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Alumni Spotlight
From Olympian to lawyer: Jill D’Alessio (JD’15)
Former Olympic sprint kayaker Jill D’Alessio (JD’15) is applying her dedication, integrity and community spirit to a new career helping others navigate the justice system.
Increasing awareness: Naiomi Metallic (BA’02, LLB’05)
Prof. Naiomi Metallic (BA’02, LLB’05) is raising awareness of Indigenous affairs as Dal’s first Chancellor’s Chair in Aboriginal Law and Policy and an advocate for First Nations communities across Canada.
Lawyer and leader: Charlene Ripley (LLB’88)
The 2015 Western Canada General Counsel of the Year has found success in her work by not only serving as a lawyer, but also as a strategic leader.
A creative lawyer: Floyd Kane (LLB’96)
Floyd Kane (LLB’96) hasn’t let his legal education confine his path. Instead, he has used it as a foundation for a unique dual career in law and filmmaking.
Carving a niche in the hockey world
John Sedgwick (LLB’04) took his Dalhousie legal education to the NHL through an unconventional but ultimately rewarding route.
From Dalhousie to Silicon Valley: words of wisdom
Rafik Bawa (LLB’97) reflects on his career path, imparting advice for new alumni and highlighting the importance of influence, creativity, and risk-taking.
With law degree complete, focusing on 2016 Olympics
New alumna Jill D’Alessio (LLB’15) continues to apply her determination to training for the 2016 Olympics in sprint kayaking.
A passion for Spanish: Kate Archibald
Through two Dal degrees and several international adventures, Kate Archibald’s (BSc’10) Spanish language skills have proved a valuable companion.
Rising star: Jim Prentice
From his Ontario origins to his political beginnings, here are a few things to know about PC leadership candidate Jim Prentice (LLB’80), Q.C.
Political dynamo: Megan Leslie
Federal NDP deputy leader Megan Leslie (LLB’04) shares how learned to stand her ground in the world of politics.