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Dalhousie EngiQueers

Dalhousie EngiQueers

We are an official member group operating as an extension of EngiQueers Canada, a national non-profit that represents the 2SLGTBQIA+ community in engineering & celebrates, promotes, and advocates for equity, diversity, and belonging in engineering. Our three pillars are 1. professional development (e.g., sending delegates to the annual national EngiQueers Canada conference), 2. education & advocacy (e.g., delivering EDIA training), and 3. social connection (e.g., hosting events on campus such as drag shows, community walks, art nights, and more). Dal EQ has a General Member Community that students and professionals are invited to join.

Marine Affairs Student Society (MASS)

MASS is a society for graduate students within the Masters of Marine Management (MMM) program at Dalhousie. The society plans events and activities for the MMM cohort, and advocates on behalf of the students. To contact the MASS president please email abby.christopher@dal.ca.

Dalhousie Student Society of Economic Geologists

The Dalhousie Student Society of Economic Geologists is a local chapter of the Society of Economic Geologists. We organize field trips, lectures, and other events relating to geoscience, especially regarding the discovery and development of mineral resources and energy.

Tau Lambda Xi Sorority

Tau Lambda Xi Sorority

Tau Lambda Xi Sorority is local to Halifax and was founded back in 2017. We recruit female identifying individuals from Dalhousie, and other universities surrounding the HRM! Since then our organization has hosted various events throughout each academic year that offer social, leadership, and philanthropic oppertunities to our members.

Dalhousie Graduate Nursing Society

The Dalhousie Graduate Nursing Society is a society that promotes leadership, mentorship, and community engagement. The society fosters a social environment and support system for graduate nursing students. The society is dedicated to health promotion and wellness for all and strives to promote the interest and participation of graduate nursing students in student governance and fellowship.

Dalhousie Lion’s Club

Dalhousie Lion’s Club

The Dalhousie Lion’s Club serves to meet the needs of our local Dalhousie and Halifax community because we share a core belief - to serve our community. Some events that we have organized in the past include volunteering at the local soup kitchen, preparing a home cooked meal for the local homeless shelter, care packages for first year undergrads as well as a clothing drive!

Society of Immunology and Microbiology Students (SIMS)

Society of Immunology and Microbiology Students (SIMS)

SIMS connects students in the field of Microbiology and Immunology through the organization of events that cultivates a close-knit community. SIMS welcomes both undergraduate and graduate students, offering them a valuable platform for meaningful connections with their peers and esteemed department faculty.

Dalhousie Blood Society (DalBlood)

Dalhousie Blood Society (DalBlood)

We are a group of students interested in advocating for and promoting blood donation in the Dalhousie community. We strive to inform students about the important roles blood and tissue donors play in Canada's healthcare system, and encourage anyone who is eligible to join Canada's Lifeline. DalBlood works closely with Canadian Blood Services (CBS) to organize on-campus blood donation clinics, where many of our society members volunteer to support CBS staff.

Dalhousie University Sudanese Society

Dalhousie University Sudanese Society

The main mission of this society is to make every Sudanese student in and coming to Dalhousie that they are well represented, and their voice is heard. Especially with the ongoing war we have right now, the formation of this society will connect and resonate with so many Sudanese students that come from the homeland.

Dalhousie Women in Business Association

Dalhousie Women in Business Association

Founded in May 2015, Dalhousie WIBA operates under the Dalhousie Commerce Society umbrella within the Faculty of Management. We currently have almost 200 student members who believe in the importance of the advancement of women in business. Our mission is to inspire young women to take on leadership roles and pursue success.

Loaded Ladle

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.

Mfuwe Epilepsy Society

The Mfuwe Epilepsy Society (MES) is dedicated to supporting the Mfuwe Epilepsy Foundation's mission of addressing the prevalent issue of epilepsy and combating the associated stigma in the rural region of Mufwe, Zambia. To achieve this goal, MES plans to organize fundraisers throughout the year, generating funds to support diverse initiatives of the Mfuwe Epilepsy Foundation. These initiatives are aimed at improving healthcare equity, ensuring access to healthcare services, and conducting healthcare research related to epilepsy in the region.

Dalhousie Kings Ultimate Frisbee Team (DKUT)

DKUT is a competitive ultimate frisbee club at Dalhousie that anyone can join and participate in. Previous ultimate frisbee experience is not required. We practice 2-3 times/week from September to April, represent Dalhousie/Kings at tournaments throughout the East Coast and the country, and have a great time doing it!

Dalhousie Men’s Lacrosse

Our society teaches the game of lacrosse and its rich Canadian history to the Dalhousie students while also competing in lacrosse games with multiple other universities across the maritime provinces. Student members participate and learn in practices and games throughout the fall months. Lacrosse is the national sport of Canada, and it is important that we acknowledge the sport that was created by the indigenous people.

Dalhousie Judo Club

Dalhousie Judo Club

Judo was derived from Ju Jutsu in the late 1800’s as a way to develop the youth of Japan. Not only is Judo a physical activity and a sport, but its principles of “mutual welfare and benefit” and “maximum efficiency” can be applied to one’s life outside of the dojo.

Dalhousie Synchronized Swimming Club

Dalhousie Synchronized Swimming Club

Dal Synchro is a Tier-2 Sports club that offers artistic swimming programs for any athlete currently registered in an accredited university-level degree in Halifax. Anyone with previous synchro experience can join our team! We strive to create a fun and supportive environment where students can continue their love for synchro through competition and recreation.

Association of Health Administration Students

Association of Health Administration Students

The goal of AHAS is to promote the professional and academic interests of all members of the School of Health Administration and to facilitate connections between faculty, students, alumni, and local community contacts. Members of the executive team encourage fellowship among members, host events for students ranging from professional development to community engagement, and ensure that there is broad participation in student governance through a fair and just election process and sub-committee membership.

WUSC - Dalhousie/King's Local Committee

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.