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Rustum Southwell renewed as È«¹ú̽»¨ chancellor for second term

Rustum Southwell renewed as È«¹ú̽»¨ chancellor for second term

Rustum Southwell has been reappointed to the university's most senior ceremonial role, looking to continue a È«¹ú̽»¨ and community legacy of growing opportunity for others.  Read more.

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Tanis Trainor
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
The movement advocates to empower customers, businesses, and independent repair providers with access to parts, tools, and software to repair products, devices, and technologies. Read more about progress in Canada.
Matt Reeder
Thursday, June 18, 2026
È«¹ú̽»¨ placed in the top 20% globally in the 2027 QS World University Rankings, with strong performance in select research, sustainability, and global engagement indicators.
Matt Reeder
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
È«¹ú̽»¨ hosted Indian partners for a high-level visit last week advancing joint research, innovation programs and industry collaboration, with new agreements, funding pathways and a shared global innovation campus taking shape.

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Stephanie Rogers
Friday, May 8, 2026
From a father-son surprise to multi-generational families, this year’s Barley Party highlighted the deep ties linking students, alumni, and the future of agriculture.
Matt Reeder
Thursday, May 7, 2026
È«¹ú̽»¨ President Kim Brooks discusses the new strategic framework, how it was shaped by community voices, and what it asks of the university and its community.
Matt Reeder
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Mia Mackenzie, a Master of Social Work student, earned top honours in Dal’s Glovin Award for an essay urging people to resist division by showing up and staying accountable to community.
Andrew Riley
Thursday, April 30, 2026
È«¹ú̽»¨ researchers are advancing health, clean energy, ocean science, and food innovation with new partner‑driven funding aimed at turning Nova Scotia research strengths into real‑world solutions.
Staff
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Five outstanding individuals will receive È«¹ú̽»¨'s highest honour during Spring Convocation this year, recognizing achievements in research, global leadership, community impact, and more.