Dalhousie University Chinese Students and Scholars' Association

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…

Dalhousie’s African Students’ Association

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 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 Sociology and Social Anthropology Student Society

Dalhousie Sociology and Social Anthropology Student Society

The SOSA society is a space for SOSA students to meet each other and build a community! We hold all types of events like movie nights, study nights, meet and greets, talks with profs and much more. We are open to all SOSA students or anyone at Dalhousie that has an interest in sociology and social anthropology!
We look forward to seeing you at our future events and welcome you to the SOSA society!

Dalhousie Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (Dalhousie FSAE)

Dalhousie Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (Dalhousie FSAE)

Dalhousie Formula SAE designs, builds, and races a small formula-style race
car, with a focus on developing students engineering skills and technologies. For the 2022-2023 season the team transitioned to an electric drivetrain. This allows student members to promote sustainable transportation and advance the future of mobility while actively gaining the necessary skills to easily integrate into the transitioning automotive industry upon graduation.

Dalhousie Roundnet Club

Dalhousie Roundnet Club

The Dalhousie Roundnet Club is a Tier-2 sports club that offers the play and practice of roundnet (Spikeball). The DRC promotes organized play for casual and competitive players of the sport outside of intramurals. Roundnet is becoming an evermore popular sport, the DRC recognizes this and provides an outlet to play and compete in tournaments!

DalDance Society

DalDance Society

DalDance offers high-quality recreational dance practices for dancers of every skill level! We offer a variety of styles of dance, including classical dance (tap, jazz, ballet, etc.) and some additional classes in street styles (hip-hop, heels, etc.). In the Fall term we focus on technique and fun combinations, and in the Winter term we offer a performance opportunity with our annual DalDance recital!

Greater Love Dalhousie

With the help of the student body, we at Greater Love Dal participate in weekly outreaches with the purpose of offering food and listening to the stories of those on the streets of Halifax. We emphasize building strong friendships and showing those who are experiencing homelessness that they are loved and cared for.

Dalhousie Exchange Society

Dalhousie Exchange Society

The Dalhousie Exchange Society is focused on making the whole “exchange” experience as fun and easy as possible. We strive to help all students get the most of their experience either leaving Dal, or coming to Dal. Students are invited to participate in events, and are encouraged to make Dal a more warm and welcoming place.

DAL Bhangra

Bhangra is a Punjabi folk dance style originating from Punjab, India that now we have brought to Dalhousie! This is the first time ever that Dalhousie has this society! We currently do performances as well as looking into doing more classes to teach more people this dance form. You don't have to be a Punjabi to join nor have any experience to be a part of Dal Bhangra. We are a tight knit society, almost like a family and have practices often. Just reach out to us via Instagram or through our email and we would love to have you part of our family!

Dal Knitting Club

Dal Knitting Club is a society where all levels of knitters get together to help the Halifax community by knitting items like hats, mittens, dishcloths and more for charities, homeless shelters, and other organizations seeking donations. It's a great opportunity to learn or improve a hobby while helping the Halifax community!