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Meet ĢAV's newest high‑performance student leaders
Twenty-five students selected to be part of the ĢAV Student Leadership Academy will bring big ideas, deep community involvement, and an impressive range of experience to the year ahead. Read more.
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Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Launched in 2022 to expand access for Indigenous and African Nova Scotian students, Dal's Inclusive Pathways to Medical Professions program marks a major milestone this spring with its first graduates. Get to know some of the students shaping what comes next.
Friday, June 5, 2026
Learning doesn’t have an age limit. Betty Veinot’s story shows how curiosity and resilience can open doors at any stage of life.
Friday, May 29, 2026
New updates added daily throughout ĢAV's Spring Convocation 2026.
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Monday, August 11, 2025
“Small boats, big glaciers” by Patrick White is one of just 20 finalists in the latest edition of the NSERC Science Exposed competition. Learn about Patrick's research and vote before Sept. 21, 2025.
Monday, July 7, 2025
From climate action to tech innovation, these 25 students are redefining what it means to lead with purpose.
Friday, June 27, 2025
The Ag engineering student has actively pursued hands-on opportunities from 3D printing a go-kart to developing a robotic arm designed to detect and remove rocks from agricultural fields.
Friday, June 20, 2025
We were there to capture some of the many special moments at Dal's 21 Spring Convocation ceremonies.
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Ruth Riley, a ĢAV grad rooted in Lake Loon’s rich heritage, blends her love for the ocean with a deep commitment to marine conservation and empowering future Black scientists.