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±«Óãtv Community Experience Committee

6 members of Dal staff and faculty in green t shirts standing in front of Extended Learning sign at Dal's agricultural campus community day

Cultivating inclusive and meaningful engagement

We convene the ±«Óãtv Community Experience Committee (DCEC) to unite community developers from across the university, supporting ±«Óãtv’s strategic goal of being a civic and community-engaged institution.

DCEC fosters meaningful discussions on accessibility, community relationships, and ±«Óãtv’s impact. It also supports engagement professionals by providing a space to collaborate, share resources, and strengthen a culture of community involvement.

Monthly community update

Keeping you connected, informed, and engaged

Our Monthly Community Updates , sent via e-newsletter, are our ongoing way to inform our community of:

  • News and upcoming campus events
  • Future construction and renovation projects
  • Innovative research that impacts Nova Scotians and people globally
  • Stories from community collaborations and partnerships with Dal

Annual fall event

Fostering creativity and connection

A colourful mural designed by Mi’kmaw artist Tayla Fern Paul has been painted on the street with the help of residents as part of the Larch and Jennings Street Art project.

The project, led by residents of those streets, aims to bring together neighbours, students and the ±«Óãtv community to creatively promote community connections and mutual respect in the area.

Community member Carolyn Hsu described the project as a way to create "stronger connections help us all be in a better position to tackle the challenges and create a community based on mutual respect for our collective well-being.â€

A group of young people sit on the street painting a brightly coloured mural.
two female students holding paintbrushes and paint trays, laughing
Community members painting a street mural

Students in the community

Inspiring future ready, community minded leaders

We inspire our students to be good neighbors and actively contribute as responsible members of our shared community.

  • Hiring Students: Dal students and grads bring valuable skills and knowledge that can be directly applied to your organization. If you're looking to connect with ±«Óãtv students seeking job opportunities, be sure to explore the resources available at Hire Dal.

  • Work Integrated Learning and Co-op: These programs give you access to motivated, well-trained students with fresh perspectives, allowing you to mentor future talent, assess potential hires, and fill temporary staffing needs—all while shaping the next generation of industry-ready professionals. You can also find information for employers and students about ±«Óãtv Work Integrated Learning & Cooperative Education opportunities here.

2 students kneel in a chard patch. One faces the camera smiling.