The Deep Dive
The Deep Dive
Dalhousie University
The Deep Dive offers a fresh look at #DalhousieU through the eyes of Dr. Deep Saini, our 12th president and vice-chancellor. Throughout this ongoing series, you'll meet the inspiring people who push boundaries and inspire change — on our campuses, in our communities and around the world.
Here We Code with Andrew Rau-Chaplin and Aleysha Mullen
In this episode of the Deep Dive, Dr. Saini speaks with Dr. Andrew Rau-Chaplin, Dean of the Faculty of Computer Science, as well as alumna Aleysha Mullen, who is now a developer with partner MOBIA Technology Innovations. Together, they discuss the recent launch of Here We Code — a digital movement to establish Nova Scotia as one of Canada’s top digital ecosystems in the next five years. https://www.herewecode.ca/DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY►WEBSITE: http://www.dal.ca► FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/dalhousieu► TWITTER: http://twitter.com/dalhousieu►INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/dalhousieu► LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/dalhousie-university/
Dec 16, 2021
20 min
The Future of the Pandemic with Dr. Lisa Barrett and Dr. David Anderson
In this episode of The Deep Dive, Dr. Saini speaks with Dr. Lisa Barrett, an infectious disease expert from our Faculty of Medicine, along with the Dean of our Faculty of Medicine, Dr. David Anderson. They share their perspectives on what we have learned in our response to COVID-19, as well as their perspectives on the future of the pandemic.DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY►WEBSITE: http://www.dal.ca► FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/dalhousieu► TWITTER: http://twitter.com/dalhousieu►INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/dalhousieu► LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/dalhousie-university/
Sep 23, 2021
24 min
Open Learning, Pathways and Training in an Evolving World
In this episode of The Deep Dive, Dr. Saini speaks with the Dean of Dalhousie’s newly renamed Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development, Dr. Dianne Tyers, along with Krista Brodie, an alumna of the Faculty and now a member of its Governance Council. Joining them is Dr. Arvind Gupta, an accomplished academic and higher education administrator who is leading Palette Skills, a national initiative to rapidly upskill workers from disrupted industries. Together, they discuss pathways and the future of re-training and continuing education in a rapidly evolving world.
Jul 8, 2021
22 min
The Future of Agriculture with David Gray and Sherry Porter
In Episode 8 of The Deep Dive, Dr. Saini discusses the future of Dalhousie's Faculty of Agriculture, and the future of Agriculture in the region, with Dean David Gray and long-time friend of the Faculty, Sherry Porter.☞ WEBSITE: http://www.dal.ca☞ FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/dalhousieu☞ TWITTER: http://twitter.com/dalhousieu☞ INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/dalhousieu☞ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/dalhousie-university/
May 13, 2021
24 min
Accelerating Teaching and Learning Innovation with Jennifer Stamp, Robert Huish and Mona Challa
In Episode 7 of The Deep Dive, Dr. Saini speaks with two of Dalhousie’s all-star teachers, Dr. Jennifer Stamp and Dr. Robert Huish, about their cutting-edge approaches to teaching, and how the pandemic has further accelerated their innovation in the (virtual) classroom. Joining them is Dalhousie student, Mona Challa, who has taken courses with both Dr. Stamp and Dr. Huish.  
Apr 8, 2021
27 min
Discussing battery technology with Dr. Jeff Dahn
In Episode 6, Dr. Saini speaks with renowned Dalhousie scientist, Dr. Jeff Dahn, about his transformative work in lithium-ion battery technology, his partnership with Tesla, and his commitment to teaching and student mentorship.   
Mar 18, 2021
19 min
Engaging Communities with Cathy Martin & Jalana Lewis
Dr. Saini speaks with Dalhousie’s director of Indigenous community engagement, Cathy Martin, and director of African Nova Scotian community engagement, Jalana Lewis, about these new roles and their plans for Dalhousie. Watch the video version of this episode on Dalhousie's YouTube Channel.Stay Connected with DeepTWITTER: http://twitter.com/dalpresINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/dalpres
Jan 29, 2021
25 min
Shared History, Excellence & Inclusion with Professor Peter Mathieson
Dr. Saini speaks with long-time colleague and principal and vice-chancellor of the University of Edinburgh, Professor Peter Mathieson, about the historic ties between our universities as well as both institutions' commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion today. #TheDeepDive
Nov 26, 2020
23 min
Sept. 16, 2020
In this week’s podcast, Dr. Saini discusses how things are going at Dalhousie six months after moving courses online in response to the pandemic – including financial pressures at the university and enrolment.
Sep 16, 2020
6 min
August 6, 2020
In this episode of Deep Thoughts, Dr. Saini shares a message with Dalhousie’s incoming students and speaks to his commitment to ensuring they have an excellent experience beginning their studies, even as the university continues its response to COVID-19. 
Aug 6, 2020
8 min
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