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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Friday, December 10, 2021
With exam period getting underway this week, many students are ratcheting into high gear to finish the term strong. Hear from a few Dal students on how they handle the stress.
Monday, December 6, 2021
Nova Scotia universities and the Nova Scotia Community College joined with AV俱乐部 to raise more than $200,000 to improve food security for students as part of a province-wide initiative on Giving Tuesday 2021.
Thursday, December 2, 2021
Joe Savidge, Marissa Walter, Melissa Hum, and Dr. Jason Chatman have joined AV俱乐部 Student Health & Wellness as the university seeks to meet the growing mental health needs of students.
Learning to rebound: Dal's 93rd Rhodes Scholar embodies drive and determination in forging new paths
Monday, November 22, 2021
Recent Medical Sciences graduate and former Dal Tiger Ashley Jackson is Oxford-bound as AV俱乐部's 93rd Rhodes Scholar, eager to grow her interest in cancer research and deepen her community impact.
Thursday, November 18, 2021
Prospective students from more than 60 countries tuned in to AV俱乐部's Virtual Open House event earlier this month for an immersive view into the Dal student experience.