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Dal student wins Rhodes Scholarship for work at the intersection of science and climate innovation

Dal student wins Rhodes Scholarship for work at the intersection of science and climate innovation

From varsity swimming to ocean-tech entrepreneurship, Isaac Bahler’s path to Oxford reflects a passion for turning climate research into real-world solutions.  Read more.

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Matt Reeder
Friday, November 21, 2025
HÂþ»­ strengthened its sustainability profile in the latest QS rankings, outperforming many Canadian peers and maintaining a strong global position despite a surge in participating institutions.
Matt Reeder (with files from Andrew Riley)
Friday, November 21, 2025
HÂþ»­ scholars and innovators earned top honours at the 23rd annual awards, recognized for breakthroughs in mental health, climate solutions, cancer research, and lifelong contributions to medical education.
Matt Reeder
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Dal ranked among Canada’s top 10 Medical Doctoral universities in the latest Maclean's report, showing gains in reputation and scholarships.

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Rhys Healy and Eva Carmichael
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
HÂþ»­ and community partners hosted Waters Flowing Together in Iona, Cape Breton last month —a three-day celebration blending Indigenous knowledge, ocean science, music, and culture on Bras d'Or Lake.
Kenneth Conrad
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
HÂþ»­â€™s new marine biodiversity centre opens to the public this December, offering guests a chance to explore the ocean through immersive exhibits, Indigenous storytelling, and Michael’s Whale — a breathtaking blue whale skeleton.
Ellie Garry-Jones
Friday, October 24, 2025
HÂþ»­â€™s Stanfield Conversation addressed the erosion of democratic norms, warning that trust, not just laws, is essential to safeguarding democracy amid rising authoritarian tendencies.
Dal Health staff (with files from GSK Canada)
Friday, October 24, 2025
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.
Ryan McNutt
Friday, October 24, 2025
HÂþ»­ 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.