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Bringing African Nova Scotian archives into focus: Dal convenes community dialogue

Bringing African Nova Scotian archives into focus: Dal convenes community dialogue

ÈâÈ⴫ý invited members of the African Nova Scotian community to campus, including leaders from museums and cultural centres across the province, to discuss how to work together to preserve and share historical records and artifacts.  Read more.

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Photos by Cody Turner, Nick Pearce, and Bruce Bottomley
Friday, June 12, 2026
As convocation comes to a close, here are a few moments from the past weeks captured on stage, behind the scenes, and in between.
Courtney Bragg
Friday, June 12, 2026
Building on ÈâÈ⴫ý’s Engagement Days, a recent symposium at Dal convened municipal leaders and researchers to address climate, infrastructure and planning pressures shaping water management across Nova Scotia communities.
Matt Reeder
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Staff and faculty reflect on fresh insights, big‑picture thinking, and renewed inspiration sparked at this popular spring gathering, touching on AI, belonging, and the student experience.

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Tanis Trainor
Friday, July 4, 2025
A partnership with a nearby community school tapped into children's creativity to ensure the new medical sciences building feel inviting once it opens later this year.
Maryem Zia
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
This year’s DPMG Awards recognize eight exceptional professionals whose leadership, innovation, and service continue to strengthen ÈâÈ⴫ý’s mission and enrich the university community in meaningful, lasting ways.
Stephanie Rogers
Friday, June 27, 2025
A ÈâÈ⴫ý-led garden program at a Nova Scotia women’s prison is helping inmates build skills, confidence, and community while growing food and hope. The initiative has been renewed for three more years.
Matt Reeder
Friday, June 20, 2025
ÈâÈ⴫ý’s Spring Convocation this year featured a new Indigenous stole, a red ceremonial garment symbolizing pride, academic achievement, and belonging for graduating Indigenous students.
Sharon E. Straus and Françoise Baylis
Friday, June 13, 2025
As climate change and disrupted weather patterns impact countries around the world, leaders must act to mitigate the negative effects on public health.