/news.html Dal News Fri, 11 Jul 2025 00:06:21 GMT 2025-07-11T00:06:21Z /news/2025/07/10/dalhousie-pride-flag-raising.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A flag-raising event on campus Tuesday set the tone for this year's Pride festivities with powerful speeches, vibrant energy, and a renewed commitment to equity. Community & Culture Thu, 10 Jul 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/07/10/dalhousie-pride-flag-raising.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Tanis Trainor, with photos by Danny Abriel 2025-07-10T11:30:00Z /news/2025/07/09/plastics-threaten-ecosystems-and-human-health--but-evidence-base.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A healthy and sustainable planet means supporting action based on scientific evidence, not misinforming people with catchy phrases and political rhetoric, writes Dal's Tony Walker and colleague Miriam Diamond. Research Science Wed, 09 Jul 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/07/09/plastics-threaten-ecosystems-and-human-health--but-evidence-base.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Tony R. Walker and Miriam L. Diamond 2025-07-09T11:30:00Z /news/2025/07/08/qs-world-university-ranking-2025-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±â€™s global reputation grows with strong performances in key research and international faculty indicators in the 2026 QS World University Rankings. Research News Tue, 08 Jul 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/07/08/qs-world-university-ranking-2025-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2025-07-08T11:30:00Z /news/2025/07/07/student-leadership-scholarship.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews From climate action to tech innovation, these 25 students are redefining what it means to lead with purpose. Student Life News Mon, 07 Jul 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/07/07/student-leadership-scholarship.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Staff 2025-07-07T11:30:00Z /news/2025/07/07/remembering-dr--pemberton-cyrus.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Campus flags have been lowered in memory of Dr. Pemberton Cyrus, professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering who dedicated his life to expanding access to STEM education and championing equity within the engineering profession. News Mon, 07 Jul 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/07/07/remembering-dr--pemberton-cyrus.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Faculty of Engineering 2025-07-07T11:30:00Z /news/2025/07/04/dal-medical-school-flood-recovery.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A 2023 flood devastated аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±â€™s medical research hub. Two years later, labs reopen, revealing a powerful story of recovery, innovation, and community strength. Medicine Community & Culture Fri, 04 Jul 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/07/04/dal-medical-school-flood-recovery.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kate Rogers 2025-07-04T11:30:00Z /news/2025/07/04/welcome-future-doctors-cape-breton-medical-campus.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 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. Medicine Community & Culture Fri, 04 Jul 2025 08:00:00 GMT /news/2025/07/04/welcome-future-doctors-cape-breton-medical-campus.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Tanis Trainor 2025-07-04T08:00:00Z /news/2025/07/03/order-canada-ford-doolittle-companion.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Evolutionary biologist Dr. Ford Doolittle has been named a Companion of the Order of Canada — the highest honour in the Order — in recognition of a scholarly career that has upended our understanding of the natural world and helped made Canada a global leader in genome evolution. Medicine News Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Thu, 03 Jul 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/07/03/order-canada-ford-doolittle-companion.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ryan McNutt 2025-07-03T11:30:00Z /news/2025/07/02/dpmg-awards-2025.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews This year’s DPMG Awards recognize eight exceptional professionals whose leadership, innovation, and service continue to strengthen аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±â€™s mission and enrich the university community in meaningful, lasting ways. News Community & Culture Wed, 02 Jul 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/07/02/dpmg-awards-2025.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Maryem Zia 2025-07-02T11:30:00Z /news/2025/06/30/decision-making-sustainability-canada-fisheries-oceans.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Major reforms could fundamentally reshape fisheries science and management in Canada, write Dal's Megan Bailey and colleagues. Yet most Canadians are unaware of how DFO’s science-management process works, or why change might be needed. Research Oceans Science Marine Biology Mon, 30 Jun 2025 10:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/30/decision-making-sustainability-canada-fisheries-oceans.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matthew Robertson, Megan Bailey and Tyler Eddy 2025-06-30T10:30:00Z /news/2025/06/27/dalhousie-senate-chair-farewell-louise-spiteri.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½± Senate bids farewell to Dr. Louise Spiteri with heartfelt tributes, poetic praise, and a surprise send-off marking her impactful leadership as chair and years of dedicated service. Management News Senior Administration Fri, 27 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/27/dalhousie-senate-chair-farewell-louise-spiteri.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2025-06-27T11:30:00Z /news/2025/06/27/inmates-horticulture-program-women-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±-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. Agriculture Community & Culture Fri, 27 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/27/inmates-horticulture-program-women-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Stephanie Rogers 2025-06-27T11:30:00Z /news/2025/06/27/women-in-engineering-sarah-masalmeh.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews The Ag engineering student has actively pursued hands-on opportunities from 3D printing a go-kart to developing a robotic arm designed to detect and remove rocks from agricultural fields. Agriculture Student Life Engineering Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:45:00 GMT /news/2025/06/27/women-in-engineering-sarah-masalmeh.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Stephanie Rogers 2025-06-27T09:45:00Z /news/2025/06/26/reliant-sustainable-food-systems-defence-american-tariffs.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews The future of Canada’s farming sector — and by extension its food security, rural communities and economic sovereignty — will depend on its ability to turn today’s crisis into tomorrow’s opportunity. Research Agriculture Thu, 26 Jun 2025 09:45:00 GMT /news/2025/06/26/reliant-sustainable-food-systems-defence-american-tariffs.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Érick Duchesne, Gregory Cameron, Gumataw Kifle Abebe and Monika Korzun 2025-06-26T09:45:00Z /news/2025/06/24/dalhousie-power-shutdown-safety-facilities.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Shutting down campus power for essential electrical upgrades is far more than flipping a switch — it’s a complex, safety-critical task involving more than 125 people. See how May’s shutdown came together and how this work ensures Dal’s electrical stability. Facilities Management News Tue, 24 Jun 2025 13:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/24/dalhousie-power-shutdown-safety-facilities.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Mary Jane Webber 2025-06-24T13:30:00Z /news/2025/06/23/2slgbtq-discrimination-harmful-rhetoric-mental-health.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Patrick Hickey continues to hear about the lasting toll anti-2SLGBTQ+ policies and rhetoric has on mental health and feeling safe in our communities. His research explores ways to limit those effects. Research Science Mon, 23 Jun 2025 09:00:00 GMT /news/2025/06/23/2slgbtq-discrimination-harmful-rhetoric-mental-health.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Alison Auld 2025-06-23T09:00:00Z /news/2025/06/20/scenes-from-convocation.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews We were there to capture some of the many special moments at Dal's 21 Spring Convocation ceremonies. Student Life Convocation News Fri, 20 Jun 2025 14:00:00 GMT /news/2025/06/20/scenes-from-convocation.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Photos by Danny Abriel 2025-06-20T14:00:00Z /news/2025/06/20/convocation-traditions-indigenous-stole.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±â€™s Spring Convocation this year featured a new Indigenous stole, a red ceremonial garment symbolizing pride, academic achievement, and belonging for graduating Indigenous students. Convocation Management Community & Culture Fri, 20 Jun 2025 11:45:00 GMT /news/2025/06/20/convocation-traditions-indigenous-stole.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2025-06-20T11:45:00Z /news/2025/06/19/grad-profile-ocean-conservation-community-impact.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ruth Riley, a аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½± grad rooted in Lake Loon’s rich heritage, blends her love for the ocean with a deep commitment to marine conservation and empowering future Black scientists. Student Life Convocation Science Thu, 19 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/19/grad-profile-ocean-conservation-community-impact.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Jocelyn Adams Moss 2025-06-19T11:30:00Z /news/2025/06/19/grad-profile--an-evolutionary-journey.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 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 Student Life Convocation Science Thu, 19 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/19/grad-profile--an-evolutionary-journey.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kenneth Conrad 2025-06-19T11:30:00Z /news/2025/06/19/grad-profile--the-power-of-new-experiences.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Co-op placements and experiential learning opportunities enhanced Biology grad Meg Langlais’s time at Dal, helping her gain new perspectives and find herself over the course of her undergraduate degree. Student Life Convocation Science Thu, 19 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/19/grad-profile--the-power-of-new-experiences.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kenneth Conrad 2025-06-19T11:30:00Z /news/2025/06/18/grad-profile--from-board-games-to-cybersecurity.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews What began as a master’s degree in computer science for Rafael Copstein morphed into a PhD in cybersecurity and software architecture. Computer Science Student Life Convocation Wed, 18 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/18/grad-profile--from-board-games-to-cybersecurity.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Emily MacKinnon 2025-06-18T11:30:00Z /news/2025/06/18/grad-profile-leadership-dreams.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews 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. Computer Science Student Life Convocation Wed, 18 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/18/grad-profile-leadership-dreams.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Emily MacKinnon 2025-06-18T11:30:00Z /news/2025/06/17/grad-profile-shipped-with-purpose.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Shivam Chauhan’s journey from international student to area manager with Amazon showcases how passion, perseverance, and engineering excellence can deliver success. Student Life Convocation Engineering Tue, 17 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/17/grad-profile-shipped-with-purpose.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Theresa Anne Salah 2025-06-17T11:30:00Z /news/2025/06/18/impact-rankings-2025-the-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½± has surged to 22nd globally for Clean Water and Sanitation in the 2025 THE Impact Rankings and reaffirmed its place among the world’s top 100 sustainable universities. Research News Tue, 17 Jun 2025 11:30:00 GMT /news/2025/06/18/impact-rankings-2025-the-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2025-06-17T11:30:00Z