/faculty/health/news-events/news.html Â鶹´«Ã½ RSS News - Students Thu, 19 Sep 2024 22:07:02 GMT 2024-09-19T22:07:02Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/07/09/bridging_continents__dal_students_to_learn__share___connect_in_west_africa.html Students of African ancestry from Â鶹´«Ã½ including some students in the Faculty of Health will join African Nova Scotian community members on a journey to Ghana, West Africa in July. The trip is meant to honor and commemorate the final year of the UN-declared Decade for People of African Descent (DPAD). Students Tue, 09 Jul 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/07/09/bridging_continents__dal_students_to_learn__share___connect_in_west_africa.html Miguel Nkeng and Dawn Morrison 2024-07-09T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/07/04/dal_health_researchers_use_podcasting_discover_the_people_behind_the_science.html Juliet Rowe and Theresa Gaughan are co-hosts of Mind: The Gap – a podcast that was created in Dr. Shaun Boe’s Lab for Brain Recovery and Function. Rowe, a Rehabilitation Research student, and Gaughan, a PhD in Health candidate, use the podcast to educate, inspire and to learn about themselves as researchers. Students Innovation PhD in Health School of Physiotherapy News Thu, 04 Jul 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/07/04/dal_health_researchers_use_podcasting_discover_the_people_behind_the_science.html Stephanie Brown 2024-07-04T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/21/dalhousie_university_nursing_student_closer_to__living_out_her_dream_of_helping_people__thanks_to_support_of_new_award.html Â鶹´«Ã½ School of Nursing student Sara Foster decided to become a Nurse because she wanted to help people. Thanks to the support of donors, she is one step closer to living out her dream. Students School of Nursing Alumni & Friends Fri, 21 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/21/dalhousie_university_nursing_student_closer_to__living_out_her_dream_of_helping_people__thanks_to_support_of_new_award.html Ryan Donato 2024-06-21T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/21/master_of_nursing_grad_passionate_about_working_in_mental_health_and_addictions.html Stephanie Williams is the first person in her immediate family to attend university. After graduating from Dal in 2020 with a BScN, Williams accepted a position at the Garron Centre for Child and Adolescent Mental Health while also working in withdrawal management in Lunenberg and Dartmouth. School of Nursing Students Alumni & Friends News Fri, 21 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/21/master_of_nursing_grad_passionate_about_working_in_mental_health_and_addictions.html Ryan Donato 2024-06-21T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/20/msc_audiology_grad_shifts_career_from_entomologist_to_audiologist.html Simon Pawlowski worked for many years as an entomologist, however, he began to find the long hours of lab work isolating. Pawlowski searched for a new career path that would allow him to work more directly with people. Through research, career aptitude tests, and recommendations from the Wolfville Hearing Clinic, he discovered the field of audiology. Students Alumni & Friends School of Communication Sciences and Disorders News Thu, 20 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/20/msc_audiology_grad_shifts_career_from_entomologist_to_audiologist.html Ryan Donato 2024-06-20T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/12/occupational_science_grad_exploring_concept_of_care_farming.html During her studies, MacEachren became passionate about understanding how the various daily tasks and activities people engage in impact their health and their wellbeing. She also believes the Occupational Science program broadened her awareness of diverse perspectives and the importance of equity. School of Occupational Therapy Students Alumni & Friends News Wed, 12 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/12/occupational_science_grad_exploring_concept_of_care_farming.html Ryan Donato 2024-06-12T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/04/msc_physiotherapy_grad_finds_fulfillment_in_helping_patients_return_to_activities_they_love.html For Christine Barnes, graduation marks the culmination of six years of hard work. Barnes was introduced to physiotherapy through a high school co-op placement where she worked within a stroke and rehabilitation context. That experience ignited a passion for working with others towards their functional recovery, with the focus of allowing her patients to participate in their own lives. Students Alumni & Friends School of Physiotherapy News Tue, 04 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/04/msc_physiotherapy_grad_finds_fulfillment_in_helping_patients_return_to_activities_they_love.html Ryan Donato 2024-06-04T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/04/recreation_therapy_grad_found_her_strength_and_leadership_ability.html Sun Lee moved to Kitchener, Ontario from Seoul, South Korea in 2013 where she was employed as an occupational therapist assistant and physiotherapist assistant. Despite loving and being proud of her work, Lee began to look for other career opportunities. Lee’s search led her to Digby, Nova Scotia where she accepted a position with the Digby Hospital. School of Health and Human Performance Students Alumni & Friends News Tue, 04 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/04/recreation_therapy_grad_found_her_strength_and_leadership_ability.html Ryan Donato 2024-06-04T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/03/nursing_grad_takes_steps_towards_fulfilling_her_lifelong_dream.html Aneika Vassell’s lifelong dream has been to work in healthcare. Originally from Jamaica, Vassell was inspired to enter the healthcare field by her elementary school nurse. Students School of Nursing Alumni & Friends News Mon, 03 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/03/nursing_grad_takes_steps_towards_fulfilling_her_lifelong_dream.html Ryan Donato 2024-06-03T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/11/20/dal_student_nursing_outreach_initiative_aims_to_have_impact_on_the_health_of_the_homeless_population_of_halifax.html Dal School of Nursing Semester 3 students have partnered with Mobile Outreach Street Health (MOSH) to fundraise on MOSH’s behalf. News School of Nursing Students Mon, 20 Nov 2023 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/11/20/dal_student_nursing_outreach_initiative_aims_to_have_impact_on_the_health_of_the_homeless_population_of_halifax.html Terry Murray-Arnold 2023-11-20T16:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/10/13/mscpt_rehabilitation_research_grad_using_dietitian_background_to_research_nutritional_challenges_for_older_adults_with_dementia_living_in_long_term_care_homes.html Congratulations to the Dal Health Class of 2023! To celebrate Fall Convocation, we chatted with students from across Dal Health. Niousha Alizadehsaravi is graduating with a MSc in Rehabilitation Research. School of Physiotherapy News Students Fri, 13 Oct 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/10/13/mscpt_rehabilitation_research_grad_using_dietitian_background_to_research_nutritional_challenges_for_older_adults_with_dementia_living_in_long_term_care_homes.html Dal Health Communications 2023-10-13T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/10/12/bachelor_of_nursing_grad_wants_to_provide_care_and_support_to_patients_during_difficult_times.html Congratulations to the Dal Health Class of 2023! To celebrate Fall Convocation, we chatted with students from across Dal Health. Karley Fitzpatrick is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. News School of Nursing Students Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/10/12/bachelor_of_nursing_grad_wants_to_provide_care_and_support_to_patients_during_difficult_times.html Dal Health Communications 2023-10-12T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/10/10/msc_kinesiology_grad_and_ultramarathon_runner_building_career_to_give_back_to_sports_community.html Congratulations to the Dal Health Class of 2023! To celebrate Fall Convocation, we chatted with students from across Dal Health. Kelsey Hogan is graduating with a Master of Science in Kinesiology. News Health and Human Performance Students Tue, 10 Oct 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/10/10/msc_kinesiology_grad_and_ultramarathon_runner_building_career_to_give_back_to_sports_community.html Dal Health Communications 2023-10-10T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/10/06/master_of_science_in_occupational_therapy_says_being_one_of_the_first_to_graduate_with_this_degree_is_surreal.html Congratulations to the Dal Health Class of 2023! To celebrate Fall Convocation, we chatted with students from across Dal Health. Catherine Rose Talastas is graduating with a Master of Science in Occupational Science. The new MScOS program is one of its kind in Canada. News School of Occupational Therapy Students Fri, 06 Oct 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/10/06/master_of_science_in_occupational_therapy_says_being_one_of_the_first_to_graduate_with_this_degree_is_surreal.html Dal Health Communications 2023-10-06T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/09/28/dal_phd_in_nursing_student_awarded_vanier_canada_graduate_scholarship.html PhD in Nursing student Maddie Gallant, RN BScN, is honoured, grateful and excited to receive a 2023 Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship. Awarded to doctoral students at Canadian institutions who display academic excellence, research potential, and leadership, the Vanier grants recipients $50,000 per year over a three-year period. News Students School of Nursing Thu, 28 Sep 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/09/28/dal_phd_in_nursing_student_awarded_vanier_canada_graduate_scholarship.html Josey Houle, Dal Health freelance writer 2023-09-28T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/09/18/hard_of_hearing_audiology_student_using_her_experiences_to_help_others_like_herself.html Having been diagnosed with hearing loss at age four, Kendra Cove has been to the audiologist more times than she can count. Now, she’s in her third year of the School of Communication Sciences and Disorder’s Audiology program to help others just like herself. News School of Communication Sciences and Disorders Students Mon, 18 Sep 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/09/18/hard_of_hearing_audiology_student_using_her_experiences_to_help_others_like_herself.html Stephanie Brown 2023-09-18T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/07/06/bachelor_of_nursing_grad_says_degree_provided_him_with_deep_personal_fulfillment.html Congratulations to all of our Dal Health Class of 2023! To celebrate Spring Convocation, we chatted with students from across Dal Health. Dylan Joudrie graduated with a Bachelor of Science (Nursing). Students School of Nursing Alumni & Friends Thu, 06 Jul 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/07/06/bachelor_of_nursing_grad_says_degree_provided_him_with_deep_personal_fulfillment.html Dal Health Communications 2023-07-06T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/06/16/bachelor_of_science__recreation__and_bachelor_of_management_grad_wants_to_share_benefits_of_recreation_and_leisure_with_others.html Congratulations to all of our Dal Health Class of 2023! To celebrate Spring Convocation, we chatted with students from across Dal Health. Claire Steele graduated with a Recreation Management degree which is a joint Bachelor of Science (Recreation) and Bachelor of Management. Students School of Health and Human Performance Alumni & Friends News Fri, 16 Jun 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/06/16/bachelor_of_science__recreation__and_bachelor_of_management_grad_wants_to_share_benefits_of_recreation_and_leisure_with_others.html Dal Health Communications 2023-06-16T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/06/16/joint_jd_mha_grad_combined_passion_for_law__health_and_policy.html Congratulations to all of our Dal Health Class of 2023! To celebrate Spring Convocation, we chatted with students from across Dal Health. Emma Vossen graduated with a joint Juris Doctor and Master of Health Administration. School of Health Administration Students Alumni & Friends News Fri, 16 Jun 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/06/16/joint_jd_mha_grad_combined_passion_for_law__health_and_policy.html Dal Health Communications 2023-06-16T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/03/23/_this_space_is_everything___new_space_for_shag_lab.html After years spent working in conference rooms, personal offices, and via remote online formats, the SHaG team is excited to be working together in their new dedicated space in the Studley gym. Students Teaching and Learning News Research Thu, 23 Mar 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/03/23/_this_space_is_everything___new_space_for_shag_lab.html Josey Houle, Dal Health freelance writer 2023-03-23T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/03/15/dal_health_heads_to_three_minute_thesis_finals.html Melina Markotjohn (Communications Sciences and Disorders), Olivia Crewe (Physiotherapy), Juliet Rowe (Physiotherapy) and Erin McConnell (Nursing) are all advancing to the finals. Dal Health Achievements Research Students Wed, 15 Mar 2023 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/03/15/dal_health_heads_to_three_minute_thesis_finals.html Stephanie Brown 2023-03-15T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/01/12/bsw_student_olugu_ukpai_leads_non_profit_organization_in_africa.html Bachelor of Social Work student Olugu Ukpai leads non-profit organization Challenge AIDS and Malaria in Africa. Students Thu, 12 Jan 2023 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2023/01/12/bsw_student_olugu_ukpai_leads_non_profit_organization_in_africa.html Josey Houle, Dal Health freelance writer 2023-01-12T16:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2022/10/03/making_an_impact.html Catherine Rose Talastas is thriving in online Master of Science in Occupational Science (MScOS) program, presents her thesis proposal at international conference Students Mon, 03 Oct 2022 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2022/10/03/making_an_impact.html Josey Houle, Dal Health Communications Intern 2022-10-03T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2022/07/07/_excited_to_earn_my_degree_and_complete_a_long_line_of_dalhousie_alumni_.html Ahmed (Kamal) Esmat from Cairo, Egypt, is the sixth member of his family to receive a degree from Â鶹´«Ã½ Students Thu, 07 Jul 2022 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2022/07/07/_excited_to_earn_my_degree_and_complete_a_long_line_of_dalhousie_alumni_.html Josey Houle, Dal Health Communications Intern 2022-07-07T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2022/07/04/jennifer-lane.html Dr. Jennifer Lane's research addresses the gap between health services needed vs. health services offered for 2SLGBTQ+ populations in Nova Scotia. Students Mon, 04 Jul 2022 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2022/07/04/jennifer-lane.html Brody Stuart-Verner 2022-07-04T15:00:00Z