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ÈâÈ⴫ý researchers secure major funding through Research Nova Scotia competition

ÈâÈ⴫ý researchers secure major funding through Research Nova Scotia competition

ÈâÈ⴫ý 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.  Read more.

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ÈâÈ⴫ý course brings Indigenous knowledge into engineering education
ÈâÈ⴫ý course brings Indigenous knowledge into engineering education
Theresa Anne Salah
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
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.
A warmer welcome: ÈâÈ⴫ý reimagines its Welcome Centre for a new generation of students
A warmer welcome: ÈâÈ⴫ý reimagines its Welcome Centre for a new generation of students
Matt Reeder
Friday, April 24, 2026
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.
From energy hog to efficiency leader: Dal's largest library cuts energy use by more than 50% with retrofit
From energy hog to efficiency leader: Dal's largest library cuts energy use by more than 50% with retrofit
Matt Reeder
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
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.

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ÈâÈ⴫ý maintains top 20 per cent showing in THE World University Rankings
Stefanie Wilson
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
This year's ranking places Dal at 301-350 out of a pool of 1,799 global universities.
Dal alum’s $1‑million gift to create paediatric and adult special needs dental clinic
Cheryl Bell
Friday, October 7, 2022
The new Tze/Chiang Paediatric and Adult Special Needs Clinic in the Faculty of Dentistry was made possible through a $1-million gift from alumna Dr. Theresa Chiang (BSc’61, DDS’65) in memory of her late husband, paediatric physician Dr. Wah Jun Tze (MD’65).
ÈâÈ⴫ý climbs higher in 2023 Maclean’s University Rankings
Stefanie Wilson
Friday, October 7, 2022
ÈâÈ⴫ý advanced into seventh place in Maclean’s ranking of Canada’s best Medical Doctoral universities — an improvement over its eighth place ranking last year and enough to move it into the top half of its competitive category.
New international tuition proposal would guarantee fees for future students, provide new investments in student experience
Staff
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
ÈâÈ⴫ý rolls out a new approach to undergraduate international tuition for consultation ahead of Board approval, seeking input on potential priorities for investment.
Statement from President Deep Saini on unsanctioned street parties near Studley campus
President Deep Saini
Sunday, October 2, 2022
Today, we share in the frustration of our community and partners regarding last night’s reckless behaviour and the organization of unsanctioned and illegal street parties near campus.