An aspiring journalist with a BA in Kinesiology, Benjamin Andrews felt the need to expand his expertise and embarked on a Master of Arts in political science at Dal. Graduating this week, he takes with him a broader perspective as he enters journalism school at a time of great change for the industry.

A long-time employee with Dal's Management Career Services, Ayşe Dai-Gammon graduates this week after finishing her last three MBA courses entirely online during the pandemic lockdown — a situation she says offered an opportunity to build special connections.

Ella MacDonald is one of only seven young Canadian performing artists this year to receive a developing artist grant from Hnatyshyn Foundation. The award is recognition of her achievements as an emerging talent both on and off the stage.

The creativity of the students and faculty of Dal's Fountain School of Performing Arts gets a spotlight showcase this week, with the school's first-ever digital theatrical performance. Concord Floral streams online this week — live, worldwide, and free for everyone.

Three high school graduates from Atlantic Canada and three from Ontario are this year's Dal recipients of the Schulich Leader award, one of Canada’s most coveted undergraduate scholarships.