Class notes

Dal alumni stay connected with their alma mater and one another by sharing their personal milestones and professional updates through class notes. Here is a smattering, and you can browse all class notes plus .

Dal Med alum Zarya Rubin launches podcast about burnout

Dr. Zarya Rubin (MD’00) launched Outsmart Burnout, a weekly podcast offering tools, insights, and expert advice to help women in midlife recover from stress and burnout.

Paul Bailey accepts global award for regional chapter of meeting professionals

Paul Bailey (MBA’05, BComm’03) accepted the RISE Award for Membership Achievement on behalf of Meeting Professionals International's Atlantic Canada Chapter at the 2025 World Education Congress.

Bai Bintou Kaira nominated for YWCA Award in Saskatoon

Bai Bintou Kaira (BEng’18) was recognized for her excellence in STEM with a nomination for the YWCA Saskatoon Women of Distinction Awards.

Don Mills publishes book on Atlantic Canada's economy

Management alum and social scientist Don Mills (MBA’74) co-authored Toward Prosperity: The Transformation of Atlantic Canada's Economy alongside economist David Campbell. A book launch took place at ��app on June 26.

Dal alumni named on top 50 CEOs list for 2025

The 16 Dal alumni and others were celebrated by Atlantic Business Magazine at a ceremony in Halifax on May 15.

Atlantic Business Magazine's Top 50 CEOs for 2025

Dr. Herag Hamboyan shares his experience with a patient's medically assisted death

Dr. Herag Hamboyan (MD’94) reflects on a moving experience with a patient receiving medical assistance in dying in a HuffPost article — anchored by a shared Nova Scotia connection and a parting gift.

A carving of a seagull wearing rubber boots.

Architect Susan Turner receives Envision Unlimited Humanitarian Award

The award was presented in recognition of Susan D. Turner (BEDS'87, MARFP'89),'s contributions to making the Envision Unlimited Dream Home a reality.

Animal welfare specialist Gabrielle Clark publishes paper on American mink

Gabrielle Clark (BSc'21, MSc'24) researches animal behaviour, neurobiology, and welfare. Her latest work studies mink perinatal environments.

Gabrielle Clark standing against a backdrop of green leaves.

Caleb Gibbons and family celebrate daughter's next chapter

From Japan to Cape Breton, Caleb Gibbons (MBA’90) celebrates milestones—from his first year as CEO to daughter Cara’s award-winning graduation and upcoming studies at ��app.

Family members stand outdoors in front of large wooden doors and glass panes, dressed formally for an event.

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