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From Dal Tigers to Team Canada, Dal alum returns to the Olympics

From Dal Tigers to Team Canada, Dal alum returns to the Olympics

Former Tigers hockey forward Mike Evelyn O’Higgins (BEng'19) is in Cortina d’Ampezzo to compete in both two and fourman bobsleigh. He balances a demanding sport with a full-time engineering career and intends to embrace every moment of his second Olympic journey.  Read more.

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Ellie Garry-Jones
Friday, January 23, 2026
The Dal-educated (LLB '87) Canadian lawyer and long-time Amnesty International Canada secretary-general shared six principles for rebuilding universal human rights in a fractured world at an event on campus this week.
Stephanie Rogers
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Fifty years after graduation, the Faculy of Agriculture's Class of 1975 came together last year to contribute a custom iron arch at the entrance to the Truro Campus's Herb Garden, bringing a long-envisioned beautification project to reality.
Emm Campbell
Thursday, October 3, 2024
There was a time when Maeghan Tavener (BA’19) thought they might have to give up dance and theatre due to chronic illness. They found a way back to their passion and are making space for more disabled artists like them.

Archives - Alumni

Emily MacKinnon
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Identifying and rapidly filling unique gaps allowed Camille Chandra (MBA’17) to ascend in her career with IBM Canada. This former aspiring dentist keeps adapting and evolving, much the same way her industry — big tech — does.
Yuan Yuan
Thursday, July 31, 2025
The Dal-based Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security is ramping up emergency prevention efforts across Latin America thanks to a $1-million gift from The Slaight Family Foundation.
Office of Adavncement
Friday, July 25, 2025
º£½ÇÉçÇøapp’s notable alumni are recognized for leadership and impact across fields. In June 2025, six distinguished individuals were added, including pioneers in planning, medicine, arts, law, sports and public service.
Ellie Garry-Jones
Thursday, May 29, 2025
As space grows crowded with satellites, debris, and commercial spacecraft, trailblazer Kathryn Sullivan returns to º£½ÇÉçÇøapp to explore the risks and responsibilities of humanity’s bold leap into the cosmos.
Allison Barss and Emma Sutro
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Explore the stories of the recipients of this year's flagship alumni awards.