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Dal student‑athlete Melina Collins honoured for building community beyond the court

Dal student‑athlete Melina Collins honoured for building community beyond the court

Psychology student and varsity basketball player Melina Collins is this year's recipient of the Dr. Anne Marie Ryan Community Growth Award, recognized for her work bringing athletes and young learners together through a literacy mentorship program.  Read more.

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Stephanie Rogers
Thursday, April 23, 2026
This agreement between AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ and the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) in London, UK establishes a framework for enhanced international collaboration in areas including academic exchange, research, student mobility, and exploration of veterinary degree pathways.
Katherine O’Brien
Friday, April 17, 2026
Unique in Canada, the four‑year joint JD/MJ program links legal training with journalism practice to prepare graduates for work at the intersection of media, law and public policy.
Matt Reeder
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
A two‑year deep‑energy retrofit has modernized the Killam Memorial Library’s aging systems, boosting efficiency, reducing emissions, and setting the stage for similar upgrades across campus.

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Andrew Riley
Thursday, October 23, 2025
AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ celebrates new and renewed Canada Research Chairs tackling global challenges from Arctic law and anti-Black racism to climate resilience, clean energy, and pandemic preparedness.
Linden Thomas
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
A groundbreaking survey from AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ Legal Aid Service reveals trends in affordability, security, and tenants’ rights in Nova Scotia. Lead author Hannah Main opens up about the findings and the need for urgent policy reform.
Emma Sutro
Thursday, October 16, 2025
The gift from Leslie McLean (MN’02) and Scott McCain to the Oulton-Stanish Centre will ensure that the AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ Physiotherapy Clinic can provide expanded care to members of the AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ and broader community.
Matt Reeder
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Dal ranked among Canada’s top 10 Medical Doctoral universities in the latest Maclean's report, showing gains in reputation and scholarships.
Kenneth Conrad
Friday, October 10, 2025
Dr. Jeff Dahn, an icon in the world of battery technology, earned a top international science prize in Italy this week for his contributions to the global energy transition.