New To Dal Schedule
New to Dal Events (Halifax Campus)
Note: Additional events and details will soon be announced. Keep checking back for updates.
Students are advised to review Dalhousie's COVID-19 Information & Updates page to stay up-to-date on ongoing news and requirements.
The schedule for Family & Friends Sessions is also now available. The full schedule for Truro campus events are available on the Agricultural Campus site.
| Date | Time | Event title | Location/format | Notes |
| August 19 | 10 to 11 a.m. (Atlantic Time) | Dal Science Summer Drop-in Series - Gaining Experience: Co-op & Research | Virtual event on MS Teams | Faculty of Science students only. The Summer Drop-in Series provides students with opportunities to connect with faculty and staff and ask questions about the upcoming school year in a relaxed and informal setting. |
| August 24-26 | 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Welcome Days at the International Centre (Drop in) | In-person event at the International Centre (Lemarchant Place) | For new international students. |
| August 25 | 10 to 11:30 a.m. (Atlantic Time) | Faculty of Computer Science Pre-Arrival Session: Life at Dal & in Halifax as a Student | Virtual event on MS Teams | Faculty of Computer Science students only. |
| August 26 | 10 to 11 a.m. (Atlantic Time) | Dal Science Summer Drop-In Series: Coffee with the Dean | Virtual event on MS Teams | Faculty of Science students only. The Summer Drop-in Series provides students with opportunities to connect with faculty and staff and ask questions about the upcoming school year in a relaxed and informal setting. This session is all about meeting Dr. Chuck Macdonald, Dean of the Faculty of Science. This is an opportunity to connect with the person who is dedicated to supporting and heightening your academic experience over a virtual coffee! |
| August 27-29 | 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Welcome Days at the International Centre (Drop in) | In-person event at the International Centre (Lemarchant Place) | For new international students. |
| August 29 | 3 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Able@Dal - Note-Taking Supports | Virtual on Microsoft Teams | For Able@Dal students. Hosted by Karla Hirtle, Writing Advisor |
| August 30 | 3 to 4 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | What To Expect the First Week of HAHP | Virtual event on Zoom. | For HAHP students only. Learn about how to get off on the right foot at Dalhousie, including what is a course syllabus and how to use it, important dates and resources for success, how our advisors can help support you, a first week checklist, and more. |
| August 30 | 7 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Able@Dal - Family & Friends | Virtual on Microsoft Teams | For Able@Dal students, family and friends. Join Quenta Adams, Director of Student Academic Success and learn more about the support and resources offered through the Student Accessibility Centre. |
| August 31 | 12 to 2:30 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Students: Wellness Panel Event |
In-person event (Lemarchant Place Atrium) | For all incoming students. Learn more about how to access services and the student experience in accessing services. Understanding how health and wellness can contribute to your success in university. |
| August 31 | 3 to 4 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | University 101 | Virtual event on Microsoft Teams, and streamed in person at the Scotiabank Auditorium, McCain Arts and Social Science Building | For all incoming students. Join Gillian Hatch (She/Her) and Tyler Hall (He/Him), Student Success Advisors, to learn more about using the different virtual platforms, become familiar with Dalhousie lingo, and services that can help you succeed. |
| August 31 | 4 to 5:30 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Housing 101 | In-person event at the Scotiabank Auditorium, McCain Arts and Social Science Building | For all incoming students. Helpful tips, resources, and information about living off-campus in your new community. |
| August 31 | 6 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Able@Dal – Assistive Technology Demonstration | Virtual event on Microsoft Teams. | For Able@Dal students. |
| August 31 | 6 to 8 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Together@Dal Dinner and Meet and Greet | In-person event (Lemarchant Place Atrium) | For all incoming students. Join us for free dinner and learn about Together@Dal from past and current program mentors. Registration is now open. |
| September 1 | 6 to 8 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Together@Dal Dinner and Meet and Greet | In-person event (Lemarchant Place Atrium) | For all incoming students. Join us for free dinner and learn about Together@Dal from past and current program mentors. Registration is now open. |
| September 1 to 4 | Various times | DSU O-Week | Various locations across campus | Various fun events will be hosted by the Dalhousie Student Union. Schedule and ticket information is now available. |
| September 1 to 4 | Various times | Residence Orientation (pdf - 93 kb) | Various locations across campus | For residence students only. For questions, please connect with the Res Life team at reslife@dal.ca. |
| September 2 | 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Able@Dal Orientation (pdf - 436 kb) | In-person event in The Mona Campbell Building, Room 1108 | For Able@Dal students only. Able@Dal is an Orientation program specifically designed for first-year Dalhousie and King's students who are receiving academic accommodations due to a permanent disability. |
| September 3 | 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Family & Friends programming | In-person at the McCain Arts and Social Science Building | For Family & Friends of incoming students. For more info and to register, visit the Family & Friends website. |
| September 6 | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | University Welcome Fair | In-person: Dalhousie Studley Quad | For all incoming students. All-day outdoor event for new and returning students. |
| September 6 | 12 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Black Student Advising Centre: Welcome Back Pizza Party | In-Person at the Student Union Building, Room 303 | For Black students. The Black Student Advising Centre invites new and returning students to a get-together celebration. |
| September 6 to 8 | 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Ask Me Booth | In-person (Killam Library & Life Sciences Building) | For all incoming students. The Ask Me Booth will be set up for students to ask questions. |
| September 6 | 4 to 5:30 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | School of HAHP Student Orientation | In-person (meet at the Stairs House) | For HAHP students only. This orientation will include an amazing race-type game that will take place around areas near Dalhousie (so please dress appropriately!). |
| September 8 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Indigenous Student Centre - Welcome Back BBQ | In person at the ISC. | For Indigenous students. The Indigenous community is welcome to join us for a meet and greet BBQ at the ISC. Come welcome new students and say hello to old friends. |
| September 8 | 5 to 7 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Life in Halifax: Art Gallery of Nova Scotia | In-person at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia. | For all incoming students. Explore the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia! |
| September 9 | 12 to 2 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Transitioning to University Life: Living on your own away from home | To be confirmed | For all incoming students. Panel session. Learn from upper-year students on what they wish they would have known when living on their own for the first time. |
| September 9 | 12 to 4 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | International Students One-Stop-Shop | In-person event (Lemarchant Place Atrium) | For new international students. Set up all your essentials in one location: Nova Scotia ID, Social Insurance Number, New Canadian Phone number, and Bank Account! |
| September 9 | 6 to 11 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | DalFest | In-person: Dalhousie Studley Quad | Details TBC |
| September 13 | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Indigenous Student Centre - Meet our supporters and service providers | In person at the ISC. | For Indigenous students. Come meet some of the great on-campus service providers we invite weekly to the ISC, including our Academic Advisor, Social Worker, Psychologist, Librarian, Nurse, and more. |
| September 13 | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Society & Volunteer Expo | In-person: Dalhousie Studley Quad | For all incoming students. The Expo is a great way for students to get connected to local non-profits and find out about all the volunteer opportunities Halifax has to offer. It's also a great way to find out what students societies are active at Dal and how to get involved on-campus. |
| September 15 | 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Build Your Schedule | Location TBC | For all incoming students. Join us for a special workshop about how to create your schedule and manage your time. Bring your course syllabi and your computer or phone, or your agenda if you are more of a pen and paper person. |
| September 16 | 12 to 4 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Indigenous Student Centre - Ceremony | In person at the ISC. | For Indigenous students. Come join George Doyle-Bedwell, Pipe Carrier, Fire Keeper, MultiFaith Centre, as he holds space for ceremony - including sacred fire, tobacco ties, smudging, and talking and enjoying each other's company. |
| September 16 | 4 to 6 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Living on Your Own - film screening | In-person at the Kenneth C. Rowe Management Building, Room 1020 | For all incoming students. Details TBC |
| September 21 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Atlantic Time) | Life in Halifax: Public Gardens | In-person at the Halifax Public Gardens | For all incoming students. Discover the Halifax Public Gardens. |
| September 23 - October 1 | Various times (TBC) | Dalhousie Alcohol and Substance Use Awareness Week | In-person in various Halifax campuses | For all incoming students. Details TBC |
| October 5 | All day | Mawio’mi | In-person: Dalhousie Studley Quad (rain location: Student Union Building - McInnes Room) | For all incoming students. A colourful celebration of culture, diversity, and community. Attendees will enjoy a vibrant mix of drumming, dancing, vendors, food, and more. |
New to Dal Online
Online content will be made available to students via Brightspace on the dates listed below. The Brightspace New to Dal course is now open.
| Date | Module | Details |
| July 25 | Tips for Managing your Money |
Learn about financial services, financial aid, creating and managing a budget, bursaries, loans, and more. |
| July 28 | Preparing for your courses at Dalhousie | Get ready for your classes and academic expectations by identifying key academic dates, learning strategies, and academic supports. |
| August 1 | Accessibility at Dalhousie | Get to know the Student Accessibility Centre (Halifax) and the Student Success Centre (Truro) and discover how they can support you in your learning. |
| August 4 | Taking care of your mental and physical health | Learn to take care of your mental and physical health, how to access Student Health & Wellness resources at Dal, and how to access the on-campus clinic. |
| August 8 | Alcohol and substance use safety | Learn about safety strategies to keep you and your friends safe, identify low-and-high-risk situations, fines, and resources related to alcohol and substance use. |
| August 11 | Creating a culture of consent | Explore topics related to consent, support resources available at Dal, and the role you can play in creating a positive consent culture. |
| August 15 | Becoming a citizen of Dal | Get to know your new communities! |
| August 22 | Academic integrity and using the Dalhousie Libraries | Get familiar with the Dalhousie Academic Discipline Process, important concepts, how to avoid common mistakes that lead to academic offenses, and other resources available to you. |
| August 25-29 | Getting involved and additional supports and resources |