Community

From 'scandalous' cycling trousers to velvet gowns, students revive 1897 fashion

From 'scandalous' cycling trousers to velvet gowns, students revive 1897 fashion

Step inside this year’s Historical Dress showcase for an up‑close look at the craftsmanship, collaboration and historical detail behind the garments students spent a year bringing to life.  Read more.

Featured News

Matt Reeder
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
As exams and deadlines converge, the Killam and other campus libraries become places of problem‑solving, empathy, and practical help, highlighting how support services carry students through critical academic moments.
Amanda Kirby-Sheppard
Friday, March 20, 2026
More than 80 people gathered for the 15th annual Weldon Literary Moot based on Mary Shelley’s 1818 Gothic novel Frankenstein, raising $4,530 for charity.
Ariann Greenidge
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Dal’s inaugural menopause event highlighted shared experiences, practical tools, and a push for workplace inclusion, ending with a pledge to support employees through this life stage.

Archives - Community

Erin Elaine Casey
Thursday, October 4, 2018
Lieutenant-General RomĂ©o Dallaire has been named the seventh recipient of the ±«Óătv Faculty of Management’s Scotiabank Ethical Leadership Award, which honours Canadians who exemplify exceptional qualities of character, courage and adherence to ethical principles.
Ryan McNutt
Wednesday, October 3, 2018
±«Óătv’s Ignite dinner brought more than 1,200 alumni, friends, donors and community members to the Halifax Convention Centre to kick off the university’s third century with a celebration of creativity and inspiration in all its forms — from the scientist’s lab to the performing artist’s stage.
Ryan McNutt and Carolina Bustamante
Tuesday, October 2, 2018
Dal community celebrated respect in its community at its annual Pink Day events last week, featuring a community BBQ and other gatherings across all four campuses.
Ryan McNutt (with files from ASLA)
Monday, October 1, 2018
Prior to the start of the fall term, Dal faculty and students welcomed 30 science teachers from across the province to campus for a free day of learning and professionally development through the Atlantic Science Links Association.
Erin Casey
Thursday, September 27, 2018
Nova Scotia artist Holly Carr has designed exclusive anniversary line featuring scarves, ties and other items — the first of which are now available from the ±«Óătv Bookstore.