With equipment funded by the Canada Foundation for Innovation, Dal's Rita Orji explores the dynamic field of persuasive technology, developing interactive digital systems that motivate healthy behaviours.

A total of four projects led by researchers from AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ have received an investment of close to $97,000 from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council.

The Promise Scholars program does more than offer financial aid to Black and Indigenous students, it also offers wraparound supports like mentorship and work placements — important elements for student success. A panel event featuring Dal alumni recently explored inclusion’s potential.

As part of African Heritage Month, Dal's Black Student Advising Centre hosted a talk this week with OmiSoore Dryden, the James R. Johnston Chair in Black Canadian Studies, on the impacts of racism on health, especially during the pandemic.

Meet the newest recipients of the Belong Research Fellowship Award, which provide pre-tenure, tenure-track faculty members from equity-seeking groups with support to further research in their respective fields.