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SUMMARY:DSU Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Note: These events are for first-year Dalhousie University students only \nAcademic Orientation Day\n\nTime: There are 3 sessions available: 10 AM\, 11:30 AM\, and 1 PM.\nEach session will have the same information. Pick one that works for you!\nLocation: McInnes Room\, Student Union Building\nStart your university journey strong with Academic Orientation Day! This two-hour event features University 101 and a guided tour of your faculty—designed to help you feel confident\, connected\, and ready for the year ahead. We’ll cut through the confusion\, showing you exactly how to navigate campus services and decode all that new lingo. Get the practical strategies you need to conquer your courses and make the most of your time here at Dal.\n\nWriting Centre Cool Treat Drop-in\n\n\n\nTime: 10 AM – 2 PM\nLocation: Killam Atrium\, 6225 University Avenue\nBeat the heat and kick off your semester with a free freezie! Drop by the Writing Centre’s Cool Treat Drop-In to grab a sweet treat and discover how we can support you with university writing. Whether you’re looking for tips on essays\, assignments\, or just want to know where to start\, we’re here to help you adapt and thrive. No appointment needed—just stop by\, say hi\, and enjoy a freezie on us!\n\nDrop-In Schedule Building\n\nTime: 3 PM – 4 PM\nLocation: Council Chambers Room – Second Floor\, Student Union Building\nAfter acing University 101\, dive into a hands-on session with experienced counsellors where you’ll learn how to create your own class schedule. Get practical tips and step-by-step guidance to organize your courses\, manage your time effectively\, and set yourself up for a successful semester.\nBuild confidence in planning your academic path and take control of your Dal experience!\n\nLet’s Talk About Sex\, Baby\n\nTime: 6 -7:15 PM\nLocation: Scotiabank Auditorium\, McCain Building\nA candid talk about sex\, consent\, and communication. This is your chance to anonymously ask Venus Envy all your questions about sex\, hooking up\, STIs\, toys\, and more!\n\nVenus Envy is an education-based feminist sex shop and bookstore located in Kjipuktuk(Halifax)\, we are queer and trans owned and run. Since opening in 1998 Venus Envy has strived to be a safe space to explore desires and expand knowledge on topics surrounding sexual health\, gender and sexuality\, feminism\, and social justice. \n\n\n\n\nCapture the Flag\n\n\nTime: 7 PM – 10 PM\nLocation: Wickwire Field\nJoin us on the Wickwire Field for a game of Capture the Flag! Jump in to the game to represent your building or cheer along your team!\n\nNostalgia Night\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime: 8 PM – 11 PM\nLocation: Assigned lounges in residence\nDescription: Do you miss your old family shows? Do the Dunkaroos\, Kool-aid\, and Gushers of the past call for your name? Are you looking for the perfect way to unwind after a long weekend of Orientation Activity? Look no further than Nostalgia Night. Bring your new friends\, your comfiest clothes and blankets\, and bask in the relaxed atmosphere watching your favorite shows\, listening to music\, and eating your favourite snacks that all scratch that nostalgia itch just right!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFind out more here
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/dsu-orientation
LOCATION:Dalhousie University
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SUMMARY:CODEChella Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Note: These events are for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only\nPancake Social – CODEchella 2025 Launch!\n\nAbout the session: Start your CODEchella Computer Science Orientation journey with stacks of pancakes\, sweet syrup\, and a dash of friendly competition. Explore fun mini games in the Atrium & Urban Garden hosted by your CS mentors and begin building your new community as Computer Science student at Dalhousie University!\nDate & Time: Monday\, September 1\, 2025 at 10:00AM\nLocation: Meet in the lobby of the Goldberg Computer Science Building\n\nCampus Tour & Scavenger Hunt\n\nAbout the session: After University 101\, join up with your CODEchella Team as your Stage Manager (Guide) leads you through some key places to know on Campus. Don’t forgot to keep on eye out for those “Check-Ins” to earn your team CODEchella stamps.\nDate & Time: Monday\, September 1\, 2025 at 2:30PM\nLocation: Meet in the lobby of the Goldberg Computer Science Building\n\nWalk this Wave\n\nAbout the session: Follow your Stage Manager (mentor/guide) alongside your CODEchella teammates on a journey through the heart of Halifax—past iconic landmarks\, lively streets\, and the welcoming pulse of your new city. Along the way\, enjoy a taste of a local delicacy and end your adventure at The Wave on the stunning Halifax waterfront\, where your entire class will come together for a beloved CODEchella tradition: an iconic collective photo immortalizing the start of a new chapter!\nDate & Time: Monday\, September 1\, 2025 at 5:00PM\nLocation: Meet in the lobby of the Goldberg Computer Science Building.\n\nFind out more here
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/codechella-day-1
LOCATION:Dalhousie University
CATEGORIES:External Event
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SUMMARY:DevOpsDays Halifax 2025
DESCRIPTION:🐯 Dalhousie students — this is your chance. \nDevOpsDays Halifax 2025 is an international software and cloud engineering conference happening right here in Halifax. \n🔎 Why it matters for you: \n\nCompanies attending are actively looking to hire local talent\n30% student discount using the code GEN_STUDENT_DISCOUNT\nMeet engineers\, recruiters\, and hiring managers from across North America\nLearn about real-world DevOps\, CI/CD\, cloud platforms\, and security\nConference meals and a networking social event with industry professionals are included.\n\nBonus:\nKick off with a full-day Google Cloud AI Workshop: Get hands-on with Vision\, Translation\, and Natural Language APIs.\nBuild real projects and earn a Google Cloud Skill Badge—all included with your student ticket. If you’re serious about landing a job in tech\, this is the event to attend.\n \n📆 Spots are limited — reserve yours now here: \nIf you’re in between jobs\, or facing financial hardship\, we’ve got you covered. The Inclusive Access Ticket is available for just $30 — no code needed. Find it directly at our ticketing page. \nYou can also find this event on Dal events calendar: https://events.dal.ca/event/4593-devops-days-halifax-2025-at-dalhousie-university \n📣 But wait!! There’s more!! \nKick off with a full-day Google Cloud AI Workshop: Get hands-on with Vision\, Translation\, and Natural Language APIs. \nBuild real projects and earn a Google Cloud Skill Badge — all included with your student ticket.If you’re serious about landing a job in tech\, this is the event to attend.
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/devopsdays-halifax-2025
LOCATION:Rowe Management Building\, 6100 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 4R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:External Event
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SUMMARY:Summit for Women in Future Technology
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to take charge of your path in tech? \n🚀 The Summit for Women in Future Technology (SWIFT) is created by CS students for CS students\, with one goal in mind: to empower you with the skills\, knowledge\, and confidence needed to succeed in the tech industry. \n👩‍💻 Open to all women and gender-diverse individuals\, this summit offers a full day of hands-on workshops and interactive sessions led by experienced professionals and industry leaders. \n✨ Join us for an experience designed to elevate your voice\, your skills\, and your future! \nPresented by the Leacross Foundation and Tech@RBC. \nSchedule: \n \nRegister Here: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/summit-for-women-in-future-technology
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Snowball Awards 2025
DESCRIPTION:CSS SNOWBALL 2025 is here❄️⭐️\nEvery year since 1997\, the Computer Science Society (CSS) hosts Snowball Gala\, an event that brings students\, staff\, faculty and individuals from the IT industry together to applaud student achievements in and out of the classroom.\nThis year was no different as we come together on March 15\, 2025 to celebrate accomplishments that vary from student academic successes and teaching to community engagement and leadership.\nWe have limited seats available\, so get your tickets as early as possible! \n📅 Date: March 15th\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 5:00PM-11:30PM\n📌 Location: The Westin Nova Scotian\n🎟️ Tickets: https://bit.ly/4k78ti7
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/snowball-awards-2025
LOCATION:The Westin Nova Scotian\, 1181 Hollis Street\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 2P6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:External Event,Networking,Off-Campus
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SUMMARY:Women's Excellence Gala 2025
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an exciting & inspiring evening to celebrate the achievements of women and non-binary in tech at the Women’s Excellence Gala! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Date: March 6th\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 6:00PM-9:00PM\n📌 Location: Dalhousie Student Union Building\, McInnes Room\n🎟️ Tickets: https://bit.ly/3XwmOLB
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/womens-excellence-gala-2025
LOCATION:Dalhousie Student Union Building\, 6136 University Ave\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 4R2\, Canada
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