When Autumn Penney applied to Dal's dental hygiene program, she had no idea it would kickstart her career in the profession in such a non-traditional way — flying into remote parts of Labrador to provide care to underserved communities.

Onye Njoku was drawn to the Schulich School of Law's tight-knit and supportive community, offering her own time and leadership to student groups and university initiatives over the years.

Mariam El-Aghil says there wasn’t a single defining moment that convinced her to become a dentist, but growing up during the civil war in Yemen played a big part.

Many things have taken Mary Mackay by surprise since she arrived at Dalhousie, most of all the change between who she was when she arrived and who she is now as she crosses the stage to receive her Bachelor of Management.

Management and Science grad Arcel Siosan does not let anything come between him and his aspirations to make a difference.