News and spotlights

Discover what is happening in the Dal alumni community. Learn about inspiring alumni who are making a difference, what is making news and who has shared a class note. Know a Dal alumni story or alum who should be profiled? Email us at alumni@dal.ca.

Alumni spotlight

Explore our alumni profiles to celebrate the noteworthy work, research, and community-lifting efforts of your fellow Dal grads. We highlight the achievements of alumni award recipients and recognize the incredible contributions of Dal volunteers.

Dal’s new VP focused on inclusion

Alum Grace Jefferies-Aldridge (BA’00) will draw on her personal and professional experience to help build a more inclusive university where relationships are paramount.

Grace Jefferies-Aldridge leans against a wall indoors with hands clasped wearing a dark green dress.

A legacy of revolutionizing medicine

Order of Canada (2022) member Dr. Allan MacDonald (MD’63) was the first clinical resident. He also set up an early ICU and introduced laparoscopic general surgery to eastern Canada.

Dr. Allan S. MacDonald poses with Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, at a Order of Canada ceremony.

Alum mentor fosters inclusivity in tech

In the ever-evolving tech scene, Alicia Wong (BCS’20) stands out as a trailblazer and advocate for diversity in her industry.

Alicia Wong is seated with her open laptop in a learning commons setting with others on laptops in the background.

Women's Division co-lead has strong history of public service

As volunteerism is evolving, so will the Women’s Division of the Dalhousie Alumni Association and co-lead Cynthia Pilichos is ready to lead the charge.

A woman with light blond hair wearing a white jacket and blue and green-patterned scarf stands behind a podium speaking into the microphone.

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News for alumni

Read the latest headlines featuring your fellow alumni in the news.

2023: A groundbreaking year of firsts and achievements for Dal’s alumni community

A collage of photos representing the 2023 wrap-up of alumni news.

New Dal community Order of Canada appointees

Three medals of the Order of Canada on a black background.

Alumni duo benefit from Dalhousie mentorship program

Portraits of Rose Schoonhoven and Taylor Quinn outlined in yellow circles.

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Class notes

See what’s new with Dal alumni in your community and around the world. Do you have a personal or professional milestone to share? Notes appear in Dal Magazine and we may also share your updates from our social media accounts. Add your username or handle to your submission and we’ll tag you!

Notable alumni

Dalhousie's notable alumni are widely recognized and respected in their professions or through their endeavours. Read about their contributions to society. New alumni are added regularly.

View Dal's listing of notable alumni