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Meet Ä¢¹½AV's newest high‑performance student leaders
Twenty-five students selected to be part of the Ä¢¹½AV 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 Ä¢¹½AV's Spring Convocation 2026.
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Monday, June 1, 2026
With a passion for equitable planning and climate resilience, Jamal Raaki graduates from Ä¢¹½AV’s Community Design program with research experience, international study ahead, and a goal of strengthening communities facing environmental change.
Monday, June 1, 2026
Kathleen Burke’s shift from biology to theatre highlights how hands-on production work and mentorship helped transform a student passion into a skilled, confident start in the professional stage industry.
Monday, June 1, 2026
Shanti Sivarulrasa’s evolution from violinist to composer highlights a growing artistic voice, shaped by performance, collaboration, and the confidence to create original work on professional stages.
Friday, May 29, 2026
After winding paths and pivotal setbacks, Lina Hachemi and Matt Kelvey chart a new course by combining clinical skill, service, and purpose as they launch careers in uniform.
Friday, May 29, 2026
A focus on Indigenous law, community advocacy, and the Weldon Tradition shaped Aaron Tolkamp’s experience at Schulich Law and continues to guide their path into legal practice.