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Dal鈥檚 Michael Ungar blends narrative and research in new novel Orphans in the Garden

Dal鈥檚 Michael Ungar blends narrative and research in new novel Orphans in the Garden

After publishing hundreds of academic works, social work professor Dr. Michael Ungar turns to magical realism to bring complex child welfare issues to a broader audience.  Read more.

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Alison DeLory
Friday, October 16, 2026
As awareness of menopause grows, a Dal expert is helping shape conversations from campus workplaces to national policy, advocating for better support, education, and research.
Amanda Kirby-Sheppard
Thursday, October 29, 2026
The new clinic offers free assistance to Canadians while providing law students the chance to gain practical, hands-on experience in tax dispute resolution.
Photography by Daniel Jardine and Alexa Cude
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Dal's 16th annual Mawio鈥檓i brought Indigenous and non-Indigenous people together in celebration of Indigenous cultures. These photos capture moments of connection, learning and celebration from throughout the day.

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Kevin Bradley
Monday, September 23, 2013
Organizations such as the DSU and the Springtide Collective are hoping students take the opportunity to have their say in the Nova Scotia provincial election. Look for polling stations on campus starting this week.
Ryan McNutt
Friday, September 20, 2013
Dal prepares for its annual Pink Day celebration on September 25, featuring pink fashion, cake, BBQs and a guest lecture -- all focused on respect in our community.
Ryan McNutt
Friday, September 20, 2013
Students and employees take the lead in supporting an important dialogue; "Take Back the Campus" rally scheduled for Tuesday.
Jessica Chisholm
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
The Aboriginal Health Sciences Initiative's second Junior University took aboriginal youth on a tour through the health disciplines, drawing connections between western and indigenous knowledge.
Schulich School of Law / Dal News
Thursday, August 1, 2013
Burnley "Rocky" Jones, beloved activist and human rights champion who passed away this week, helped establish Dal's Transition Year Program and the Indigenous Blacks and Mi'kmaq Initiative.