Dal News - Student Life /news.html Dal News - Student Life Fri, 29 Aug 2025 19:13:36 GMT 2025-08-29T19:13:36Z ČâČ⴫ý’s O‑Week gets a makeover: One calendar, one community /news/2025/08/28/orientation-week-2025-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews ČâČ⴫ý’s 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 Life Residence News Community & Culture Fri, 29 Aug 2025 16:45:00 GMT /news/2025/08/28/orientation-week-2025-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2025-08-29T16:45:00Z New faces, safe spaces: ČâČ⴫ý’s O‑Week welcomes students from all walks of life /news/2025/08/28/dalhousie-orientation-inclusion.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews ČâČ⴫ý’s 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 Life Student Services Community & Culture Fri, 29 Aug 2025 15:00:00 GMT /news/2025/08/28/dalhousie-orientation-inclusion.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Linden Thomas 2025-08-29T15:00:00Z The Road to 150: How industry partnerships are shaping ČâČ⴫ý’s agricultural future /news/2025/08/19/dalhousie-agriculture-technology-partnership.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews ČâČâ´«Ă˝ 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. Agriculture Student Life News Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/08/19/dalhousie-agriculture-technology-partnership.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Stephanie Rogers 2025-08-19T11:30:00Z Dal launches new entrepreneurial AI program for startups in Atlantic Canada /news/2025/08/15/ai2market-launch.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews AI2Market mirrors the nationally recognized Lab2Market entrepreneurship program with a focus on training students in AI.  Fourth-year Computer Science student Vansh Sood shares his experience. Student Life Computer Science Fri, 15 Aug 2025 10:00:00 GMT /news/2025/08/15/ai2market-launch.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Tanis Trainor 2025-08-15T10:00:00Z High winds, high scores: Dal Engineering students take bronze on global stage with offshore wind turbine design /news/2025/08/14/offshore-wind-turbine-competition-belgium.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A trio of ČâČâ´«Ă˝ students and recent graduates earned international recognition this summer for their innovative offshore wind turbine design in Belgium. Student Life Mechanical Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering Engineering Thu, 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=dalnews Theresa Ann Salah 2025-08-14T08:45:00Z Dal PhD student arctic research showcased in NSERC photo competition /news/2025/08/11/nserc-science-exposed-patrick-white.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews “Small boats, big glaciers” 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 Life Biology Science Graduate Studies Mon, 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=dalnews Tanis Trainor 2025-08-11T09:30:00Z Top‑tier leadership: New ČâČ⴫ý‑McCall MacBain scholarship cohort announced /news/2025/07/07/student-leadership-scholarship.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews From climate action to tech innovation, these 25 students are redefining what it means to lead with purpose. Student Life News Mon, 07 Jul 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/07/07/student-leadership-scholarship.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Staff 2025-07-07T11:30:00Z She's engineering change: Sarah Mesalmeh embraces hands‑on learning opportunities combining engineering and agriculture /news/2025/06/27/women-in-engineering-sarah-masalmeh.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 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. Agriculture Student Life Engineering Fri, 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=dalnews Stephanie Rogers 2025-06-27T09:45:00Z Behind the lens: Scenes from the Class of 2025's Spring Convocation /news/2025/06/20/scenes-from-convocation.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews We were there to capture some of the many special moments at Dal's 21 Spring Convocation ceremonies. Student Life Convocation News Fri, 20 Jun 2025 14:00:00 GMT /news/2025/06/20/scenes-from-convocation.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Photos by Danny Abriel 2025-06-20T14:00:00Z Grad profile: Embracing waves of change /news/2025/06/19/grad-profile-ocean-conservation-community-impact.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ruth Riley, a ČâČâ´«Ă˝ grad rooted in Lake Loon’s rich heritage, blends her love for the ocean with a deep commitment to marine conservation and empowering future Black scientists. Student Life Convocation Science Thu, 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=dalnews Jocelyn Adams Moss 2025-06-19T11:30:00Z Grad profile: An evolutionary journey /news/2025/06/19/grad-profile--an-evolutionary-journey.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 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 accomplishments Student Life Convocation Science Thu, 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=dalnews Kenneth Conrad 2025-06-19T11:30:00Z Grad profile: The power of new experiences /news/2025/06/19/grad-profile--the-power-of-new-experiences.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Co-op placements and experiential learning opportunities enhanced Biology grad Meg Langlais’s time at Dal, helping her gain new perspectives and find herself over the course of her undergraduate degree. Student Life Convocation Science Thu, 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=dalnews Kenneth Conrad 2025-06-19T11:30:00Z Grad profile: From board games to cybersecurity /news/2025/06/18/grad-profile--from-board-games-to-cybersecurity.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews What began as a master’s degree in computer science for Rafael Copstein morphed into a PhD in cybersecurity and software architecture. Computer Science Student Life Convocation Wed, 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=dalnews Emily MacKinnon 2025-06-18T11:30:00Z Grad profile: Tech dreams take flight /news/2025/06/18/grad-profile-leadership-dreams.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 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 Science Student Life Convocation Wed, 18 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/18/grad-profile-leadership-dreams.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Emily MacKinnon 2025-06-18T11:30:00Z Grad profile: Shipped with purpose /news/2025/06/17/grad-profile-shipped-with-purpose.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Shivam Chauhan’s journey from international student to area manager with Amazon showcases how passion, perseverance, and engineering excellence can deliver success. Student Life Convocation Engineering Tue, 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=dalnews Theresa Anne Salah 2025-06-17T11:30:00Z Aggies once, Aggies twice: Celebrating leadership, legacy, and lifelong bonds at grad banquet /news/2025/06/13/agriculture-convocation-leadership-legacy-awards.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews The Faculty of Agriculture’s Graduation Banquet celebrated the Class of 2025 with heartfelt tributes, prestigious awards, and a lasting legacy of leadership, learning, and community spirit. Agriculture Student Life Convocation Fri, 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=dalnews Stephanie Rogers 2025-06-13T11:30:00Z Grad profile: Empowering community through health care /news/2025/06/12/grad-profile--empowering-community-through-health-care.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 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 Life Convocation Health Professions Nursing Thu, 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=dalnews Terry Murray-Arnold 2025-06-12T11:30:00Z Grad profile: A full‑circle moment /news/2025/06/12/grad-profile--a-full-circle-moment.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Health Sciences grad Becky Foster shares how a childhood diagnosis sparked a passion for sonography, leading to research, advocacy, and a career rooted in care. Student Life Health Professions Convocation Thu, 12 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/12/grad-profile--a-full-circle-moment.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Terry Murray-Arnold 2025-06-12T11:30:00Z Grad profile: Inspiring through sport and service /news/2025/06/12/grad-profile-sports-scholar.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Miguel Nkeng, a student-athlete turned scholar, shares how mentorship, global experiences, and a passion for wellness shaped his purpose and inspired a future rooted in impact. Student Life Convocation Health Professions Thu, 12 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/12/grad-profile-sports-scholar.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Terry Murray-Arnold 2025-06-12T11:30:00Z Grad profile: Embracing ambition /news/2025/06/11/grad-profile--mohammed-hamedelniel.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Mohammed Hamedelniel turned a side hustle into a thriving real estate venture, all while earning his degree, leading campus life, and chasing big dreams with entrepreneurial drive. Student Life Convocation Management Wed, 11 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/11/grad-profile--mohammed-hamedelniel.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Sonya Jampolsky 2025-06-11T11:30:00Z Grad profile: 'They'd be so proud' /news/2025/06/11/grad-profile---they-d-be-so-proud-.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Veterinarian Dr. Lesley Zwicker earns her fifth degree — an online blended MBA from ČâČâ´«Ă˝ — honoring her late parents and expanding her impact in veterinary radiology and leadership. Student Life Convocation Management Wed, 11 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/11/grad-profile---they-d-be-so-proud-.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews RenĂ©e Hartleib 2025-06-11T11:30:00Z A milestone moment: Dal celebrates first graduates of groundbreaking Black and African Diaspora Studies major /news/2025/06/10/grad-profiles-black-and-african-diaspora-studies.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews This spring, ČâČâ´«Ă˝ marks a historic milestone as the first graduates of its Black and African Diaspora Studies major cross the Convocation stage. Meet James Dixon and Portia Wright. Student Life Arts and Social Sciences Science Convocation Community & Culture Tue, 10 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/10/grad-profiles-black-and-african-diaspora-studies.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kenneth Conrad and Genevieve MacIntyre 2025-06-10T11:30:00Z Grad profile: A political awakening abroad /news/2025/06/10/grad-profile-a-political-awakening.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Meaghan De Adder’s global adventure sparked a powerful political awakening — from Halifax roots to Seoul streets — and a thesis that challenges injustice towards women. Student Life Arts and Social Sciences Political Science International Development Studies Convocation Tue, 10 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/10/grad-profile-a-political-awakening.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Genevieve MacIntyre 2025-06-10T11:30:00Z Grad profile: Making sense of identity /news/2025/06/10/grad-profile-mystique-culture.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Uihyeok Jung, a Korean immigrant to Canada, overcame language barriers, embraced his cultural identity, and pursued sociology and history, culminating in award-winning research on Korean emotion and social movements. Student Life Arts and Social Sciences History Convocation Sociology and Social Anthropology Tue, 10 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/10/grad-profile-mystique-culture.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Genevieve MacIntyre 2025-06-10T11:30:00Z Grad profile: Raves to revival /news/2025/06/10/grad-profile--from-raves-to-revival.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews From growing up between Montreal and Saudi Arabia to finding creative purpose at ČâČâ´«Ă˝, Mahmoud Istanbouli’s path to architecture has been anything but conventional. Student Life Architecture and Planning Convocation Tue, 10 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/10/grad-profile--from-raves-to-revival.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Solange Richer de Lafleche 2025-06-10T11:30:00Z