Dal News /news.html Dal News Sat, 25 Oct 2025 02:08:15 GMT 2025-10-25T02:08:15Z Tigers welcome newest members of the Sport Hall of Fame /news/2025/10/27/tigers-welcome-newest-members-of-the-sport-hall-of-fame.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews This year's class of accomplished inductees includes Simon Watts, Scott Bagnell, Carla Perry, Jocelyn LeBlanc, Simon Farine and the 2023-04 men's hockey team. Sports Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:41:00 GMT /news/2025/10/27/tigers-welcome-newest-members-of-the-sport-hall-of-fame.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Chelsea Norris 2025-10-24T15:41:00Z Authoritarianism rising: Stanfield Conversation probes how the rule of law is being subverted /news/2025/10/24/stanfield-conversation-2025-law.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews ÍøºìºÚÁÏ’s Stanfield Conversation addressed the erosion of democratic norms, warning that trust, not just laws, is essential to safeguarding democracy amid rising authoritarian tendencies. Law News Community & Culture Fri, 24 Oct 2025 14:15:00 GMT /news/2025/10/24/stanfield-conversation-2025-law.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ellie Garry-Jones 2025-10-24T14:15:00Z New clinic set to revolutionize respiratory care in Nova Scotia /news/2025/10/24/nova-scotia-respiratory-health-clinic.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A new clinic led by Dal and community partners — with funding from GSK Canada — will offer faster, community-based respiratory care that empowers patients and trains future professionals while easing pressure on Nova Scotia’s overstretched health system. Research Medicine Health Professions News Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/24/nova-scotia-respiratory-health-clinic.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dal Health staff (with files from GSK Canada) 2025-10-24T11:30:00Z A focus on collaboration: Meet new Senate Chair Dr. Sachin Seth /news/2025/10/24/sachin-seth-dalhousie-senate-chair.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews ÍøºìºÚÁÏ Senate returned this fall with new chair Dr. Sachin Seth, tackling academic challenges with collaboration, curiosity, and a renewed focus on inclusive, forward-thinking governance. News Senior Administration Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/24/sachin-seth-dalhousie-senate-chair.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ryan McNutt 2025-10-24T11:30:00Z Sound science: Dal researchers listen to the deep to decode ocean's changing chemistry /news/2025/10/24/ocean-sound-acidity-research.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews By listening to the sounds of the ocean, researchers can determine its alkalinity and monitor changes in acidity of seawater. Research Science Oceanography Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/24/ocean-sound-acidity-research.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Alison Auld 2025-10-24T11:30:00Z From Arctic law to viral epidemics: ÍøºìºÚÁÏ's newest Canada Research Chairs are taking on emerging challenges /news/2025/10/23/canada-research-chairs-dalhousie-2025.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews ÍøºìºÚÁÏ celebrates new and renewed Canada Research Chairs tackling global challenges from Arctic law and anti-Black racism to climate resilience, clean energy, and pandemic preparedness. Agriculture Health Professions Mechanical Engineering Research Science Medicine Chemistry News Engineering Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/23/canada-research-chairs-dalhousie-2025.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2025-10-23T11:30:00Z Tigers well represented in AUS men's soccer awards /news/2025/10/23/tigers-well-represented-in-aus-men-s-soccer-awards.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Five Tigers named all-stars and head coach Alan Jazic named coach of the year in the announcement on Wednesday. Sports Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:44:00 GMT /news/2025/10/23/tigers-well-represented-in-aus-men-s-soccer-awards.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Chelsea Norris 2025-10-22T16:44:00Z Tigers dominate the AUS women's soccer awards /news/2025/10/23/tigers-dominate-the-aus-women-s-soccer-awards.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Head coach Cindy Tye leads the team with coach of the year honours and five athletes were named all-stars today. Sports Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT /news/2025/10/23/tigers-dominate-the-aus-women-s-soccer-awards.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Chelsea Norris 2025-10-22T16:00:00Z Ask an expert: It’s tough out there for renters. A new survey explores why /news/2025/10/22/housing-renters-tenants-nova-scotia-survey.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A groundbreaking survey from ÍøºìºÚÁÏ Legal Aid Service reveals trends in affordability, security, and tenants’ rights in Nova Scotia. Lead author Hannah Main opens up about the findings and the need for urgent policy reform. Law News Community & Culture Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT /news/2025/10/22/housing-renters-tenants-nova-scotia-survey.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Linden Thomas 2025-10-22T13:00:00Z Tigers Weekend Action (Oct. 20) /news/2025/10/20/tigers-weekend-action--oct--20-.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews This weekend marked the end of the regular season for the fall sports. Sports Mon, 20 Oct 2025 13:29:04 GMT /news/2025/10/20/tigers-weekend-action--oct--20-.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Chelsea Norris 2025-10-20T13:29:04Z Student's winning Sable Island research idea earns her trip to remote outpost /news/2025/10/20/student-s-winning-sable-island-research-idea-earns-her-trip-to-t.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Science student May Engelhardt visited Sable Island this month, where she spent the day carrying out research to support conservation efforts. Research Biology Science Mon, 20 Oct 2025 12:21:00 GMT /news/2025/10/20/student-s-winning-sable-island-research-idea-earns-her-trip-to-t.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Farrah Smith 2025-10-20T12:21:00Z In photos: Dal's 15th Mawio'mi brings colour and connection to campus /news/2025/10/17/mawiomi-dalhousie-2025.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dal's Mawio'mi transformed campus into a vibrant celebration of Mi'kmaw culture, bringing together community members of all ages for dance, food, and connection. Community & Culture Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:20:00 GMT /news/2025/10/17/mawiomi-dalhousie-2025.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Danny Abriel 2025-10-17T14:20:00Z CBC’s Mary Lynk on democracy’s crossroads: 'Lines are being crossed that once seemed unimaginable' /news/2025/10/17/stanfield-conversations-2025-moderator-mary-lynk.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Journalist and Dal alum Mary Lynk returns to her alma mater to moderate the 2025 Stanfield Conversation on challenges to the rule of law and the future of liberal democracy. Arts and Social Sciences Community & Culture Fri, 17 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/17/stanfield-conversations-2025-moderator-mary-lynk.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Genevieve MacIntyre 2025-10-17T11:30:00Z Art meets academia: ÍøºìºÚÁÏ represents at Nocturne 2025 /news/2025/10/17/nocturne-2025-halifax-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews ÍøºìºÚÁÏ artists and innovators dig deep, showing the university's creative footprint in Halifax’s largest public art festival. Computer Science Architecture and Planning Arts and Social Sciences Community & Culture Thu, 16 Oct 2025 17:21:00 GMT /news/2025/10/17/nocturne-2025-halifax-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Wyatt Carling 2025-10-16T17:21:00Z Transformational $2M gift allows for greater investment in community health and wellness /news/2025/10/16/dalhousie-physiotherapy-clinic-gift.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews The gift from Leslie McLean (MN’02) and Scott McCain to the Oulton-Stanish Centre will ensure that the ÍøºìºÚÁÏ Physiotherapy Clinic can provide expanded care to members of the ÍøºìºÚÁÏ and broader community. Alumni Student Life Student Services News Community & Culture Thu, 16 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT /news/2025/10/16/dalhousie-physiotherapy-clinic-gift.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Emma Sutro 2025-10-16T13:00:00Z Life, death, and everything in between: Everybody comes to ÍøºìºÚÁÏ’s stage /news/2025/10/14/everybody-dal-theatre.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Everybody, the sold-out DalTheatre production running from Wednesday to Saturday this week, invites audiences on an unpredictable journey through life, death, and meaning. Student Life Arts and Social Sciences Community & Culture Wed, 15 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT /news/2025/10/14/everybody-dal-theatre.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ellie Garry-Jones 2025-10-15T13:00:00Z ÍøºìºÚÁÏ places ninth in 2026 Maclean's university rankings /news/2025/10/15/macleans-university-rankings-2026.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dal ranked among Canada’s top 10 Medical Doctoral universities in the latest Maclean's report, showing gains in reputation and scholarships. Student Life News Wed, 15 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT /news/2025/10/15/macleans-university-rankings-2026.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2025-10-15T13:00:00Z When in Rome: Dal battery research pioneer receives global energy and sustainability award /news/2025/10/10/jeff-dahn-eni-award-renewable-energy.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dr. Jeff Dahn, an icon in the world of battery technology, earned a top international science prize in Italy this week for his contributions to the global energy transition. Research Science Chemistry News Physics and Atmospheric Science Fri, 10 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/10/jeff-dahn-eni-award-renewable-energy.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kenneth Conrad 2025-10-10T11:30:00Z Scholarship fuels young innovators in agriculture at ÍøºìºÚÁÏ /news/2025/10/10/dalhousie-agriculture-student-scholarships-bmo.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A new generation of researchers is working to reshape the future of agriculture with a powerful boost from BMO. Agriculture Student Life News Fri, 10 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/10/dalhousie-agriculture-student-scholarships-bmo.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Stephanie Rogers 2025-10-10T11:30:00Z Atlantic Canada's brightest student founders shine during ÍøºìºÚÁÏ Demo Day /news/2025/10/08/dalhousie-demo-day-2025-innovation.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Student-led startups stepped into the spotlight during Innovation Week, showcasing an impressive range of innovations from bioplastics to bone-cancer detection. Find out who walked away the winners. Research Student Life News Community & Culture Wed, 08 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/08/dalhousie-demo-day-2025-innovation.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Jennifer Cameron 2025-10-08T11:30:00Z New book by Dal law student aims to empower youth in care /news/2025/10/06/law-student-youth-in-care.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Jazmyne McLaughlin drew on her own experiences in the child-welfare system to help others understand their rights. Law Student Life Tue, 07 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/06/law-student-youth-in-care.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Amanda Kirby-Sheppard 2025-10-07T11:30:00Z Tigers Weekend Action (Oct. 6) /news/2025/10/06/tigers-weekend-action--oct--6-.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Look back on a jam-packed weekend of Tigers action, including cross country, soccer, hockey, and basketball. Sun, 05 Oct 2025 16:45:00 GMT /news/2025/10/06/tigers-weekend-action--oct--6-.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Chelsea Norris 2025-10-05T16:45:00Z Walking with voices: The Mi’kmaw SoundWalk brings Halifax’s past into the present /news/2025/10/03/mi-kmaw-soundwalk.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Explore Mi’kmaw history with an immersive, GPS-guided journey through Halifax that brings stories, music, and memory to life through your mobile device. Arts and Social Sciences Community & Culture Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:40:00 GMT /news/2025/10/03/mi-kmaw-soundwalk.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ellie Garry-Jones 2025-10-03T19:40:00Z Dal student creates new way to recruit and pay study participants /news/2025/10/03/startup-study-participants-management.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Computer Science MSc student Ridwan Oladipupo is the creator of ArticiPay — a platform for researchers to source and manage the people who participate in their studies. Computer Science Research News Fri, 03 Oct 2025 14:48:00 GMT /news/2025/10/03/startup-study-participants-management.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Emily MacKinnon 2025-10-03T14:48:00Z Incoming Schulich Leader aims to improve lives through innovation /news/2025/10/03/schulich-leaders-dalhousie-2025-matthew-oh.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Meet Matthew Oh, one of Dal's incoming 2025 Schulich Leader Scholarship recipients. Student Life Engineering Fri, 03 Oct 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/10/03/schulich-leaders-dalhousie-2025-matthew-oh.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Jessie Deacon 2025-10-03T11:30:00Z