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Dalhousie's African Students' Association (DASA)

DASA is a community that aims to foster a sense of belonging and support for students of African descent. We organize events, workshops, and initiatives to promote cultural awareness, celebrate diversity, and provide resources for academic and personal success. It's a wonderful opportunity for students to connect, make friends, and navigate their university journey together.

DASA is a community that aims to foster a sense of belonging and support for students of African descent. We organize events, workshops, and initiatives to promote cultural awareness, celebrate diversity, and provide resources for academic and personal success. It's a wonderful opportunity for students to connect, make friends, and navigate their university journey together.


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Atlantic Student Research Journal Dalhousie Chapter (DAL ASRJ)

The Dalhousie chapter of the Atlantic Student Research Journal (ASRJ) is a society made to inspire Dalhousie students to become the voice of innovation and research. We encourage the literary aspect of science and apply it by creating peer-reviewed articles from research topics that students are passionate about. This is a step to the research world, we have events from scientific writing training to general social gatherings.

The Dalhousie chapter of the Atlantic Student Research Journal (ASRJ) is a society made to inspire Dalhousie students to become the voice of innovation and research. We encourage the literary aspect of science and apply it by creating peer-reviewed articles from research topics that students are passionate about. This is a step to the research world, we have events from scientific writing training to general social gatherings.


Contact Us:

Primary: chapterdalasrj@gmail.com
Secondary: ab622159@dal.ca

Socials:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dal.asrj/

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Dalhousie Black Law Students' Association (DBLSA)

DBLSA serves as a vital nexus within the Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie University and the African Canadian/Nova Scotian community, actively fostering relationships, empowering our members, and inspiring future generations to pursue a legal education. With a focus on amplifying the voices and opportunities of African Canadian students, we are deeply committed to bridging the cultural and informational divide between the legal sphere and the African Nova Scotian community.

DBLSA serves as a vital nexus within the Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie University and the African Canadian/Nova Scotian community, actively fostering relationships, empowering our members, and inspiring future generations to pursue a legal education. With a focus on amplifying the voices and opportunities of African Canadian students, we are deeply committed to bridging the cultural and informational divide between the legal sphere and the African Nova Scotian community.

Each year, our philanthropic initiatives come to life through an annual Christmas fundraiser, where we work diligently to provide holiday gifts to the children of incarcerated parents. This effort not only brings a spark of joy to these young lives but also fortifies the connective tissue within our communities. Furthermore, our organization commemorates Black History Month with a dynamic speaker series hosted within the law school. This event features influential thought leaders in the legal field who provide invaluable insights and engage in critical discussions that enrich our understanding of law through the lens of African Canadian history and experiences.

Through these initiatives and more, our organization plays an instrumental role in cultivating a sense of community and collegiality among our members while making meaningful contributions to the African Nova Scotian community.


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Dalhousie University Chinese Students and Scholars' Association

We are a group of Chinese students and alumni at Dalhousie University. Our aim is to provide information and support to Chinese students studying at Dalhousie and help them overcome any challenges they may face. We understand that having a community of people who share a common language and cultural background can be very beneficial. Therefore, we organize various activities such as outdoor hiking, Spring Festival parties, orientation events, and more. Our goal is to make the academic journey…

We are a group of Chinese students and alumni at Dalhousie University. Our aim is to provide information and support to Chinese students studying at Dalhousie and help them overcome any challenges they may face. We understand that having a community of people who share a common language and cultural background can be very beneficial. Therefore, we organize various activities such as outdoor hiking, Spring Festival parties, orientation events, and more.

Our goal is to make the academic journey of Chinese students at Dalhousie University smoother and more enjoyable by reducing any barriers and helping them make friends in a warm and welcoming environment.


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Dalhousie’s African Students’ Association

Dalhousie’s African Students’ Association (also known as DASA) is a tertiary institution that seeks to foster a community for students of African Heritage. DASA serves as advocates as well as an integrating system for both old and new students of African descent at Dalhousie.

Dalhousie’s African Students’ Association (also known as DASA) is a tertiary institution that seeks to foster a community for students of African Heritage. DASA serves as advocates as well as an integrating system for both old and new students of African descent at Dalhousie.

We organize fun events that showcase our culture as a people as well as create opportunities to connect with other backgrounds, individuals and businesses in our continental community.


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Loaded Ladle

The Loaded Ladle serves free, locally produced meals! Anyone and everyone is welcome to volunteer with us or eat our delicious food. Loaded Ladle is a non-profit, student funded, open cooperative of students and community members dedicated to providing affordable, diverse, fresh, and healthy food to as many people as possible. Loaded Ladle aims to tackle the unjust global food system by providing a local alternative.

The Loaded Ladle serves free, locally produced meals! Anyone and everyone is welcome to volunteer with us or eat our delicious food. Loaded Ladle is a non-profit, student funded, open cooperative of students and community members dedicated to providing affordable, diverse, fresh, and healthy food to as many people as possible. Loaded Ladle aims to tackle the unjust global food system by providing a local alternative.


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WUSC - Dalhousie/King's Local Committee

We sponsor the education and resettlement of refugee students at Dalhousie University. As a part of WUSC's Student Refugee Program, our local campus committee contributes towards creating access to education for displaced youth from conflict-torn areas of the world.

We sponsor the education and resettlement of refugee students at Dalhousie University. As a part of WUSC's Student Refugee Program, our local campus committee contributes towards creating access to education for displaced youth from conflict-torn areas of the world.

Our student members provide social, academic, financial, health and wellbeing support to the sponsored newcomer students and seek to raise awareness about refugee resettlement. We also host events, activities, and outings -- ranging from pumpkin carving to skating to winter clothing shopping -- to welcome these students to Canada and to Dalhousie.

Join us if you're interested in making your campus a more welcoming place while also contributing to global development as a whole. All are welcome!


Contact Us:

Primary: wusc@dal.ca

Socials:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wusc_dalhousie/
Website - https://srp.wusc.ca/

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Islamic Relief at Dalhousie (IR Dal)

Islamic Relief Dalhousie works under Islamic Relief Canada to raise money for humanitarian assistance while getting students involved. IR Dal strives to alleviate suffering, hunger, illiteracy, and diseases worldwide regardless of colour, race, religion, or creed.

Islamic Relief Dalhousie works under Islamic Relief Canada to raise money for humanitarian assistance while getting students involved. IR Dal strives to alleviate suffering, hunger, illiteracy, and diseases worldwide regardless of colour, race, religion, or creed.


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Her Campus at Dalhousie University

Her Campus at Dalhousie is a student run online publication focusing on university lifestyle, wellness, pop culture and student experience! Our mission is to offer students on campus and creative outlet through writing about what makes you passionate!

Her Campus at Dalhousie is a student run online publication focusing on university lifestyle, wellness, pop culture and student experience! Our mission is to offer students on campus and creative outlet through writing about what makes you passionate!

In addition to publishing articles weekly, we post content on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok and host events on and off campus. Her Campus at Dalhousie is always looking for new writers and members so if you are interested please reach out to us through social media or email us at hc.dalhousie@hercampus.com!


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Her Campus at Dalhousie University

Her Campus at Dalhousie is a student run online publication focusing on university lifestyle, wellness, pop culture and student experience! Our mission is to offer students on campus and creative outlet through writing about what makes you passionate!

In addition to publishing articles weekly, we post content on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok and host events on and off campus. Her Campus at Dalhousie is always looking for new writers and members so if you are interested please reach out to us through social media or email us at hc.dalhousie@hercampus.com!


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Dalhousie Weightlifting and Powerlifting Society

We are group of students from all different backgrounds and ages at Dalhousie interested in Barbell sports. Once a week we train together in the high performance room with a coach to improve our skills. This club promotes community within barbell sports at Dalhousie and is an amazing place to start out powerlifting/weightlifting or just meet people in the sport! Send a quick e-mail and come on down to see what we have to offer- everyone is welcome!

We practice and promote powerlifting and weightlifting to the Dalhousie community while providing a safe sporting experience for all members. To advance powerlifting and weightlifting at Dalhousie and in Halifax through developmental programs and sports meets using grants and or funds.

** Note in the 2024-25 we plan to host mock meets to introduce those who want to compete to the environment!


Contact Us:

Society Email: lifting@dal.ca
Primary: ab290409@dal.ca

Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/dalwpa/

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Dalhousie Model United Nations

DalMUN is a society focused on simulating United Nations discussions. Delegates will be given country assignments to represent their stance on diverse topics, debating amongst others at continent-wide conferences. The essence of DalMUN is to foster a competitive and supportive environment. This environment will give individuals the chance to foster their leadership and public speaking skills, and also make new friends.

DalMUN is a society focused on simulating United Nations discussions. Delegates will be given country assignments to represent their stance on diverse topics, debating amongst others at continent-wide conferences. The essence of DalMUN is to foster a competitive and supportive environment. This environment will give individuals the chance to foster their leadership and public speaking skills, and also make new friends.

The primary goal of DalMUN is to create an opportunity for individuals to travel, practice their diplomacy, and be a part of a community. Our vision for DalMUN is to create a solid society that lasts beyond 2023-2024. Competitive MUN teams across the continent are able to engage in high quality debate at conferences throughout the year, and gain recognition through awards which they casocn put onto their CV. We hope to create opportunities like this for current and future Dalhousie students.


Contact Us:

Primary: dalmun@dal.ca
Secondary: am564854@dal.ca

Socials:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dalmodelun/

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Kings & Dalhousie Bike Society

The Centre & its rentals are run by students, for students - we host rides and events and offer free bike loans to Dal & King's students as well as a shop for bike repairs. We believe that helping people feel comfortable and confident working on their bike can help them save money, feel empowered, and show how fun and rewarding doing your own repairs can be. Our well-equipped shop has affordable parts and is staffed by knowledge

The Centre & its rentals are run by students, for students - we host rides and events and offer free bike loans to Dal & King's students as well as a shop for bike repairs.

We believe that helping people feel comfortable and confident working on their bike can help them save money, feel empowered, and show how fun and rewarding doing your own repairs can be. Our well-equipped shop has affordable parts and is staffed by knowledgeable mechanics who are happy to show you around, answer questions, and guide you through repairs!

The Society also regularly organizes rides of varying lengths in and around the HRM - these are a great way to spend time outside and get some exercise while meeting new people and enjoying some of the beautiful places in and around Halifax. Many are geared towards riders who want to build skills, confidence and familiarity with city riding while others are longer, more challenging, and will appeal more to experienced riders!


Contact Us:

Primary: bikectr@dal.ca
Dalhousie/King's Bike Centre - 1 Alumni Crescent, just next to the Studley Gym!

Socials:

Instagram @bikeatdal / https://www.instagram.com/bikeatdal/?hl=en

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Dalhousie Outdoors Society

The Dalhousie Outdoors Society (DOS) is a levied society aimed at increasing the accessibility of outdoor spaces to the Dalhousie community. DOS offers subsidized trips, grants to student groups and societies and a fully stocked gear library, free of charge.

The Dalhousie Outdoors Society (DOS) is a levied society aimed at increasing the accessibility of outdoor spaces to the Dalhousie community. DOS offers subsidized trips, grants to student groups and societies and a fully stocked gear library, free of charge.


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The Unconscious Collective Vocal Ensemble (The UCVE)

The Unconscious Collective Vocal Ensemble is a small, completely student-organized, a capella choir. With students and alumni from Dalhousie University, The University of King’s College, Saint Mary's University and Nova Scotia Community College, this choir brings together music lovers of all kinds and talents. We perform a wide variety of a capella music on, off, and around Dal/King's using only our voices!

The Unconscious Collective Vocal Ensemble is a small, completely student-organized, a capella choir. With students and alumni from Dalhousie University, The University of King’s College, Saint Mary's University and Nova Scotia Community College, this choir brings together music lovers of all kinds and talents. We perform a wide variety of a capella music on, off, and around Dal/King's using only our voices!

The UCVE meets twice a week throughout the school year. During that time, members make amazing music together. We have fun as we learn new songs and get excited as they sound better and better with each rehearsal. By coming to choir, we also gain a caring support group. UCVE is home to people with different backgrounds, insights and experiences, and by sharing that with one another, we find a community where we can all belong and can grow. Outside of singing, we also foster community with “mandatory fun,” which has included apple picking, origami nights and picnics. Once you are a member of UCVE, you are always a member.

The UCVE also contributes to the community outside itself. Twice a year, the choir puts on a concert, inviting anyone who wants to come. Admission is via donation, and after each concert, we give a significant portion to charity. In the past, we have donated to Adsum House, Parker Street Food and Furniture Bank, and The Canadian Lyme Disease Foundation.


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