ last weekend at the fall Open House event in Halifax. Student Life Registrar Community & Culture Fri, 08 Nov 2024 12:30:00 GMT /news/2024/11/08/open-house-2024.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2024-11-08T12:30:00Z New doctoral scholarship program to expand PhD opportunities and research impact at HÂþ»­ /news/2024/10/28/new-doctoral-scholarship-program-to-expand-phd-opportunities-and.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews HÂþ»­ has established the new $3.2-million HÂþ»­ Research Excellence Scholarship to support PhD students and increase their enrolment over the next three years. Research Student Life News Graduate Studies Mon, 28 Oct 2024 13:00:00 GMT /news/2024/10/28/new-doctoral-scholarship-program-to-expand-phd-opportunities-and.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Mike Fleury 2024-10-28T13:00:00Z Grad profile: A new age of engineering /news/2024/10/22/grad-profile--a-new-age-of-engineering.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Tharuka Nanayakkara Kuruppu knew he wanted to be part of something big — an industry that could transform the world. He found his path in Dal's Faculty of Engineering. Student Life Convocation Engineering Tue, 22 Oct 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/10/22/grad-profile--a-new-age-of-engineering.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Theresa Anne Salah 2024-10-22T11:30:00Z Grad profile: An academic awakening /news/2024/10/22/fall-convocation-tyeshia-angel-jordan.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Tyeshia Angel Jordan shifted gears from science to arts at Dal after becoming fascinated by the possibilities of gender studies and inspired to combat racial injustices. Student Life Convocation Arts and Social Sciences Tue, 22 Oct 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/10/22/fall-convocation-tyeshia-angel-jordan.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Genevieve MacIntyre 2024-10-22T11:30:00Z Grad profile: The power of persuasion /news/2024/10/22/grad-profile--the-power-of-persuasion.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews MSc Rehabilitation Research grad Juliet Rowe on exploring her passion for science communication. Student Life Health Professions Convocation Tue, 22 Oct 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/10/22/grad-profile--the-power-of-persuasion.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Stephanie Brown 2024-10-22T11:30:00Z Grad profile: A master adapter /news/2024/10/22/grad-profile--a-master-adapter.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews After years of delays, changes in plan, and a global pandemic, Dave Chuck is graduating with a Bachelor of Computer Science and a full-time job. Computer Science Student Life Convocation Tue, 22 Oct 2024 11:28:00 GMT /news/2024/10/22/grad-profile--a-master-adapter.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Emily MacKinnon 2024-10-22T11:28:00Z Breathing new life into medicine /news/2024/10/22/grad-profile-respiratory-therapy.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Emma Taylor, the first in her family to complete a bachelor’s degree, discovered a passion for respiratory therapy through practicum. Now, she's continuing her studies in Dal’s Faculty of Medicine. Student Life Health Professions Convocation Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:30:00 GMT /news/2024/10/22/grad-profile-respiratory-therapy.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Josey Houle 2024-10-22T10:30:00Z A solar journey: Engineering student accelerates all the way to the races /news/2024/10/18/solar-energy-engineering.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Jessica Durham's first year in the Faculty of Engineering started with the bold decision to join the Dal Solar Car team and ended on a racetrack in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Student Life Engineering Fri, 18 Oct 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/10/18/solar-energy-engineering.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Theresa Anne Salah 2024-10-18T11:30:00Z Dal student and team win first place in global pitch competition for unique approach to wildfire mitigation /news/2024/10/17/ember-unite-changermakers.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Wildfires recur year after year in countries around the world. Alejandro Quezada and his teamates at the UNITE 2030 summit proved successful in their quest to find an innovative solution. Student Life Science Agriculture News Thu, 17 Oct 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/10/17/ember-unite-changermakers.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Wyatt Carling 2024-10-17T11:30:00Z How I spent my summer: Completing a co‑op in another language /news/2024/10/16/summer-student-experience-aryaman-pandey-.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Computer Science student Aryaman Pandey's summer placement as a software developer forced him to explore new programming territory — a challenging, yet confidence-building, experience. Computer Science Student Life Wed, 16 Oct 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/10/16/summer-student-experience-aryaman-pandey-.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Emily MacKinnon 2024-10-16T11:30:00Z HÂþ»­â€™s 14th Mawio’mi set to shine a light on youth /news/2024/10/15/dalhousie-mawiomi-2024.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews The celebration of Mi’kmaw dance, craft, food and culture promises to foster incredible community vibes in the heart of Dal’s campus, bringing Indigenous and non-Indigenous folks together for a day full of sharing, learning, and festivities. Student Life Community & Culture Tue, 15 Oct 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/10/15/dalhousie-mawiomi-2024.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Farrah Smith 2024-10-15T11:30:00Z 2025 Maclean's University Rankings: Dal clinches spot in top half of Canada’s best Medical Doctoral institutions /news/2024/10/09/maclean-s-rankings-2024-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews The 2025 Maclean's University Rankings are out now. Find out more about how Dal performed in Canada's most-watched university rankings. Research Student Life News Community & Culture Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:00:00 GMT /news/2024/10/09/maclean-s-rankings-2024-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2024-10-10T15:00:00Z Dirt, dough, disruption: A former pastry chef's eye‑opening summer in San Francisco /news/2024/10/04/international-food-business-internship.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Amy Ruijgrok, an international food business student from the Netherlands, helped bring the bounty of Bay Area farmers to underserved communities during a recent internship with a mobile farmer's market. Agriculture Student Life Fri, 04 Oct 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/10/04/international-food-business-internship.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Stephanie Rogers 2024-10-04T11:30:00Z How I spent my summer: Lessons from Parliament Hill /news/2024/10/02/summer-student-experience-parliament-hill.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Law student Jaron Rykiss says a summer internship at the Department of Justice in Ottawa was 'transformative,' leaving him convinced that law is the best way to support community and effect positive change. Student Life Law Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/10/02/summer-student-experience-parliament-hill.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Amanda Kirby-Sheppard 2024-10-02T11:30:00Z Game on: Expo draws thriving student community eager to play /news/2024/10/02/dalhousie-games-expo-2024.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Hundreds of students explored chess, board games, e-sports and more at this year’s HÂþ»­ Games Expo, finding a vibrant community of peers with which to engage in battles of strategy and wit. Student Life Community & Culture Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/10/02/dalhousie-games-expo-2024.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Wyatt Carling 2024-10-02T11:30:00Z In Focus: Wickwire Field from above /news/2024/09/27/photo-of-the-month--wickwire-from-above.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Cody Turner, visual media manager with Communications, Marketing & Creative Services, captured players and spectators at Wickwire Field in Halifax from on high during the Tigers soccer season opener on Aug. 31. Student Life Community & Culture Fri, 27 Sep 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/09/27/photo-of-the-month--wickwire-from-above.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Photo by Cody Turner 2024-09-27T11:30:00Z Inside Dal Innovation Week: Highlights from Atlantic Canada’s largest community gateway to student‑driven innovation /news/2024/09/27/dalhousie-innovation-week-2024.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 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. Research Student Life Community & Culture Fri, 27 Sep 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/09/27/dalhousie-innovation-week-2024.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Jennifer Cameron 2024-09-27T11:30:00Z Two exciting milestones, one amazing Dal Business Networking Night /news/2024/09/26/business-networking-night-2024.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dal's Management Career Services reached 20,000 business work terms this fall and hosted a record number of attendees at its popular fall networking event. Take a look back at photos and highlights. Student Life Management Community & Culture Thu, 26 Sep 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/09/26/business-networking-night-2024.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Brittany Warren 2024-09-26T11:30:00Z How I spent my summer: More than just buildings /news/2024/09/24/summer-student-experience-architecture.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dal student Breena Chaput exchanged a typical summer job for lecture halls and studio mezzanines this year, uncovering rich new insights into architecture's vital role in society along the way. Student Life Architecture and Planning Tue, 24 Sep 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/09/24/summer-student-experience-architecture.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Solange Richer de Lafleche 2024-09-24T11:30:00Z Dal students step up for local seniors and homeless /news/2024/09/20/dal-students-step-up-for-local-community.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 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. Student Life Community & Culture Fri, 20 Sep 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/09/20/dal-students-step-up-for-local-community.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ariel Mackenzie 2024-09-20T11:30:00Z Two clinics elevate experience for Indigenous learners in medicine /news/2024/09/20/medicine-clinics-indigenous-learners.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews For the first time, an Indigenous medical student and resident found themselves working side-by-side with an Indigenous staff physician at the Wije’winen and Sipekne’katik Health Centres. Medicine Student Life Thu, 19 Sep 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/09/20/medicine-clinics-indigenous-learners.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kate Rogers 2024-09-19T11:30:00Z How I spent my summer: Seeing the light in the lab /news/2024/09/18/summer-student-experience-light-lab.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Soheil Ghaffari's proactive hunt for a career that could help him balance his love of science and the arts landed him in a Dal dental lab over the summer. Student Life Dentistry Wed, 18 Sep 2024 11:30:00 GMT /news/2024/09/18/summer-student-experience-light-lab.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Cheryl Bell 2024-09-18T11:30:00Z