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.

2024 Aurum Award winners

Explore the stories of the recipients of this year's flagship alumni awards.

A panel grid of the 6 award recipients' portraits.

Dentistry professor emeritus celebrated for lifetime achievement

Dr. Frank Lovely (DDS’59), creator of the Faculty of Dentistry’s MSc in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, is the 2024 recipient of the ��tv Golden Eagle Lifetime Achievement Award.

Architecture alum makes mid-career shift

Glen McMinn (BEDS’95, MArch’96) left his design career after 25+ years to pursue his passion: painting.

McMinn pointing to one of his paintings of a young street hockey player as someone looks on.

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.

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News for alumni

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

In photos: Bringing Worlds Together in Ottawa, Toronto, and Truro

Four recent alumni hold Dal signs standing in front of the aquarium with aquatic species swimming around.

Damian Daniels (BEng’10) honours engineering professor Corinne MacDonald's impact through gift

A man wearing a grey suit and white shirt poses with his arm around a woman wearing glasses and a black and white shirt

Entrepreneur Taylor Quinn (BA’15) and recent grad Rose Schoonhoven (BMgmt’21) benefit from Dal mentorship

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

Class notes

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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

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Dal Magazine

Produced twice a year, Dal magazine offers compelling and informative stories that keep you connected to your Dal community.

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