He’s small, he’s fluffy, and he’s our newest obsession. Meet Oscar, Dal’s on-campus therapy dog! This adorable bundle of love will be available for your petting, cuddling, and admiring enjoyment every Thursday from 3–4pm in the SUB for Puppy Power Hour. I was lucky enough to have a chance to sit down with Oscar (OK, so he was laying down, I was sitting) and ask him a few quick questions that I thought the public just had to know. [Read more…]
Your unofficial guide to St. Paddy’s Day 2019
The probability of finding a four-leaf clover may be in 1 in 10,000, but the probability that you’ll have a great time on St. Patrick’s Day will be much higher after you read about all of the fantastic events happening on campus! No need to search far and wide for that pot of gold—the activities on campus are even more worthwhile. From a cereal bar at the Student Union Building on Studley Campus to a pub-style night on the Agricultural Campus, Dalhousie has several events happening that are sure to fit anyone’s needs. [Read more…]
6 reasons you should try group counselling
Whether you want to learn more about yourself, get encouragement from others, or realize that you’re not alone in your struggles, group counselling offers lots of benefits. Group counselling can be helpful on its own, or as a complement to one-on-one counselling. Here are 6 reasons why group counselling might be good for you to try. [Read more…]
6 ways to beat the winter blues
Snow days are great. But chances are, if you’re anything like me, you’re ready for spring to get here. It’s easy to fall into a funk this time of the year, but I’m here to help. Try these 6 ways to boost your mood so you can beat this year’s winter blues. [Read more…]
Group Fitness at the Dalplex
With February almost over, our motivation for ‘getting active’ and ‘staying fit’ this year is quickly losing steam. If you’re getting bored of your usual routine of hitting the treadmill and pounding weights, why not switch it up with some group fitness classes? [Read more…]
5 things you might not know about birth control
Yes, babies are cute, but if you’re not in the position to become a parent, then it’s important you’re in the know on all things birth control. There are multiple options, the research is ongoing, and its history is pretty interesting. You may think you know all about it, but here are five things you might not know about birth control. [Read more…]
6 ways to improve your mental health at Dal
Feel like you’re being crushed by textbooks, midterms and term papers? Don’t worry, we get it. University can be overwhelming with deadlines and exams coming up. The important thing to remember is you’re not alone in feeling this way. It’s hard to perform your best in school with high levels of stress and anxiety. Following some of these tips may help improve your mental health, so you can power through the rest of your assignments and hopefully feel better overall. [Read more…]
Top 5 questions nurses hear from Dal students
Do you have questions about sex, drinking, stress or your health in general? Too shy or too busy to ask in person? Dalhousie Student Health & Wellness has an online resource called Ask a Nurse. It was created to allow Dal students to ask anonymous personal health-related questions to a health professional without the need for an appointment. On the website you can also scroll through the frequently asked questions page to see what other students are asking. Here are the top 5 questions that have been submitted so far. [Read more…]
All you need to know about the new Dalplex
You know the perks of regular physical activity: better mood, better grades, better sleep. Getting exercise is the cure to almost anything. But with crazy schedules kicking in, it can be hard to find time for it. The new Dalplex provides some pretty great advantages and may just be the motivation you need to get back at it! New year, new Dalplex, new you! [Read more…]
5 essential things to know about winter biking in Nova Scotia
Usually once the first snowfall hits and the temperature drops, people pack up their bikes for the season. But biking in the winter can actually be very safe and fun, and is still a great way to get around. We went in to talk to the folks at the Dal Bike Centre to ask them a few questions about winter biking, and here are some of the most important tips! [Read more…]