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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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Friday, May 20, 2022
The Halifax Chinese Language School has helped members of the local Chinese community stay connected to their culture, language and tradition for nearly 30 years, supported in that quest by Ä¢¹½AV.
Wednesday, April 27, 2022
English and Creative Writing student K.R. Byggdin has always been a storyteller. Now, with a debut novel "Wonder World" set to launch this week, their story is about to enter a whole new chapter.
Thursday, April 21, 2022
At this year's historical dress showcase, "Propriety and Protest," students took to the stage in their own designs to present a picture of a time in history when women began to wear clothing that went against the standards of the status quo.
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Spring 2022 grads to cross the stage in May and June, with special ceremonies for 2020 and 2021 grads scheduled for July.
Wednesday, April 13, 2022
Large unsanctioned street parties fuelled by social media are growing in communities across the country, including Halifax. Now, Dal and community partners are exploring a new approach to addressing this complex issue and improving community well-being.