The attack on the U.S. Capitol follows some familiar patterns of violence inspired by politicians around the world who won't accept election losses, write Â鶹Éç's Robert Huish and University of Ottawa's Gabrielle Bardall on The Conversation.

Dr. Hewitt has announced he plans to step down as chair this June, bringing to an end a six-year tenure focused largely on expanding conversations and bringing more fairness and inclusion to the university’s governing academic body.

Matt Coolen and Isabel Sarty have been selected as U SPORTS Top 8 Academic All-Canadians. Matt, a track and field star, graduated from Engineering in the spring, while Isabel, a multi-AUS record holding swimmer, is studying neuroscience.

In this week’s President’s Corner column, Dr. Saini reflects on the patience, discipline and resilience that will still be required of us in 2021, along with his optimism about Â鶹Éç’s future as we begin the new year together.

Why was law enforcement not more aggressive in its response as the U.S federal legislature was stormed by rioters? We ask Dr. Ajay Parasram, a professor in the Department of International Development Studies and the Department of History.

Dal and partner researchers have begun collecting human wastewater samples at sites across Nova Scotia in an ambitious project that could help detect the presence of the virus that causes COVID-19 well before it can spread.

Dr. David Pilon, director of counselling and psychological services at Dal’s Student Health & Wellness Centre, has been awarded a lifetime contribution award from the Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia for his advocacy, mentorship and leadership in the field.

Dal joined the prestigious top 200 cohort in the Times Higher Education’s (THE) Global University Employability Rankings for 2020, a list developed with input from nearly 9,000 recruiters in more than 22 countries.

When it comes to commercializing research, Â鶹Éç has long been a leader in Atlantic Canada — a status set to grow in the years ahead as the office leading its efforts rolls out a new name and engagement strategy.

Dal psychologist Simon Sherry says now more than ever it’s important to be kind to yourself as you set goals for the new year.