Dal News /news.html Dal News Tue, 17 Mar 2026 20:50:51 GMT 2026-03-17T20:50:51Z From energy hog to efficiency leader: Dal's largest library cuts energy use by more than 50% with retrofit /news/2026/03/17/killam-library-retrofit-climate-sustainability.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A two‑year deep‑energy retrofit has modernized the Killam Memorial Library’s aging systems, boosting efficiency, reducing emissions, and setting the stage for similar upgrades across campus. Facilities Management Office of Sustainability News Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/17/killam-library-retrofit-climate-sustainability.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2026-03-17T11:30:00Z Udderly inspired: Annual Fine Arts and Craft Exhibit highlights creativity on Agricultural Campus /news/2026/03/17/fine-arts-and-crafts-ac-truro.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews The exhibit features 70 works by students, alumni, staff, and faculty in a wide range of media, including polymer clay sculptures, rug hooking, woodworking, ironwork, quilting, photography, paintings, and prints. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT /news/2026/03/17/fine-arts-and-crafts-ac-truro.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kristy Read 2026-03-17T08:00:00Z New federal infrastructure support accelerates Dal’s climate and digital research capacity /news/2026/03/13/canada-foundation-innovation-funding-announcement-infrastructure-systems-climate-ocean-digital-water.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dal research teams are receiving more than $7.3M in Canada Foundation for Innovation support to expand labs and tools driving breakthroughs in water resilience, ocean science, marine tracking, and digital stewardship of Canada’s past Research Management Science News Engineering Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT /news/2026/03/13/canada-foundation-innovation-funding-announcement-infrastructure-systems-climate-ocean-digital-water.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2026-03-13T16:00:00Z Unwritten, unleashed: DalPop ensemble finds the beat together /news/2026/03/13/dalpop-unwritten.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews From guilty‑pleasure riffs to improvised arrangements, DalPop’s musicians explore how vulnerability, collaboration, and creative risk‑taking shape their sound as they prepare for Unwritten: The Music that Wrote Us this weekend. Music Arts and Social Sciences Community & Culture Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT /news/2026/03/13/dalpop-unwritten.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kate Hayter 2026-03-13T16:00:00Z A new home for sport, wellness, and community: º£½ÇÉçÇøapp officially opens Oulton‑Stanish Centre /news/2026/03/16/oulton-stanish-centre-dalhousie-opening.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews º£½ÇÉçÇøapp’s newest campus facility brings hockey back to South Street while expanding physiotherapy services, recreation programs, and opportunities for students and the Halifax community. Facilities Management News Community & Culture Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/16/oulton-stanish-centre-dalhousie-opening.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Alison DeLory 2026-03-13T11:30:00Z Exploring Many Canadas: Inside a history course redefining how students see Canada /news/2026/03/9/behind-the-lecture-many-canadas.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A modern history course taught by Dr. Kassandra Luciuk reframes Canada through upheaval, challenging students to confront myths, recognize patterns across decades, and see today’s political tensions in a sharper, more revealing light. History Student Life Arts and Social Sciences Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/9/behind-the-lecture-many-canadas.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2026-03-12T11:30:00Z From º£½ÇÉçÇøapp to the hit TV show The Pitt: A Nova Scotia innovation changing emergency care /news/2026/03/11/the-pitt-crave-ring-rescue.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A Nova Scotia‑engineered Ring Rescue device, born at º£½ÇÉçÇøapp and now used across North America, appeared in an episode of the award‑sweeping medical drama this week, showcasing real-life emergency innovation. Alumni Medicine News Community & Culture Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/11/the-pitt-crave-ring-rescue.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dayna Park 2026-03-12T11:30:00Z Breaking the silence around menopause: Dal event creates space for conversation /news/2026/03/13/menopause-support-dalhousie-conference.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dal’s inaugural menopause event highlighted shared experiences, practical tools, and a push for workplace inclusion, ending with a pledge to support employees through this life stage. Community & Culture Human Resources Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/13/menopause-support-dalhousie-conference.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ariann Greenidge 2026-03-12T11:30:00Z Meet Dr. Simon Gadbois, canid & animal behaviour specialist /news/2026/03/12/sciographies-simon-gadbois.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews In this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Dr. Simon Gadbois about more than two decades of research on coyotes and wolves and what it means for Nova Scotians. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT /news/2026/03/12/sciographies-simon-gadbois.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Jocelyn Adams Moss 2026-03-12T08:00:00Z Killam fellowship positions Dal prof to pursue made‑in‑Canada quantum solutions /news/2026/03/11/kimberly-hall-killam-fellowship-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dr. Kimberley Hall’s Killam fellowship will accelerate her collaboration with NRC partners as they work to advance quantum hardware and strengthen Canada’s future secure‑tech capabilities. Research Science Physics and Atmospheric Science News Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/11/kimberly-hall-killam-fellowship-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kenneth Conrad 2026-03-11T11:30:00Z Remembering Dr. Richard Murray: An engineer, philanthropist, and champion for students /news/2026/03/10/remembering-dr--richard-murray.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews From international engineering projects to transformative support for Dal students, Richard Murray’s lifelong commitment to people continues to inspire the community he uplifted. Alumni News Community & Culture Engineering Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/10/remembering-dr--richard-murray.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Emma Sutro 2026-03-10T11:30:00Z Dal community celebrates women in STEM for International Women’s Day /news/2026/03/10/women-in-stem-discussion.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Students, alumni, and faculty gathered at º£½ÇÉçÇøapp for an International Women’s Day panel celebrating women in STEM and their stories of discovery, resilience, mentorship, and career growth. Computer Science Science Agriculture Community & Culture Engineering Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/10/women-in-stem-discussion.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Jocelyn Adams Moss 2026-03-10T11:30:00Z Your honours: Learn how you can nominate someone for a º£½ÇÉçÇøapp honorary degree /news/2026/03/6/your-honours--learn-how-you-can-nominate-someone-for-a-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Each year, º£½ÇÉçÇøapp celebrates outstanding individuals — from community and business leaders to artists, scientists and scholars — with the presentation of an honorary doctorate. And every one of those moments begins with a nomination. News Senior Administration Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/6/your-honours--learn-how-you-can-nominate-someone-for-a-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Ryan McNutt 2026-03-06T12:30:00Z Dal researchers earn prestigious national CIHR career awards for breakthrough health research /news/2026/03/6/cihr-medicine-research.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Two º£½ÇÉçÇøapp medical researchers earned major career awards, highlighting their work in immune regulation and transformative health‑care delivery that is shaping future treatments and improving patient outcomes. Medicine Research News Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/6/cihr-medicine-research.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Jason Bremner 2026-03-06T12:30:00Z Meet Dr. Sarah Chisholm, educator & mathematician /news/2026/03/5/sarah-chisolm-sciographies-podcast.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Sciographies follows Dr. Sarah Chisholm’s career where she reflects on a deep commitment to mathematical discovery and student success. Mathematics and Statistics Research Science Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:04:00 GMT /news/2026/03/5/sarah-chisolm-sciographies-podcast.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Jocelyn Adams Moss 2026-03-05T14:04:00Z Dal and Nova Scotia Health launch new public health division /news/2026/03/5/public-health-preventative-medicine-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews The new division is redefining public health training in the Maritimes, building academic capacity, advancing research, and preparing future leaders. Medicine News Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/5/public-health-preventative-medicine-dalhousie.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Kate Rogers 2026-03-05T12:30:00Z First Maritimer to win Canada’s top junior Angus cattle award is a Dal student /news/2026/03/4/agriculture-student-junior-angus-stockman.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Dal student Austin Potts makes history with a national Angus award, using his winnings to expand his herd and pursue a promising future in Maritime agriculture. Agriculture Student Life News Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/4/agriculture-student-junior-angus-stockman.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Stephanie Rogers 2026-03-04T12:30:00Z º£½ÇÉçÇøapp leads global AI workshop on the future of livestock farming /news/2026/03/2/digital-livestock-ai-food-future.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A º£½ÇÉçÇøapp‑led global workshop explored how AI-powered digital twins could transform livestock farming by predicting health, improving welfare and reducing methane to build a more resilient climate‑smart food system. Agriculture Research Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:30:00 GMT /news/2026/03/2/digital-livestock-ai-food-future.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Staff 2026-03-02T12:30:00Z Dal partners with top Indian research universities to develop innovation campus /news/2026/02/28/dalhousie-tirupati-innovation-campus.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A new collaboration with IIT Tirupati and IISER Tirupati will unite researchers, learners, and industry partners to accelerate innovation and expand economic opportunities between India and Canada. Research Science News Engineering Sat, 28 Feb 2026 12:30:00 GMT /news/2026/02/28/dalhousie-tirupati-innovation-campus.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Matt Reeder 2026-02-28T12:30:00Z º£½ÇÉçÇøapp experts push for AI optimism at Halifax town hall /news/2026/02/27/ai-nova-scotia-future.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A community panel this week at Halifax Central Library brought researchers and policymakers together to demystify AI and consider its emerging uses throughout Nova Scotia. Computer Science Research Management Agriculture News Community & Culture Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:12:00 GMT /news/2026/02/27/ai-nova-scotia-future.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Emily MacKinnon 2026-02-27T16:12:00Z Book Talk: Q&A with a psychologist who argues ‘guilt is a helpful emotion, not a harmful one’ /news/2026/02/27/chris-moore-guilt-interview.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews In his new book, psychologist Dr. Chris Moore challenges popular assumptions about guilt and explains why this uncomfortable feeling may be one of our most useful. Research Psychology Science Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:30:00 GMT /news/2026/02/27/chris-moore-guilt-interview.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews The Conversation Canada 2026-02-27T12:30:00Z Meet Dina Rogers, PhD candidate & biochemist /news/2026/02/26/sciographies-dina-rogers.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A young scientist shares her journey from two cultures into biochemistry and her drive to create new solutions for plastic waste. Research Science Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:40:00 GMT /news/2026/02/26/sciographies-dina-rogers.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Jocelyn Adams Moss 2026-02-26T13:40:00Z New seawater lines secure the future of Dal’s Aquatron research /news/2026/02/25/aquatron-dalhousie-seawater.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews A fifty-year-old system was recently replaced with modern infrastructure designed to protect marine life and support world-class ocean research. Facilities Management Research News Community & Culture Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:30:00 GMT /news/2026/02/25/aquatron-dalhousie-seawater.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Mary Jane Webber 2026-02-25T12:30:00Z Building the human‑AI teams that will defend Canada’s sovereignty together /news/2026/02/26/dalsolutions-human-ai-defend-canada-sovereignty-national-security.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews º£½ÇÉçÇøapp is helping to prepare Canada’s defence community for AI-supported command and control, including fast developing Arctic surveillance scenarios, by simulating how humans and intelligent systems make decisions together under pressure. Research Health Professions Health and Human Performance Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:00:00 GMT /news/2026/02/26/dalsolutions-human-ai-defend-canada-sovereignty-national-security.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrew Riley 2026-02-25T04:00:00Z New Life at Dal web hub brings campus life into clearer focus /news/2026/02/24/life-at-dalhousie-students-web.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews º£½ÇÉçÇøapp’s new online hub offers students a clearer, more intuitive way to access the support and guidance that shape their university experience and help them succeed. Student Life Communications and Marketing Community & Culture Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:30:00 GMT /news/2026/02/24/life-at-dalhousie-students-web.html?utm_source=dalnewsRSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=dalnews Andrea McKay 2026-02-24T12:30:00Z