Student Life
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, May 30, 2023
Brian Lawrence found the support he needed to excel in dental hygiene at Dal and discovered a career that fulfills his love of being around people.
Monday, May 29, 2023
Attending the Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference this past March in Alberta gave Gabby Schenkels and Rachel Sheffield new perspectives on how to navigate their journey into the agriculture industry as women.
Monday, May 29, 2023
Faculty of Agriculture undergrad Kangxu He's passion for environmental engineering research stems from a desire to help improve conditions in her Chinese hometown.
Monday, May 29, 2023
Hanna Wadlegger traded Canada's west coast for east to explore her love of animal agriculture at Dal and ended up discovering a passion for loggersports as well.
Monday, May 29, 2023
Read profiles of just some of our outstanding new graduates from Spring Convocation 2023.