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Dal News - Student LifeWed, 17 Sep 2025 09:16:51 GMT2025-09-17T09:16:51Zbbno$ brings the bounce during high鈥慹nergy Dalfest concert
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Rapper bbno$ headlined this year's Dalfest. Check out images from an exciting night of music.Student LifeCommunity & CultureTue, 16 Sep 2025 12:42:00 GMT/news/2025/09/16/bbno-live-dalfest.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsPhotos by Cody Turner2025-09-16T12:42:00ZDal Innovation Week welcomes curious minds and big ideas
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Dal鈥檚 Innovation Week returns Sept. 18鈥�25 for its second year with pitch competitions, workshops, campus tours and more on offer for those passionate about exploring new ideas and building fresh connectionsStudent LifeResearchNewsCommunity & CultureTue, 16 Sep 2025 11:30:00 GMT/news/2025/09/16/innovation-week-dalhousie-2025.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsJennifer Cameron2025-09-16T11:30:00ZDal student farm invites public to explore sustainable agriculture on Open Farm Day
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鲍鱼tv鈥檚 student-run farm, Sustain by Cultiv8, opens its gates Sept. 21 to showcase hands-on innovation in sustainable farming and food security.AgricultureStudent LifeCommunity & CultureFri, 12 Sep 2025 15:37:00 GMT/news/2025/09/12/dal-agriculture-cultivate.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsStephanie Rogers2025-09-12T15:37:00ZShe shoots, she scores: Commerce student secures co鈥憃ps with the Ottawa Senators, Olympics
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Julia Bissonnette, a third-year commerce student at 鲍鱼tv, credits her pursuit of sport-specific extracurriculars and leading with passion to landing her first two work terms.CommerceStudent LifeManagementThu, 11 Sep 2025 11:00:00 GMT/news/2025/09/11/ottawa-senators-olympics-julia-bissonnette.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsTanis Trainor2025-09-11T11:00:00ZMindful mixology night blends mocktail sips with consent education
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Students learned about mocktails and consent in a fun, alcohol-free space alongside local bartenders and mixologists at this unique O-Week event.Student LifeNewsCommunity & CultureTue, 09 Sep 2025 11:30:00 GMT/news/2025/09/09/mocktails-mixology-consent-dalhousie-.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsLinden Thomas2025-09-09T11:30:00ZNew to Dal, Truro鈥慹dition: Scenes from Spirit Day on the Agricultural Campus
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鲍鱼tv's newest crop of Aggies and others in the Truro Start program brought energy to the Agricultural Campus Monday during a day of exciting orientation activities. See photos of all the fun.AgricultureStudent LifeCommunity & CultureFri, 05 Sep 2025 15:00:00 GMT/news/2025/09/05/new-to-dal--truro-edition--scenes-from-o-week-on-the-agricultura.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsPhotos by Cody Turner2025-09-05T15:00:00ZReady to roar: Tiger Welcome Day fuels first鈥憏ear school spirit
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Dal's newest students came together last Saturday for a spirited kick-off to campus life, soaking up high-energy vibes, making new connections, and posing for a first-ever drone-shot class photo.Student LifeNewsCommunity & CultureFri, 05 Sep 2025 11:30:00 GMT/news/2025/09/05/tiger-welcome-day-2025-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsFarrah Smith2025-09-05T11:30:00ZDal students rescue campus essentials at expanded Free Store
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More than 1,200 students scored big at Dal's Free Store last week, taking home tens of thousands of dollars worth of goods for free and proving one person's trash can be another's treasure.Student LifeNewsCommunity & CultureThu, 04 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMT/news/2025/09/04/free-store-dalhousie-2025.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsEllie Garry-Jones2025-09-04T13:00:00Z鲍鱼tv鈥檚 O鈥慦eek gets a makeover: One calendar, one community
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鲍鱼tv鈥檚 revamped O-Week brings students together with a single calendar, bold spirit, and deep collaboration that will set the stage for lasting friendships and a strong start to university life.Student LifeResidenceNewsCommunity & CultureFri, 29 Aug 2025 16:45:00 GMT/news/2025/08/28/orientation-week-2025-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsMatt Reeder2025-08-29T16:45:00ZNew faces, safe spaces: 鲍鱼tv鈥檚 O鈥慦eek welcomes students from all walks of life
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鲍鱼tv鈥檚 O-Week offers inclusive events for queer, rural, and mature students, plus wellness spaces and socials designed to help everyone feel at home on campus.Student LifeStudent ServicesCommunity & CultureFri, 29 Aug 2025 15:00:00 GMT/news/2025/08/28/dalhousie-orientation-inclusion.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsLinden Thomas2025-08-29T15:00:00ZThe Road to 150: How industry partnerships are shaping 鲍鱼tv鈥檚 agricultural future
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鲍鱼tv celebrates 15 years of partnership with Case IH and Tidal Tractor, marking the path toward 150 machinery units that have transformed agricultural education for thousands of students.AgricultureStudent LifeNewsTue, 19 Aug 2025 11:30:00 GMT/news/2025/08/19/dalhousie-agriculture-technology-partnership.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsStephanie Rogers2025-08-19T11:30:00ZDal launches new entrepreneurial AI program for startups in Atlantic Canada
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AI2Market mirrors the nationally recognized Lab2Market entrepreneurship program with a focus on training students in AI.聽 Fourth-year Computer Science student Vansh Sood shares his experience.Student LifeComputer ScienceFri, 15 Aug 2025 10:00:00 GMT/news/2025/08/15/ai2market-launch.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsTanis Trainor2025-08-15T10:00:00ZHigh winds, high scores: Dal Engineering students take bronze on global stage with offshore wind turbine design
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A trio of 鲍鱼tv students and recent graduates earned international recognition this summer for their innovative offshore wind turbine design in Belgium.Student LifeMechanical EngineeringElectrical and Computer EngineeringEngineeringThu, 14 Aug 2025 08:45:00 GMT/news/2025/08/14/offshore-wind-turbine-competition-belgium.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsTheresa Ann Salah2025-08-14T08:45:00ZDal PhD student arctic research showcased in NSERC photo competition
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鈥淪mall boats, big glaciers鈥� 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.Student LifeBiologyScienceGraduate StudiesMon, 11 Aug 2025 09:30:00 GMT/news/2025/08/11/nserc-science-exposed-patrick-white.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsTanis Trainor2025-08-11T09:30:00ZTop鈥憈ier leadership: New 鲍鱼tv鈥慚cCall MacBain scholarship cohort announced
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From climate action to tech innovation, these 25 students are redefining what it means to lead with purpose.Student LifeNewsMon, 07 Jul 2025 11:30:00 GMT/news/2025/07/07/student-leadership-scholarship.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsStaff2025-07-07T11:30:00ZShe's engineering change: Sarah Mesalmeh embraces hands鈥憃n learning opportunities combining engineering and agriculture
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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.AgricultureStudent LifeEngineeringFri, 27 Jun 2025 09:45:00 GMT/news/2025/06/27/women-in-engineering-sarah-masalmeh.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsStephanie Rogers2025-06-27T09:45:00ZBehind the lens: Scenes from the Class of 2025's Spring Convocation
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We were there to capture some of the many special moments at Dal's 21 Spring Convocation ceremonies.Student LifeConvocationNewsFri, 20 Jun 2025 14:00:00 GMT/news/2025/06/20/scenes-from-convocation.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsPhotos by Danny Abriel2025-06-20T14:00:00ZGrad profile: Embracing waves of change
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Ruth Riley, a 鲍鱼tv grad rooted in Lake Loon鈥檚 rich heritage, blends her love for the ocean with a deep commitment to marine conservation and empowering future Black scientists.Student LifeConvocationScienceThu, 19 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT/news/2025/06/19/grad-profile-ocean-conservation-community-impact.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsJocelyn Adams Moss2025-06-19T11:30:00ZGrad profile: An evolutionary journey
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After arriving at Dal somewhat by chance 15 years ago, PhD graduate James Kho has become a much-loved figure in the Department of Biology thanks to his positive attitude and research and teaching accomplishmentsStudent LifeConvocationScienceThu, 19 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT/news/2025/06/19/grad-profile--an-evolutionary-journey.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsKenneth Conrad2025-06-19T11:30:00ZGrad profile: The power of new experiences
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Co-op placements and experiential learning opportunities enhanced Biology grad Meg Langlais鈥檚 time at Dal, helping her gain new perspectives and find herself over the course of her undergraduate degree.Student LifeConvocationScienceThu, 19 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT/news/2025/06/19/grad-profile--the-power-of-new-experiences.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsKenneth Conrad2025-06-19T11:30:00ZGrad profile: From board games to cybersecurity
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What began as a master鈥檚 degree in computer science for Rafael Copstein morphed into a PhD in cybersecurity and software architecture.Computer ScienceStudent LifeConvocationWed, 18 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT/news/2025/06/18/grad-profile--from-board-games-to-cybersecurity.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsEmily MacKinnon2025-06-18T11:30:00ZGrad profile: Tech dreams take flight
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Shreya Sharma once dreamed of space, but found her true calling in tech. At Dal, she rose as a campus leader, helping build community and inspire others with a message of empowerment.Computer ScienceStudent LifeConvocationWed, 18 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT/news/2025/06/18/grad-profile-leadership-dreams.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsEmily MacKinnon2025-06-18T11:30:00ZGrad profile: Shipped with purpose
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Shivam Chauhan鈥檚 journey from international student to area manager with Amazon showcases how passion, perseverance, and engineering excellence can deliver success.Student LifeConvocationEngineeringTue, 17 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT/news/2025/06/17/grad-profile-shipped-with-purpose.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsTheresa Anne Salah2025-06-17T11:30:00ZAggies once, Aggies twice: Celebrating leadership, legacy, and lifelong bonds at grad banquet
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The Faculty of Agriculture鈥檚 Graduation Banquet celebrated the Class of 2025 with heartfelt tributes, prestigious awards, and a lasting legacy of leadership, learning, and community spirit.AgricultureStudent LifeConvocationFri, 13 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT/news/2025/06/13/agriculture-convocation-leadership-legacy-awards.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsStephanie Rogers2025-06-13T11:30:00ZGrad profile: Empowering community through health care
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Driven by passion and resilience, Andrea Paul-McCoy, an Indigenous nurse from Natoaganeg, overcomes personal and systemic challenges to become a culturally grounded Nurse Practitioner serving her community.Student LifeConvocationHealth ProfessionsNursingThu, 12 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT/news/2025/06/12/grad-profile--empowering-community-through-health-care.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnewsTerry Murray-Arnold2025-06-12T11:30:00Z