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Alumni News
Immigrant services app in the running for Google prize
PeaceGeeks, co-founded by commerce graduate Renee Black (BComm’99), is a finalist in the Google Impact Challenge, and could win $750,000.
#IWD2017: Bold alumni leadership
This International Women’s Day, learn about some of the outstanding Dal alumni who are making a difference through their leadership – from human rights champions to scientific pioneers, health care advocates and innovative entrepreneurs.
Montréal, Milestones & Celebrations
Alumni gathered in Montreal on Feb. 28 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the MBA (Financial Services) program, celebrating the diverse and impressive career paths graduates have followed since their time at Dalhousie.
Halifax Business Awards highlight successful alumni
Dal alumni were among the winners and finalists of the Halifax Chamber of Commerce awards. Learn about these outstanding business leaders and entrepreneurs and their businesses.
Exciting times for Instagram analytics company Dash Hudson
Thomas Rankin (MBA’04) and Tomek Niewiarowski (MCSc’13) of Instagram analytics company, Dash Hudson closed a round of more than $2 million in funding.
Dalhousie announces 2017 Tigers Hall of Fame inductees
Track and field star Adrienne Power (BComm’05), volleyball coach Al Scott and swim coach David Fry (LLB’98) will be inducted to the Dal Tigers Hall of Fame.
“Iconic” Dragons’ Den success for brewing startup
A big win on Dragons’ Den is the latest success for the Dal alumni of Iconic Brewing, Cam McDonald (BComm’14) and Daniel Bartek (BComm’15).
A major anniversary for the MBA (Financial Services)
Alumni, faculty and students celebrate the twentieth anniversary of Dalhousie’s MBA (Financial Services) program, which focuses on mid-career professionals in the banking industry.
Owen recognized for environmental leadership
Dal’s director of sustainability, Rochelle Owen (BScHE’91, MES’06) is honoured by Efficiency Nova Scotia and Divert NS for her leadership in energy efficiency and waste diversion, respectively.
Discovering the strength of enduring family bonds
Written by Doreen Coady I recently read the following quote: “No one tells you the hardest part of motherhood is when your kids grow up.” I’ve found that to be a painfully true statement. It has proven to be one of the most unexpected surprises in my parenting journey. As a teen mom living in poverty, […]