Dalhousie Biomedical Engineering Society (DBES)
We aim to foster a sense of community for students in the Biomedical Engineering program.
Our society mainly organizes social events for our students and facilitates communication between between students and the faculty. This is all in an effort to foster a sense of community in our program. This is important because our students come from very diverse scientific backgrounds and work on a diverse set of research problems. But, we are also physically separated in buildings across the 3 Halifax campuses.
We aim to foster a sense of community for students in the Biomedical Engineering program.
Our society mainly organizes social events for our students and facilitates communication between between students and the faculty. This is all in an effort to foster a sense of community in our program. This is important because our students come from very diverse scientific backgrounds and work on a diverse set of research problems. But, we are also physically separated in buildings across the 3 Halifax campuses.
Contact Us:
Primary: contactdbes@gmail.com
Secondary:
Socials:
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Dalhousie-Biomedical-Engineering-Society-103574384410181
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/contactdbes/?hl=en
Health and Human Performance Graduate Student Society (HAHP GSS)
The HAHP GSS aims to use funding/resources to aid graduate students within the department. The top priorities are ensuring students have access to resources that keep well-being and morale high,
while assisting them with any issues they have academically or personally.
The HAHP GSS exists to represent the voices of graduate students in the School of Health and Human Performance and to provide them with opportunities to optimize their graduate student experience.
The HAHP GSS aims to use funding/resources to aid graduate students within the department. The top priorities are ensuring students have access to resources that keep well-being and morale high,
while assisting them with any issues they have academically or personally.
The HAHP GSS exists to represent the voices of graduate students in the School of Health and Human Performance and to provide them with opportunities to optimize their graduate student experience.
Contact Us:
Primary: hhpgss@dal.ca
Biology Organization of Graduate Students (BOGS)
The main goal of the Dalhousie Biology Organization of Graduate Students (BOGS) is to support the interests of graduate students within the Biology Department at Dalhousie University. We do our best to represent student voices at departmental meetings (Committee of the Whole, COW), and to encourage departmental mingling. As a biology grad student, you are automatically a member of BOGS!
The main goal of the Dalhousie Biology Organization of Graduate Students (BOGS) is to support the interests of graduate students within the Biology Department at Dalhousie University. We do our best to represent student voices at departmental meetings (Committee of the Whole, COW), and to encourage departmental mingling. As a biology grad student, you are automatically a member of BOGS!
Graduate student life involves much more than just academic pursuits. It's helpful to get to know the other students around you, both in your lab and in the rest of the department. They can also be your best support system when your experiments aren't working, you're discouraged or confused, or just need to blow off some steam. To help you get to know the people around you, BOGS organizes a series of social events during the year. An easy and relaxed way to get to know your fellow grad students is to come to our weekly seminar series, FISH (Friday Informal Seminar Hour), in the 5th floor lounge.
Contact Us:
Primary: emilyyeung@dal.ca
Secondary: s.rose@dal.ca
Socials:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/589908614476035/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/dalbogs?lang=en
Dalhousie Kinesiology Society (DKS)
Dalhousie Kinesiology Society is focussed on inclusion and promotion of health and wellbeing to all students. We encourage physical activity and promotion of healthy habits to all students.
Dalhousie Kinesiology Society is focussed on inclusion and promotion of health and wellbeing to all students. We encourage physical activity and promotion of healthy habits to all students.
Contact Us:
Primary: dalkinsociety@gmail.com
Secondary: cheyanne.anderson@dal.ca
Socials:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dalkinsociety/
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.
Contact Us:
Primary: theucve@gmail.com
Secondary: trotmankenisse@dal.ca
Socials:
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/theUCVE
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.ucve/
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ucvesatb/videos
Dalhousie Dental Students’ Society
The DDSS is a society for all students in the Faculty of Dentistry that encourages positive relationships between students, faculty, and professional dental associations.
The DDSS is a society for all students in the Faculty of Dentistry that encourages positive relationships between students, faculty, and professional dental associations.
Dalhousie Ismaili Students Association (DAL-ISA)
Our society enhances the unity and quality of life of Dalhousie Ismaili Students Association members through conducting events and providing services balanced among the areas of education, social, cultural, sports, health, leadership development, and community relations. Doing so effectively and efficiently, in collaboration with partner institutions and in accordance with the principles and ethics of the Aga Khan Council for Canada.
Our society enhances the unity and quality of life of Dalhousie Ismaili Students Association members through conducting events and providing services balanced among the areas of education, social, cultural, sports, health, leadership development, and community relations. Doing so effectively and efficiently, in collaboration with partner institutions and in accordance with the principles and ethics of the Aga Khan Council for Canada.
Contact Us:
Primary: sz500426@dal.ca
Secondary: ar584283@dal.ca
Socials:
Instagram- https://instagram.com/dalhousie_isa?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
Dalhousie Egyptian Society
We, the Dalhousie Egyptian Society aim to unite Egyptians at Dalhousie, provide them with a home abroad, and showcase our Egyptian Culture. The society started in Fall 2019 by a senior political science student who was interested in bringing the Egyptian community together and in introducing Egyptian and Middle Eastern culture to students who have never had the experience. Four years later, our current executive and council team still maintain the same values and goals that motivated the founders.
We, the Dalhousie Egyptian Society aim to unite Egyptians at Dalhousie, provide them with a home abroad, and showcase our Egyptian Culture. The society started in Fall 2019 by a senior political science student who was interested in bringing the Egyptian community together and in introducing Egyptian and Middle Eastern culture to students who have never had the experience. Four years later, our current executive and council team still maintain the same values and goals that motivated the founders.
Our events are always marketed as inclusive and as accessible as possible. We believe that Dalhousie Students benefit from our activities by participating in culturally enriching events at which they can experience different traditions, eat ethnic foods, and discuss social issues, all within a safe and enriching environment. We hold events and encourage everyone to join, whether they are from Egypt or not. We always try to plan the best and most inclusive events to introduce different cultures to Dalhousie Students and Faculty.
Contact Us:
Primary: Egypt@dal.ca
Secondary: Ahmed.abdelmoaty@dal.ca
Socials:
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dalegysociety
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dalegysociety/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dalhousie-egyptian-society-07b4b5276
Omani Student Association (OSA)
Welcome Omani students to Dalhousie and get them to learn about Halifax and Canada. Our society helps Omani students to get to know each other and feel at home in a foreign country. We plan to make events so they get to enjoy themselves between the heavy classes and dense quizzes. Also, get others to know about our country Oman. Our society helps to give space for students to relax when the semester gets heavy, and since Omanis are a minority this society lets them feel a sense of community.
Welcome Omani students to Dalhousie and get them to learn about Halifax and Canada. Our society helps Omani students to get to know each other and feel at home in a foreign country. We plan to make events so they get to enjoy themselves between the heavy classes and dense quizzes. Also, get others to know about our country Oman.
Our society helps to give space for students to relax when the semester gets heavy, and since Omanis are a minority this society lets them feel a sense of community.
Contact Us:
Primary: omani@dal.ca
Socials:
Instagram - https://instagram.com/osa_dal?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
Catholic Christian Outreach (CCO)
CCO is the Catholic Community at Dalhousie! We are a group of people who are on all different levels faith! We are a space where you can both explore and ask questions about the Christian faith and grow deeper in your personal faith in community.
We run small-group faith studies, host large-group events like retreats and prayer nights, and there are almost always people hanging out on the 3rd floor of the SUB studying, playing games or just chatting.
We'd love to get to know you and hope you'll join us.
Catholic Christian Outreach (CCO) is an organization created to help students to learn more about God, and how to form a personal relationship with Him. We will be hosting book studies throughout each semester that help achieve this goal. The 5 books are Discovery, Source, Growth, Trust, and Commission. While the first 4 studies are a semester in length (either Fall or Winter), Commission will be completed over both the Fall and Winter semesters.
CCO Dal is also a great place to meet new people! we provide a safe and open environment, meeting students where they're at in life. We know how tough life can be as a student, and we strive to make a community that can help support each other, as we all try to navigate this chapter of our lives.
Events such as a Fall Retreat, Summits (Adoration nights), Winter and Spring Formal, along with other fun events! Information for each event will be posted on our Instagram page, as well as advertised around the SUB building. All are welcome to join in on any of our events!
Contact Us:
Primary: et233102@dal.ca
Secondary: Lm396231@dal.ca
3rd Floor SUB, Society Hub Lounge
Socials:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ccodalhousie/
Website: cco.ca
Dalhousie Chinese Society (DCS)
Welcome to the Dalhousie Chinese Society (DCS), where individuals interested in immersing themselves in Chinese culture join together to celebrate traditional festivals and learn more about the culture. As a general member of the DCS, you will have the opportunity to attend our annual dumpling festival in celebration of Chinese New Year, where we enjoy delicious food that symbolizes luck and prosperity for the new year, decorate lanterns and watch movies!
Welcome to the Dalhousie Chinese Society (DCS), where individuals interested in immersing themselves in Chinese culture join together to celebrate traditional festivals and learn more about the culture. As a general member of the DCS, you will have the opportunity to attend our annual dumpling festival in celebration of Chinese New Year, where we enjoy delicious food that symbolizes luck and prosperity for the new year, decorate lanterns and watch movies!
As well trivia night is our most popular event, where groups compete for prizes based on their knowledge of Chinese culture. It is an excellent opportunity to meet new friends, win prizes, and learn about the culture. This year, we will host an event for the Mid-Autumn Festival where students can engage in festival activities such as trying mooncakes, lighting lanterns, making Chinese dragons, etc. Whether you want to learn more about Chinese culture or just meet new like-minded individuals, DCS is the perfect society for you!
Contact Us:
Primary: lr782752@dal.ca
Secondary: natalie.beecham@dal.ca
Socials:
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DalhousieDCS/
Dalhousie Building Smiles Society (DBSS)
The main purpose of the Dalhousie Building Smiles Society is to create positive and lasting change in youth undergoing chemotherapy at the IWK health centre. We plan events and fundraise in order to create custom support/comfort baskets for youth to bring smiles to their faces during times of difficulty. In doing so, we also raise awareness about paediatric cancers and their effects on the community.
The main purpose of the Dalhousie Building Smiles Society is to create positive and lasting change in youth undergoing chemotherapy at the IWK health centre. We plan events and fundraise in order to create custom support/comfort baskets for youth to bring smiles to their faces during times of difficulty, including teddy bears, reading books, bracelets, etc. In doing so, we also raise awareness about paediatric cancers and their effects on the community.
We have organized events with SPINCO and the Dalhousie Dance Society to promote health and wellbeing in the Dalhousie and greater community, while also supporting our worthy cause. In the past, we created and sold rose/candy grams during Valentine's Day, supporting local organizations and uniting students on campus. The society further engages community volunteering through various outreach initiatives throughout the year, including Phoenix Youth Programs Cooking and events hosted through the IWK, encouraging Dalhousie students to give back to their community in a meaningful way.
Joining our team provides you with volunteer opportunities, health advocacy and collaborative skills, and leadership experience. We promote an inclusive and safe space for all our members and hope to brighten the day of other students and youth suffering from cancer.
Contact Us:
Primary: buildingsmilesdal@gmail.com
Secondary: tt829362@dal.ca
Socials:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dal.buildingsmiles/
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@dal.buildingsmiles
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dalhousie-building-smiles-society-32aba4294/?originalSubdomain=ca
Heart4Heart Dalhousie Chapter
The Heart4Heart Dalhousie Chapter is a non-profit student-run charity that raises money to provide life-saving surgeries for children suffering from congenital heart disease in developing countries. We are one of eight chapters at Canadian universities and are partnered with Gift of Life International, and collectively, we have been successful in funding 62 surgeries to date.
The Heart4Heart Dalhousie Chapter is a non-profit student-run charity that raises money to provide life-saving surgeries for children suffering from congenital heart disease in developing countries. We are one of eight chapters at Canadian universities and are partnered with Gift of Life International, and collectively, we have been successful in funding 62 surgeries to date.
Our mission is to fundraise to sponsor life-saving procedures for children on an individualistic basis and raise awareness of congenital heart disease and global health inequity within the Dalhousie community. We do this by collaborating to create community-based fundraisers and educational campaigns, fostering a space for students to create positive change in and beyond Dalhousie Campus.
Contact Us:
Primary: dal.heart4heart@gmail.com
Socials:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dal.heart4heart/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dalheart4heart?lang=en
Website: https://www.heart4heart.ca/
Happy Human Project
Happy Human Project is Dalhousie University's student-led organization that is redefining the way our community finds happiness by uniting for the greater good.
Happy Human Project is a student-led organization at Dalhousie University, dedicated to proving that happiness is found when those in a community unite for the greater good. With mental health always at the center of everything we do, we support those around us and the crucial community organizations so many rely on. Students support us by attending our events and helping us grow in our ability to make true positive change.
Contact Us:
Primary: info.happyhumanproject@gmail.com
Secondary: megmaxner@gmail.com
Socials:
Website: www.happyhumanproject.ca
IG: www.instagram.com/happyhumanproj/
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/happyhumanproject
Dalhousie Friends of Doctors Without Borders / MSF (FoMSF)
As Dalhousie Friends of Doctors Without Borders we are the official university student support organization for Doctors Without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières / MSF) Canada.
Doctors Without Borders is a non-governmental, international organization that provides emergency humanitarian medical aid.
We aim to fundraise for Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Canada, raise awareness for their work, and encourage students to work with MSF Canada in their future careers.
As Dalhousie Friends of Doctors Without Borders / MSF, we are the official student support organization for Doctors Without Borders / Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Canada.
Doctors Without Borders is a non-governmental, international organization that provides emergency medical, humanitarian aid.
Our society fundraises for MSF Canada, raises awareness for MSF’s work, and encourages students to work with MSF Canada in their future careers.
Contact Us:
Primary: fomsf@dal.ca
Socials:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dal.fomsf/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dal.fomsf/
LinkedIn - https://ca.linkedin.com/company/friends-of-doctors-without-borders-msf-dalhousieu-s-chapter
Dalhousie Sextant Publishing Society
The Sextant is the official student run newspaper for Sexton Campus! Articles are student written, and concern the students in the faculties of Engineering, and Architecture and Planning. Topics could include society events, conferences, tips for success, and interviews with staff.
The Sextant is the official student run newspaper for Sexton Campus! Articles are student written, and concern the students in the faculties of Engineering, and Architecture and Planning. Topics could include society events, conferences, tips for success, and interviews with staff.
The Sextant is published both online and in print. The goal is to increase student engagement with events and to promote and inclusive and active student community. Finally, if you have something beneficial to write concerning Sexton Campus, we want YOU to become a writer! No experience necessary.
Dalhousie Theatre Society
Hello! We here at the Dal Theatre Society love all things theatre! We hope to create productions, student based events, and weekly improv nights for your interest!
Hello! We here at the Dal Theatre Society love all things theatre! We hope to create productions, student based events, and weekly improv nights for your interest!
Contact Us:
Primary: stage@dal.ca
Secondary: et824149@dal.ca
Socials:
Facebook - DalhousieTheatreSociety
Instagram - daltheatre *and* dalprovgram
TikTok - daltheatre
Website - https://daltheatre.wixsite.com/daltheatresociety
Dalhousie Oceanography Student Association
Our society offers a community to Oceanography grad students. We advocate for student's rights to the Department of Oceanography and we offer help to students when it comes to program requirements, work progress, difficulties with profs/supervisors etc. All Oceanography grad students are encouraged to join one or more of our committees to be actively involved in the DOSA community. Our society is very important to Oceanography grad students as we have about 50% international students and we are…
Our society offers a community to Oceanography grad students. We advocate for student's rights to the Department of Oceanography and we offer help to students when it comes to program requirements, work progress, difficulties with profs/supervisors etc. All Oceanography grad students are encouraged to join one or more of our committees to be actively involved in the DOSA community. Our society is very important to Oceanography grad students as we have about 50% international students and we are help them get settled here and include them in the community. The same goes for national students, but it is often more challenging for international students. We have established a great community in which students help each other out and make sure no one is left behind.
Contact Us:
President: Zack Whitworth (zwhitworth@dal.ca)
Vice President: Peter MacGregor (pt882803@dal.ca)
Treasurer: Joel Nordine (RW209198@dal.ca)
Secretary: Gopika Gopakumar (Gopika.Gopakumar@dal.ca)
Socials:
instagram: dal_ocean
(https://www.instagram.com/dal_ocean/?igshid=MmJiY2I4NDBkZg%3D%3D)
Dalhousie Association of Biology Students (DABS)
Is Biology your bread and butter? If so… you’ve come to the right place! We are the Dalhousie Association of Biology Students (DABS for short), and we represent undergraduate biology students. DABS is a place for biology lovers to come together; whether you are in the biology program, taking a biology course, or just are interested in biology in general, DABS welcomes everyone! DABS does a range of events every year, from going to Point Pleasant Park to go bird-watching, to tie-dying…
Is Biology your bread and butter? If so… you’ve come to the right place! We are the Dalhousie Association of Biology Students (DABS for short), and we represent undergraduate biology students. DABS is a place for biology lovers to come together; whether you are in the biology program, taking a biology course, or just are interested in biology in general, DABS welcomes everyone! DABS does a range of events every year, from going to Point Pleasant Park to go bird-watching, to tie-dying, to trivia nights! Are you interested in sports? We also arrange a sports team every year. When it comes to academics, we know it can be a challenge to navigate your degree and understand your options, so DABS helps host regular information sessions about topics like SEASIDE courses, biology degree options, Co-op, and much more. One of the biggest reasons to join DABS is the excellent sense of community we have amongst our members! DABS is a great place to gush about your favourite biology topics, get advice from other students on picking courses, and, above all, is a wonderful place to make new friends.
DABS aims to advocate for its biology students through its many representatives on curriculum committees, the committee of the whole biology department, and at DSS meetings. We love uniting students with a common interest in biology together and doing fun new activities where we can explore all that biology has to offer. All in all, DABS’ goal is to create an enjoyable space where all students feel welcome, and we would love for you to join us! If you have any questions or would like to join, feel free to send us an email at dabs@dal.ca or a message on our Instagram @dalbiology (https://www.instagram.com/dalbiology/), or our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/dalbiology.
Contact Us:
Primary: dabs@dal.ca
Life Science Center, 2nd floor, Office B2113 (to the left of the touch tank, next to the first year biology labs)
Socials:
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dalbiology
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dalbiology/
Website - https://dalbio.wixsite.com/dalhousie-associatio
Dalhousie Feminist Legal Association (DFLA)
The Dalhousie Feminist Legal Association fights to combat inequality in the legal profession and society more broadly. DFLA often hosts activities that support our mandate of enhancing education, offering resources and support, providing a safe space, and advocating for equality and inclusivity within and outside the law school. Additionally, we try to organize fundraisers for various feminist initiatives around Halifax.
The Dalhousie Feminist Legal Association fights to combat inequality in the legal profession and society more broadly. DFLA often hosts activities that support our mandate of enhancing education, offering resources and support, providing a safe space, and advocating for equality and inclusivity within and outside the law school. Additionally, we try to organize fundraisers for various feminist initiatives around Halifax.
Contact Us:
Primary: dalfeministlegalassociation@gmail.com
Secondary: ashley.thornton@dal.ca
Socials:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/dallawfeminists?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dallawfeminists/?hl=en
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