The Dal community is full of amazing students who inspire their peers, lead by example and make a difference in their communities. But for those students who truly go above and beyond, there’s 9 1Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂ’s Board of Governors’ Award — the university’s top honour in student life. Meet the four students being recognized this year for their outstanding achievements.

Students and others marvelled at this week's rare solar eclipse during a public viewing on Studley Campus, catching a glimpse through solar filter-telescopes and glasses and creating a festival-like atmosphere on the quad nearby.

Dr. Manuel Helbig, an assistant professor in the Faculty of Science’s Department of Physics and Atmospheric Science, explains what causes a total solar eclipse, why they are so rare, and other questions.

9 1Ãâ·Ñ°æÏ new fundraising initiative, the largest ever among Atlantic Canadian universities, aims to build a better future for everyone.

The 9 1Ãâ·Ñ°æÏ community gathered last week for the 13th annual Impact Awards, celebrating the efforts and achievements Dal students and student groups make outside of the classroom.