Bursaries Available for Service Learning Program - BACKPACKING WITH A PURPOSE

Operation Groundswell is a non-profit organization that runs backpacking trips with a purpose. We are looking for globally active and socially conscious students to join us for an off-the-beaten path adventure into the developing world. If you're into cultural exchange, fulfilling community service, and off-the-beaten path adventure, apply by December 18th to secure an interview for your first-choice program!

The Faculty of Science Award for Excellence in Teaching

Nominate a professor in the Faculty of Science! Nominees will have a comprehensive knowledge of their subject and possess the ability to communicate their knowledge to students in such a way as to lead students to high academic achievement.

NOVEMBER 24 - Microbiology & Immunology Seminar

Dysregulation of HLA class II expression in breast carcinoma. Presented by Sheila Drover, Memorial University of Newfoundland

NOVEMBER 25 - @CAT Seminar (Math & Stats)

The waves of a total category. Presented by Richard Wood (Dalhousie)

NOVEMBER 25 - Oceanography Seminar

Climate Change in the Northwest Atlantic. Presented by Dr. John Loder, Bedford Institute of Oceanography

NOVEMBER 27 - Biology Seminar

Scanning the genomes of exploited marine species: population genomics and fisheries management Presented by: Dr Ian Bradbury, Department of Fisheries and Oceans

NOVEMBER 28 - Economics Seminar

Aching to retire down under? Rise of retirement age and growth of disability support pension. Presented by Umut Oguzoglu, University of Manitoba

DECEMBER 1 - Oceanography Seminar

The Bedford Institute of Oceanography: a Unique Experiment in Canadian Federal Science (1962-2012). Presented by Dr. Donald Gordon, Bedford Institute of Oceanography

DECEMBER 1 - NSIS Free Public Talk (Nova Scotia Institute of Science)

A New Wave of Exploration of the Arctic Ocean. Presented by David C. Mosher, Geological Survey of Canada - Atlantic Natural Resources Canada (BIO)

DECEMBER 3 - Walter J. Chute Lecture Series

Integrative Analytical Laboratory Experiments: Experiences in Curriculum Renewal. Presented by Professor Philip Britz-McKibbin, Department of Chemistry & Chemical Biology, McMaster University

DECEMBER 3 - Chemistry Seminar

Integrative Analytical Laboratory Experiments: Experiences in Curriculum Renewal. Presented by Professor Philip Britz-McKibbin, Department of Chemistry & Chemical Biology, McMaster University

DECEMBER 4 - Biology Seminar

Social and genetic mate choice. Presented by Dr Colleen Barber, Department of Biology, Saint Mary’s University, Halifax

DECEMBER 4 - The Halifax Planetarium at Dalhousie University presents: "Signposts in the Sky"

"Signposts in the Sky", presented by Quinn Smith. Finding your way around the night sky can seem a daunting task, but with a simple map, and a few signposts, it is easier than you may think! Discover the delights of the winter sky in the warmth and comfort of the Halifax Planetarium.

NOVEMBER 24 - Making Waves: MMM Graduate Project Presentations

The Marine Affairs Program invites you to attend the 8th annual Making Waves: Graduate Project Presentations of the 2014 Master of Marine Management class. Students will present results of their Graduate Projects and internships that span the Atlantic from Nunavut to St Kitts and Nevis.

NOVEMBER 27 - Science Dean's Office Charity Luncheon

Join us for our 4th annual Science Dean's Office Charity Luncheon! All Dalhousie faculty, staff, and students are invited to join us in the Milligan room for this fundraiser. Soups, chilli, drinks, and dessert are on the menu for this luncheon. We are adopting a family with Feed Nova Scotia. Proceeds will go to this family for the holidays.

Focus groups on spatial scholarship @ Dalhousie

Spatial scholarship is a cross-cutting disciplinary theme at Dalhousie. The Dal community is invited to participate in a focus group to learn more about spatial scholarship in your academic field.

Biology Professor new Dean of Graduate Studies

Dr. Marty Leonard has been a professor in the Department of Biology for 20 years. Now, she's moving onto a new position within the Dal community.

Dal Professor receives Progress Women of Excellence Award

Dr. Sherry Stewart, professor of Neuroscience at Dal, is one of 25 Progress Women of Excellence Awards winners.

Mathematical music lectures gaining popularity

Dr. Jason Brown is a mathematician who applies formulas to music, particularly, Beatles songs. His lectures are gaining in popularity, and next week, he's lecturing at a US state university.

A Noisy World for Birds

Dr. Andy Horne is discovering that noise in the environment may have a damaging effect on the bird species.