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Dal Innovation Week
2025-09-19 - 2025-09-26 | Dalhousie University
Dal Innovation Week 2025 is coming soon! 🐯 🚀 👏
In partnership with Dalhousie University, Dal Innovates is back with even more innovation, inspiration, and opportunities this Fall—all right here on campus. Whether you’re exploring entrepreneurship, learning new skills, or connecting with industry leaders, #DIW2025 has something for everyone! From pitch competitions and hackathons to lab tours and demos, there’s a chance for you to get involved and ignite your creativity.
Kick off your DIW experience on September 18 with exciting opening events, then continue the momentum from September 19-26 — it’s the perfect way to dive in with energy and enthusiasm!
🔗 Ready to be part of the action? Register now by visiting: www.dalinnovationweek.ca
Let’s make DIW 2025 unforgettable!

Dal Innovation Week: SURGE BrainHACK
2025-09-19 - 2025-09-21 | SURGE Innovation, Room O2660, 1355 Oxford Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 4R2, Canada
Presented by the SURGE Science Innovation Sandbox in partnership with Dal Innovates
Dive into the future of neurotechnology at SURGE’s annual BrainHack, a weekend-long hackathon where students come together to build innovative Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) projects using OpenBCI systems. Over two intense and inspiring days, you’ll collaborate in teams and compete for the best BCI application. Whether you’re decoding brainwaves, building neurofeedback apps, or inventing new ways for the brain to interact with machines—this is your chance to push the boundaries of human-computer interaction.
Join us at the SURGE Science Innovation Sandbox, located in LSC Room 2660, from September 19 to 21. Stop by to explore exciting opportunities, connect with innovators, and discover how SURGE can support your ideas and projects.
Find out more here

Dal Innovation Week: Tech Startup Showcase
2025-09-18 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Halifax) | Volta, 1800 Argyle St Unit 801, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3N8, Canada
Dal Innovation Week 2025 is coming soon! 🐯 🚀 👏
In partnership with Dalhousie University, Dal Innovates is back with even more innovation, inspiration, and opportunities this Fall—all right here on campus. Whether you’re exploring entrepreneurship, learning new skills, or connecting with industry leaders, #DIW2025 has something for everyone! From pitch competitions and hackathons to lab tours and demos, there’s a chance for you to get involved and ignite your creativity.
We’re thrilled to partner with Dal Innovates this Fall in support of innovation. On September 18th from 4pm-6pm, ShiftKey and Volta are bringing together the startup community for an evening of insights and connection at Volta’s headquarters in Halifax (1800 Argyle St Unit 801, Halifax, NS B3J 3N8). This event is open to anyone curious about the startup space, and we hope to see you there!
Kick off your DIW experience on September 18 with exciting opening events, then continue the momentum from September 19-26 — it’s the perfect way to dive in with energy and enthusiasm!
🔗 Ready to be part of the action? Register now by visiting: www.dalinnovationweek.ca
Let’s make DIW 2025 unforgettable!

Let’s Talk About AI with the Dal Machine Learning Society
2025-09-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Note: This event is for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only
An open discussion on new trends in machine learning and AI, students can share their thoughts, ask questions, and learn about the latest developments in the field.
📅 Date: September 18th
⏰ Time: 4:00PM-5:00PM
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building 134

Dal WiTS: Annual General Meeting
2025-09-17 18:30 - 19:30 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Note: This event is for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only
Kick off the year with the Women in Tech Society’s AGM! Meet new friends, reconnect with familiar faces, and learn more about upcoming events and opportunities with WITS. Food, good vibes, and community guaranteed.
📅 Date: September 17th
⏰ Time: 6:30pm-7:30pm
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 430
💰 Cost: FREE!

LinkedIn Photo Booth (Computer Science Students Only)
2025-09-17 13:30 - 14:30 | Dalhousie Student Union Building, 6136 University Ave, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 4R2, Canada
Note: This event is for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only

Get a professional photo to use for your LinkedIn profile and other professional networking needs
Meet career advisors in the Career Services department
Update your LinkedIn photo before the Tech Industry Fair

👥 Audience: Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science Students ONLY
📅 Date: September 17th
⏰ Time: 1:30pm-2:30pm
📌 Location: Bissett Student Success Centre  on the 4th floor Student Union Building
💰 Cost: FREE!

ShiftKey Academy UP: Agentic AI (2/4)
2025-09-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
The Agentic AI Course by ShiftKey Academy UP, led by Eduard Kakosyan and Huy Huynh, is your introduction to effectively using artificial intelligence. Tailored for people from all backgrounds, this course introduces foundational concepts such as LLMs, prompting, and building custom workflows. After which we will dive deep into agents, which models to use, what tools to integrate and much more.
You’ll get hands-on experience with popular tools like n8n, Lovable, Perplexity, Cursor, Clay, and learn how to deploy your own AI agents—all while gaining the skills to apply AI to your projects, market research, and your upcoming job search.
No AI or coding experience? No problem, this course is open to participants from all disciplines. No pre-requisites are required to join, even if you don’t know what AI is.
Thank you to Cognizant for supporting the ShiftKey Academy UP program, making these courses possible.
Registration is now open: https://main.d19nes5tbeksbp.amplifyapp.com/
📅 Dates: September 9th, 16th, 23rd, 29th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 127
💰 Cost: FREE!

How to Network and Get a Co-Op Workshop
2025-09-16 16:00 - 17:30 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Benefits of attending:

Prepare for Tech Fair
Learn how to find and apply for co-op opportunities
Learn how to network with industry representatives and other tech workers.
Discover how to approach companies and find out about their co-op opportunities.

📅 Date: September 16th
⏰ Time: 4pm-5:30pm
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 430
💰 Cost: FREE!

Capture The Flag (CTF) Cyber Security for Beginners
2025-09-15 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-09-08 18:30 - 19:30 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Note: This event is for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only
Beginner friendly event where we will solve together some hacking challenges and introduce the students to the world of Capture The Flag events! Students who are interested in cybersecurity can come visit us and try out some easy challenges!
📅 Date: September 15th
⏰ Time: 6:30pm
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 211
💰 Cost: FREE!

Dal WiTS: Meet Risser
2025-09-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Note: This event is for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only
Meet Risser, a kind dog who loves meeting people. Risser is a therapy dog who works with the Student Health Promotion and will be joining us THIS Friday from 1-2pm at the Goldberg Atrium. Stop by to meet our four legged friend🐾
Date📆: September 12th, 2025
Time⏰: 1-2 pm
Location📍: Atrium, Goldberg Computer Science Building

Get to Know DMLS with the Dal Machine Learning Society
2025-09-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Note: This event is for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only
A casual session to introduce the Dalhousie Machine Learning Society, share what we do, and connect with students interested in machine learning and AI.

📅 Date: September 11th
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building 134

Resume Reviews
2025-09-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Get tips and edits on your resume from the folks in the co-op office and career development. Open to everyone in any faculty at Dal (drop-in style; first-come-first-served).
📅 Date: September 11th
⏰ Time: 1:00PM- 3:00PM
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building, Room 134
💰 Cost: FREE!

LinkedIn Photo Booth (Computer Science Students Only)
2025-09-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Dalhousie Student Union Building, 6136 University Ave, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 4R2, Canada
Note: This event is for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only

Get a professional photo to use for your LinkedIn profile and other professional networking needs
Meet career advisors in the Career Services department
Update your LinkedIn photo before the Tech Industry Fair

👥 Audience: Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science Students ONLY
📅 Date: September 11th
⏰ Time: 10:00AM-12:00PM
📌 Location: Bissett Student Success Centre  on the 4th floor Student Union Building
💰 Cost: FREE!

WiTS Lounge
2025-09-10 18:30 - 19:30 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Note: This event is for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only
Interested in learning the basics of terminal? Or are you taking CSCI 1120 for the first time? This is a great intro workshop to take for anyone who’s interested in using the command line!
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Join us as Sami Yakan leads you through making use of the proper shell tools, using basic commands and everyday shortcuts!
📅 Date: September 10th
⏰ Time: 6:30pm-7:30pm
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 430

This event is drop-in, so no registration needed!

Peer2Peer Mixer
2025-09-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Building connections is one of the most valuable skills you’ll take from university into your career. This stress-free mixer is your chance to meet new peers, practice making connections in a professional setting, and discover the resources that will support you throughout your CS journey.
You’ll learn the key steps to making stand-out connections and holding meaningful conversations. Apply what you’ve learned while meeting fellow faculty members!
Why come?

Build confidence in professional networking skills
Meet classmates, mentors, and professors in a relaxed setting
Leave with practical tips to use at career fairs, hackathons, and beyond

📅 Date: September 10th
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building
💰 Cost: Goldberg Computer Science Building 134/143

ShiftKey Academy UP: Agentic AI (1/4)
2025-09-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada

LinkedIn Glow-Up – How to Create an Effective LinkedIn Account
2025-09-09 16:00 - 17:30 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Come to LinkedIn Glow-Up: How to Create an Effective LinkedIn Account!
Join Kewoba Carter, ShiftKey Labs Industry Engagement & Career Development Manager, to explore how your LinkedIn profile can become a useful tool to gain experience within the tech industry.
Why YOU should come
🤝 Learn how the Tech Industry uses LinkedIn to recruit candidates
🤝 Learn tips and strategies to build and improve your LinkedIn profile
🤝 Learn how to effectively use LinkedIn for professional networking
🤝 Update your LinkedIn before the Here We Code: Tech Industry Fair to easily connect with industry professionals
Sign up now: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events

📅 Date: September 9th
⏰ Time: 4:00PM- 5:30PM
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 430
💰 Cost: FREE!

Prompt Engineering for Classrooms
2025-09-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Learn how to effectively use AI in your studies with Vansh Sood from ShiftKey Labs. We’ll cover the basics of prompting, explore the latest AI tools for education, and share insider tips to get better results from AI. Whether you’re a student or new to AI, discover practical ways to make AI work smarter for you. Perfect for anyone curious about using AI to accelerate learning!

📅 Date: September 8th
⏰ Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building 134
💰 Cost: FREE!

Register now: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events

CODEChella Day 6
2025-09-06 | Dalhousie University
Note: This event is for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only
CSS Geek BBQ

About the session: There’s no better way to wrap up CODEchella 2025 than the Geek BBQ, hosted by the Computer Science Society. This is the place to be—a chance to celebrate everything you’ve experienced during CODEchella, enjoy some great food, and spend time with the people who’ll be part of your journey ahead.Whether you’re reconnecting with new friends or making a few more before the week’s out, the energy, community, and atmosphere at the Geek BBQ make it a can’t-miss event. Come ready to relax, reflect, and end the week on a high note.
Date & Time: Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 6:00PM
Location: Meet in the lobby of the Goldberg Computer Science Building

Find out more here

ShiftKey Showdown
2025-09-05 13:00 - 18:00 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
📅 Date: September 5th
⏰ Time: 1:00pm-6:00pm
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building 134/143
💰 Cost: FREE!

Games Social with WITS
2025-09-05 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Note: This event is for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only
Take a break, meet new friends, and join the Women in Tech Society (WITS) for an afternoon of games and good vibes! From board games to card games, this social is all about relaxing, laughing, and connecting with fellow students in a fun, low-pressure environment.
📅 Date: September 5th
⏰ Time: 1pm-4pm
📌 Location: The Atrium
💰 Cost: FREE!

CODEChella Day 5
2025-09-05 | Dalhousie University
Note: This event is for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only
Feel Good Friday

About the session: After a whirlwind first week of classes, it’s time to hit pause, breathe deep, and soak in some serious good vibes. Feel Good Friday is your afternoon to relax, recharge, and reconnect—with yourself and your new classmates.Join your classmates for an afternoon of light-hearted fun, good company, and simple pleasures. Whether you’re laughing on the lawn, moving to the beat, creating something cool, or just soaking it all in—you’ll find space to be yourself and connect with others doing the same.No pressure, no rush—just feel-good energy to wrap up your week before heading up the hill to DALFest to see BBNO$ and other great performers!
Date & Time: Friday, September 5, 2025 at 1:00PM
Location: Meet in the lobby of the Goldberg Computer Science Building

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ShiftKey Unlocked: Drop-In Student Lounge
2025-09-04 12:00 - 17:00 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
🌟 ShiftKey Unlocked: Drop-In Lounge & AMA
📍 ShiftKey Lounge | 🗓 Thursday | ⏰ 12–5 PM | 🍕 Food @ 2 PM | ShiftKey Office
Looking for insider tips on how to actually thrive in Tech? Curious about co-ops, hackathons, research, or just how to make the most of your time at Dal? Or maybe you just want to grab a snack, meet cool people, and hang out?
That’s what ShiftKey Unlocked is all about. From 12–5 PM this Thursday, the ShiftKey Lounge is your space to drop in, relax, and connect with the Shiftkey Team, upperclassmen, Profs, and peers.
Whether you’re a first year finding your footing, an upper year looking for next steps, or faculty wanting to connect with student leaders, you’ll find valuable connections waiting for you.
✨ Why come?

Real talk and advice from students who’ve been there
Resources and tips on excelling @ Dal
A welcoming, casual vibe — stay 5 minutes or 2 hours
Free food at 2 PM (because good convos go best with good snacks!)

Everyone is welcomed and encouraged! Come for the food, stay for the conversations, and leave with new ideas, connections, and maybe some newfound passion!

CODEChella Day 4
2025-09-04 | Dalhousie University
Note: This event is for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only
Ctrl-Alt-Esc the Goldberg

About the session: You and your CODEchella teammates have just been “locked” inside the Goldberg Computer Science Building—and the only way out is through the world of Computer Science student societies. Welcome to Ctrl-Alt-Esc, a building-wide escape room experience where every hallway, classroom, and common space hides a new challenge.To escape, you and your team must navigate through cleverly designed stations hosted by the many CS-related student societies and groups. At each stop, you’ll solve puzzles, complete mini-games, and uncover the inner workings of each society—what they do, how to get involved, and why they’re the heart of student life in the Faculty of Computer Science. From cracking codes with the Cybersecurity Society to building your first line of GitHub history with the Developer Student Club, every challenge brings you one step closer to the final exit. Can you Esc the building before time runs out? Only one way to find out. Let the great Goldberg breakout begin!
Date & Time: Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 6:00PM
Location: Meet in the lobby of the Goldberg Computer Science Building

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Hello World, Meet Chatbot: Building from Scratch
2025-09-03 16:00 - 17:30 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Want to launch your coding journey? In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll build a 2-page website with a chatbot, learn the secrets of prompt engineering, and create your own assistant from scratch. We’ll finish by introducing essential Git commands so you can version control like a pro. Perfect for 1st-years – no prior experience required!

📅 Date: September 3rd
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 134
💰 Cost: FREE!

CODEChella Day 3
2025-09-03 | Dalhousie University
Note: This event is for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only
Workshop Wednesday

About the session: After you wrap up Day 2 of classes, come alone or join up with your classmates and take part in hands-on learning, real talk, and future-ready skills.Dive into everything from exploring the power of AI with ShiftKey, to building confidence through bystander training, prepping for co-op success, and getting the inside scoop on Dal Hacks.
Date & Time: Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 4:00PM
Location: Meet in the lobby of the Goldberg Computer Science Building

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Planning for a Career in Computer Science Workshop
2025-09-02 10:30 - 11:30 | Goldberg Computer Science Building, 6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1W5, Canada
Learn about the different career options currently available in the tech industry
Learn about future careers emerging in the industry
Get tips on how to enter the different career pathways

📅 Date: September 2nd
⏰ Time: 10:30am-11:30am
📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building 134
💰 Cost: FREE!
Register Here: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events

DSU Welcome Fair
2025-09-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Dalhousie University
Note: This event is for Dalhousie University students only

Time: 10 AM – 2 PM
Location: Studley Quad
The Welcome Fair is our big hello to you! Folks from across the universities in various roles will be on the Quad, representing the various resources and opportunities for you to engage with. So come say hi, grab some freebies, and learn more about what Dal has to offer you!

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CODEChella Day 2
2025-09-02 | Dalhousie University
Note: This event is for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only
Teacher Tuesday

About the session: Your professors are more accessible than you think! Check the list of first-year profs provided on the DalU App and drop by during their office hours to put a face to a name and start building a connection with the teachers who are passionate about your education! Ask about their CODEchella challenge, crack the CODE and you’ll earn stamps towards your CODEchella Hunt. It’s low pressure, super helpful, and a fun way to meet the folks behind the lectures.
Date & Time: Tuesday, September 2, 2025 all day
Location: Meet in the lobby of the Goldberg Computer Science Building

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