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Alumni News
Celebrating the 2017 Dalhousie Alumni Award Recipients
On October 12, the Dalhousie community came together to celebrate the 2017 Dalhousie Alumni Award recipients, recognized for their impressive achievements and the many and diverse ways they contribute to the university and to society.
Canada, It’s Complicated stars Dal alumnus
Nathan D. Simmons (BA (Theatre)’17) stars in the theatrical production, Canada, It’s Complicated by Mary Walsh. The live revue tours the country this fall.
Maureen Batt releases debut album
Soprano Maureen Batt (BMus’07) releases her first album, Lady of the Lake, created in collaboration with fellow Dalhousie music alumna Fiona Ryan (BMus’02).
Darrell Dexter named Honorary Fellow at Dal’s MacEachen Institute
This fall the Dal-hosted MacEachen Institute for Public Policy and Governance will welcome the Honourable Darrell Dexter (BA’79, BEd’83, LLB’87) as an honorary distinguished fellow, teaching a public policy course for graduate students.
Halifax’s Swell Advantage developing smart marina in San Diego
The IT company founded by Dalhousie alumni Iaian Archibald (BA’08) and Craig Sheppard (BA’01, BEng’15) is helping to develop a smart marina in the Port of San Diego.
Four alumni named among Ottawa’s Forty Under 40
Janice Ashworth (BSc’07, MES’12), Gordon Cudney (LLB’07), Emily Gruenwoldt Carkner (MHSA’03) and Caitlin Kealey (BA’00) are among the 2017 recipients honoured for their business leadership.
Halifax’s Dormie Workshop taking the golf world by storm
Todd Bishop (BA’95) founded Dormie Workshop with his brothers. Based in Halifax since 2004, the company manufactures and sells premium leather golf club covers.
Canadian Public Relations Society honours alumna for outstanding service
Mary Barker (BA’67), public relations practitioner and educator, wins a memorial award.
Speaking from experience: Alumni advice for the Class of 2017
Nine alumni share practical, inspirational and philosophical advice for the Class of 2017 as they embark on the next chapter of their lives.
Sustainability grad launches zero-waste shop in Halifax
Caira Clark (BA’16) recently launched Unpacked Halifax as the east coast’s first zero-waste shop selling package-free food, home, and body products.