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Dal course uses ancient languages to decode modern medical terminology

Dal course uses ancient languages to decode modern medical terminology

A new Classics course is helping students — many headed for health professions — understand complex clinical vocabulary by learning the Greek and Latin roots that have shaped the language of medicine for centuries.  Read more.

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Linden Thomas
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Fashion Revival, a show by the Dal Students for Ethical Fashion, encouraged reflection on fashion and its life cycle through six powerful scenes.
Kate Hayter
Friday, March 13, 2026
From guilty‑pleasure riffs to improvised arrangements, DalPop’s musicians explore how vulnerability, collaboration, and creative risk‑taking shape their sound as they prepare for Unwritten: The Music that Wrote Us this weekend.
Matt Reeder
Thursday, March 12, 2026
A modern history course taught by Dr. Kassandra Luciuk reframes Canada through upheaval, challenging students to confront myths, recognize patterns across decades, and see today’s political tensions in a sharper, more revealing light.

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Jane Doucet
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
When Greg Johannson first came to the Schulich School of Law five years ago, he brought with him an addiction to drugs and alcohol. After fighting his way to now living clean, the third-year student is eager to help others know they’re not alone — and that, with support, recovery is possible.
Matt Semansky
Thursday, February 23, 2017
By connecting with mentors and supports on campus, Desiree Jones has found her path into Law and a drive to make a difference in her community.
Sallie Lau
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
Collaborating with NSCAD students, Medicine student Saif Syed is working on a project to develop a better hospital gown for both patients and health-care providers.
Zoe Bell
Friday, February 17, 2017
This month’s Summer Job and Career Fair was just one way that Dal's Career and Leadership Development Centre connects students with the opportunities and skills to succeed in the job market.
Cherry Au
Friday, February 17, 2017
Lindell Smith, Candy Palmater, Rebecca Thomas and Samantha Nutt were just some of the speakers who inspired students with their presentations at last weekend's Dal Lead! conference.