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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.

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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.

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Ryan McNutt
Thursday, August 28, 2014
This week the Dal community and the university’s neighbours were able to tour the new LeMarchant Mixed-Use Building in advance of its official opening, exploring the residence spaces and services available to students.
Rosalie Fralick
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
In July and August, Dal's Starting Lean initiative hosted "Summ'er UP!," an accelerator program to help young entrepreneurs get up and going with new business ideas.
Emma Skagen
Friday, August 22, 2014
Dal Children and Youth in Challenging Contexts network launches campaign asking youth to submit creative projects about their experiences with mental health issues.
Ryan McNutt
Friday, August 22, 2014
Dal faculty, staff and students are taking part in an awareness and fundraising campaign to fight ALS — one that's taking social media by storm.
Ryan McNutt
Thursday, August 21, 2014
Dal ESL students and staff took part in World Student Day event, organized by Languages Canada in celebration of the contribution that languages students make to life in Canada.