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All spruce'd up: How Dal "elves" helped Woody the Talking Christmas Tree make his winter wake‑up call

All spruce'd up: How Dal "elves" helped Woody the Talking Christmas Tree make his winter wake‑up call

The computer scientists who saved Christmas? Thanks to the work of faculty members Hanieh Shakeri and Joseph Malloch, a beloved Dartmouth institution has been able to entertain children of all ages this holiday season.  Read more.

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Genevieve MacIntyre
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Discover how Curtis Michael’s passion for Mi’kmaw language transforms classrooms into spaces of cultural exchange and inspires learners from diverse backgrounds to engage with Indigenous knowledge.
Ryan McNutt
Friday, November 21, 2025
Nearly 30 awards were presented to more than 50 individuals and groups from across the university at the 8th Annual Legacy Awards. Read the full list of honourees.
Stephanie Rogers
Friday, October 31, 2025
College Royal was another incredible success, bringing together students, staff, and faculty in a celebration of agricultural tradition, hands-on learning, and community.

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Farrah Smith
Friday, October 18, 2024
Nocturne’s 17th annual festival invites artists to explore the realities unique to Kjipuktuk (Halifax) and resilience through tragedies and discourses. Plan to attend between October 17-20, with various Dal-connected installations showcased on October 19.
Allison Barss
Friday, October 18, 2024
With burgeoning businesses in sustainable packaging, craft beer brewing and locally made food products, Dal alumni were honoured by the prestigious EY Entrepreneur of the Year awards program.
Farrah Smith
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
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.
Matt Reeder
Thursday, October 10, 2024
The 2025 Maclean's University Rankings are out now. Find out more about how Dal performed in Canada's most-watched university rankings.
Alison DeLory
Monday, October 7, 2024
The Ä¢¹½AV notable alum and Aurum Award winner studied music and social anthropology to become a ‘voice from within’ his culture.