Posts by Haleigh Atwood
Dalplex Pool back in action
After nine months of ongoing repairs to fix leaks in the Dalplex pool, the repairs should be over soon. “Dalplex opened in 1979. It’s a great building, but it’s tired,” said Kathie Wheadon, director of facility and business services at Dalplex. “The pool really is one of our most used facilities, and it’s been quiet…
Read MoreDal Votes 2015, Candidate Profile: Sarah Dobson
Name: Sarah Dobson Age: 19 Hometown: Halifax Program: Political Science Nominated for: Senate Relevant experience: Positions on various student councils for 7 years (last year: residence council), currently working as a page at the Nova Scotia Legislature Dalhousie Gazette: Why are you running for a Senate seat? SD: A lot of people realize how important…
Read MoreDal counselling employs 2 new staff members
Due in large part to the dentistry scandal, the presidency of Dalhousie granted extra funding to Dal’s Counselling Services this semester. As a result, the centre decided to employ two 10-month term psychologists to increase the amount of personal counselling offered to students. A surplus of students has meant more individuals have needed professional help…
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