Student Life
What new Dal students couldn't leave behind
From Lego flowers and a chewed Nerf dart to treasured gifts and childhood keepsakes, new Dal students share the meaningful items helping residence feel like home. Read more.
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Friday, September 11, 2026
The annual return of students brings renewed energy to campus. Explore the scale of move-in through photos and key stats.
Friday, September 4, 2026
With mentors, dedicated gathering spaces and year-round programming, a student-led initiative is helping commuters and renters build community.
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Thousands of incoming students came together on Tiger Welcome Day to celebrate the start of university life, turning first-week uncertainty into shared experiences, lasting memories and new connections.
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Thursday, June 19, 2025
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
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Co-op placements and experiential learning opportunities enhanced Biology grad Meg Langlais鈥檚 time at Dal, helping her gain new perspectives and find herself over the course of her undergraduate degree.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
What began as a master鈥檚 degree in computer science for Rafael Copstein morphed into a PhD in cybersecurity and software architecture.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
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.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Shivam Chauhan鈥檚 journey from international student to area manager with Amazon showcases how passion, perseverance, and engineering excellence can deliver success.