/news.html Dal News - News Sat, 09 May 2026 00:06:19 GMT 2026-05-09T00:06:19Z /news/2026/05/08/barley-ring-celebration.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews From a father-son surprise to multi-generational families, this year’s Barley Party highlighted the deep ties linking students, alumni, and the future of agriculture. Student Life News Community & Culture Fri, 08 May 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/05/08/barley-ring-celebration.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Stephanie Rogers 2026-05-08T11:30:00Z /news/2026/05/07/rising-tide-dalhousie-strategic-framework.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 91¶ÌÊÓƵ President Kim Brooks discusses the new strategic framework, how it was shaped by community voices, and what it asks of the university and its community. Research Alumni News Financial Services Community & Culture Senior Administration Thu, 07 May 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/05/07/rising-tide-dalhousie-strategic-framework.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2026-05-07T11:30:00Z /news/2026/05/05/glovin-essay-dalhousie-community.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Mia Mackenzie, a Master of Social Work student, earned top honours in Dal’s Glovin Award for an essay urging people to resist division by showing up and staying accountable to community. Research Health Professions News Tue, 05 May 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/05/05/glovin-essay-dalhousie-community.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2026-05-05T11:30:00Z /news/2026/04/30/dalhousie-researchers-secure-major-funding-through-research-nova.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 91¶ÌÊÓƵ researchers are advancing health, clean energy, ocean science, and food innovation with new partner‑driven funding aimed at turning Nova Scotia research strengths into real‑world solutions. Research Science Medicine Agriculture News Engineering Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/30/dalhousie-researchers-secure-major-funding-through-research-nova.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2026-04-30T11:30:00Z /news/2026/04/29/introducing-dalhousie-s-honorary-degree-recipients-for-spring-co.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Five outstanding individuals will receive 91¶ÌÊÓƵ's highest honour during Spring Convocation this year, recognizing achievements in research, global leadership, community impact, and more. News Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/29/introducing-dalhousie-s-honorary-degree-recipients-for-spring-co.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Staff 2026-04-30T11:30:00Z /news/2026/04/29/indigenous-engineering-dalhousie-course.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Developed with Indigenous partners, a new course invites students to explore alternative worldviews and community‑led expertise while considering the broader social responsibilities shaping professional practice. News Engineering Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/29/indigenous-engineering-dalhousie-course.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Theresa Anne Salah 2026-04-29T11:30:00Z /news/2026/04/24/welcome-centre-refresh.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A refreshed space, playful design elements, and a focus on connection are reshaping how prospective students experience Dal, turning a first visit into something memorable, personal, and distinctly Nova Scotian. Student Life News Community & Culture Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/24/welcome-centre-refresh.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2026-04-24T11:30:00Z /news/2026/04/23/royal-veterinary-college-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews This agreement between 91¶ÌÊÓƵ and the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) in London, UK establishes a framework for enhanced international collaboration in areas including academic exchange, research, student mobility, and exploration of veterinary degree pathways. Agriculture News Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/23/royal-veterinary-college-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Stephanie Rogers 2026-04-23T11:30:00Z /news/2026/04/22/exams-dalhousie-library.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 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. Libraries Student Life News Community & Culture Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:18:00 GMT /news/2026/04/22/exams-dalhousie-library.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2026-04-22T13:18:00Z /news/2026/04/17/law-journalism-dalhousie-kings.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Unique in Canada, the four‑year joint JD/MJ program links legal training with journalism practice to prepare graduates for work at the intersection of media, law and public policy. Law News Community & Culture Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/17/law-journalism-dalhousie-kings.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Katherine O’Brien 2026-04-17T11:30:00Z /news/2026/04/10/master-gardener-program-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews From Sri Lanka to Labrador, one gardener is deepening her skills through hands‑on learning and inspiring others to grow their knowledge. Agriculture News Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/10/master-gardener-program-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kamryn Allen 2026-04-10T11:30:00Z /news/2026/04/09/blaine-fiss-research-chemistry.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Known for rethinking materials production and championing inclusive science, Dr. Blaine Fiss is gaining global recognition and momentum as he moves toward the next stage of his academic career. Research Science Chemistry News Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/09/blaine-fiss-research-chemistry.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kenneth Conrad 2026-04-09T11:30:00Z /news/2026/04/08/tigers-celebrated-end-of-year-with-some-big-wins.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Record-setting performances and standout leadership were highlighted, with Cara MacDonald, Lukas Rudaitis, and fellow student-athletes earning top honours across sports, academics, and community impact. Sports Student Life News Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:51:00 GMT /news/2026/04/08/tigers-celebrated-end-of-year-with-some-big-wins.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Sports Information 2026-04-08T17:51:00Z /news/2026/04/02/3mt-final-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 91¶ÌÊÓƵ’s fast‑paced 3MT finals spotlighted student innovation, with materials engineering PhD student Claire Floras rising to the top by translating complex battery science into a compelling, judge‑winning pitch. News Graduate Studies Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:35:00 GMT /news/2026/04/02/3mt-final-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Mia Samardzic 2026-04-02T13:35:00Z /news/2026/04/02/robotics-competition-dalhousie-engineering.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Engineering students got one shot to prove themselves in 91¶ÌÊÓƵ’s annual robotics design competition last week, as their autonomous robots navigated a demanding course following weeks of trial, error and late-night problem-solving. Student Life News Engineering Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/04/02/robotics-competition-dalhousie-engineering.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Wyatt Carling 2026-04-02T11:30:00Z /news/2026/03/31/work-integrated-learning-coop-awards-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews See how this year’s top co‑op students turned professional opportunities into impressive results, earning 91¶ÌÊÓƵ’s highest honour for work‑integrated learning. Student Life News Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:15:00 GMT /news/2026/03/31/work-integrated-learning-coop-awards-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ryan Shields and Meredith Murray 2026-03-31T11:15:00Z /news/2026/03/27/the-race-to-the-2026-3mt-title-enters-its-final-week.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Thirteen finalists will compete on March 31 for the 2026 3MT title — including the first‑ever undergraduate honours contender in the new wildcard category. Student Life Research News Fri, 27 Mar 2026 23:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/27/the-race-to-the-2026-3mt-title-enters-its-final-week.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Joshua Boyter 2026-03-27T23:30:00Z /news/2026/03/25/qs-subject-rankings-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 91¶ÌÊÓƵ earns global recognition across dozens of disciplines, with strong showings in life sciences and natural sciences and a growing number of top-ranked subjects in Canada. Research News Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/25/qs-subject-rankings-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2026-03-25T11:30:00Z /news/2026/03/24/dal-magazine-spring-2026.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Explore stories on Dal’s biomedical hub, research strengthening Canada’s sovereignty, the power of podcasting, and much more. Alumni Research Student Life News Community & Culture Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/24/dal-magazine-spring-2026.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Alison DeLory 2026-03-24T11:30:00Z /news/2026/03/20/-democracy-needs-us---dal-and-royal-society-of-canada-presidents.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Royal Society of Canada President Françoise Baylis and Dal President Kim Brooks hosted an International Women’s Day event in Ottawa earlier this month, bringing together women in leadership roles across government and academia for a discussion about sustaining democracy in an era of challenge. Research Medicine News Senior Administration Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/20/-democracy-needs-us---dal-and-royal-society-of-canada-presidents.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ryan McNutt 2026-03-20T11:30:00Z /news/2026/03/17/killam-library-retrofit-climate-sustainability.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A two‑year deep‑energy retrofit has modernized the Killam Memorial Library’s aging systems, boosting efficiency, reducing emissions, and setting the stage for similar upgrades across campus. Facilities Management Office of Sustainability News Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/17/killam-library-retrofit-climate-sustainability.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2026-03-17T11:30:00Z /news/2026/03/13/canada-foundation-innovation-funding-announcement-infrastructure-systems-climate-ocean-digital-water.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dal research teams are receiving more than $7.3M in Canada Foundation for Innovation support to expand labs and tools driving breakthroughs in water resilience, ocean science, marine tracking, and digital stewardship of Canada’s past Research Management Science News Engineering Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT /news/2026/03/13/canada-foundation-innovation-funding-announcement-infrastructure-systems-climate-ocean-digital-water.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2026-03-13T16:00:00Z /news/2026/03/16/oulton-stanish-centre-dalhousie-opening.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 91¶ÌÊÓƵ’s newest campus facility brings hockey back to South Street while expanding physiotherapy services, recreation programs, and opportunities for students and the Halifax community. Facilities Management News Community & Culture Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/16/oulton-stanish-centre-dalhousie-opening.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Alison DeLory 2026-03-13T11:30:00Z /news/2026/03/11/the-pitt-crave-ring-rescue.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A Nova Scotia‑engineered Ring Rescue device, born at 91¶ÌÊÓƵ and now used across North America, appeared in an episode of the award‑sweeping medical drama this week, showcasing real-life emergency innovation. Alumni Medicine News Community & Culture Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/11/the-pitt-crave-ring-rescue.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dayna Park 2026-03-12T11:30:00Z /news/2026/03/11/kimberly-hall-killam-fellowship-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dr. Kimberley Hall’s Killam fellowship will accelerate her collaboration with NRC partners as they work to advance quantum hardware and strengthen Canada’s future secure‑tech capabilities. Research Science Physics and Atmospheric Science News Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/11/kimberly-hall-killam-fellowship-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kenneth Conrad 2026-03-11T11:30:00Z