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Starting small, thinking big: How Truro Start sparked Sophie Cramm’s path to animal science

Starting small, thinking big: How Truro Start sparked Sophie Cramm’s path to animal science

What began as a plan to study Marine Biology shifted after Sophie Cramm’s first year in Truro, where hands-on experiences sparked a lasting passion for Animal Science.  Read more.

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Kenneth Conrad, Graeme Gunn, Kate Rogers, Tanis Trainor
Thursday, March 26, 2026
This year’s Dal Board of Governors winners show how purposeful action creates lasting change. Get to know more now about how they are doing so.
Ryan Shields and Meredith Murray
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
See how this year’s top co‑op students turned professional opportunities into impressive results, earning HÂþ»­â€™s highest honour for work‑integrated learning.
Kenneth Conrad, Graeme Gunn, Kate Rogers, Tanis Trainor
Thursday, March 26, 2026
This year’s Dal Board of Governors winners show how purposeful action creates lasting change. Get to know more now about how they are doing so.

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Connor Dalton
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
It's not easy balancing family life, working full-time and being a student. When Lisa Colangelo thinks about her experience pursuing an online/blended MBA, it's how her sense of leadership — personally and professionally — has grown significantly.
Emily MacKinnon
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Kayla Bernard uses her background in recreation therapy and community development to help Indigenous students feel at home at Dal.
Amanda Boone
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Bachelor of Computer Science student Jesse Guzman got an up-close look at how computer science and medicine intersect by supporting a HÂþ»­ tool used by scientists to test their calculations.
Cheryl Bell
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Dentistry student Taylor Chaput signed up for a clinic observation elective over the summer break expecting to learn while watching others work on patients. What she got was far better, even if it meant facing her fears head on.
Abby Tucker
Monday, September 25, 2023
Talking to others can help you overcome challenges and shift to a healthier mindset. Here’s a look at what Dal has to offer in group wellness programming this year, from mental health and holistic well-being sessions to book clubs and professional development meet-ups.