Evolving traditions of Winter Carnival stay true to ‘valuing the winter experience’

Originating within the Dartmouth Outing Club, Winter Carnival traditions have brought decades of College students together.

Shattuck Observatory: A spotlight on the telescope’s presence on campus

The Observatory is currently used for public observation, faculty research and student observing sessions.

‘It has not felt like an average winter‘: Q&A with earth sciences professor Erich Osterberg

Osterberg reflects on this winter’s weather, highlighting rainstorms, the jet stream and typical regional patterns.

Students lead efforts to organize Winter Carnival

The Winter Carnival Council and other volunteers provide the groundwork for the weekend’s festivities.

Diving into Dartmouth Dining: A look at every campus cafe

Spread across campus, Dartmouth Dining cafes offer a vast selection of menu items and specialties.

Editors’ Note: Winter Carnival Special Issue 2023

‘The Mardi Gras of the North’: Why Winter Carnival’s Past Shouldn’t Become Our Present

Students and an alumnus weigh in on Winter Carnival’s past, present and future.

Risk Takers and Ice Breakers

A closer look into the climbing community at Dartmouth and what motivates them despite the time-consuming and dangerous nature of the sport. 

Reflection: So Good to See You!

One writer reflects on the shortcomings of social life at Dartmouth and looks back on life before college to find ways to improve it. 

‘I kind of fly under the radar’: Equipped with only a shovel, Dartmouth’s winningest football coach grooms his own field

The not-so mysterious man behind the maintenance of Memorial Field’s midfield D

‘’Bov Water’ aims to celebrate personal histories of Black women

Written by Celeste Jennings ’18, the play follows the story of three Black women attempting to write their own narratives amid a lack of information about their families. 

Love at Frost Sight: The Magic of Dartmouth’s Skiway

Dartmouth’s Skiway faces the inevitable consequences of climate change and warmer winters but works to cultivate generational connections that shape this venue.

Dartmouth Outing Club offers opportunities for students to get outside in the winter

Experiences include skiing, snowboarding and hiking trips.

Repeated fire alarm activations in Fahey and McLane Halls lead to student frustration

According to residential operations, the six activations this term have been caused by student actions, not technical malfunctions.

College addresses damage from cold temperatures

A cold front with subzero temperatures moved through northern New England last Friday, damaging some College-owned buildings and breaking weather records for wind chill. 

Shuttle service will expand to serve major dorm clusters

The expanded shuttle bus service includes stops on Webster Avenue and major dorm clusters, in addition to its original service between campus and Summit on Juniper.

Students note increased COVID-19 cases and issues with isolation policies this winter

The increased prevalence of COVID-19 on campus contrasts with national trends, which have remained relatively stable since the fall.

Dance Floor Make Out? It’s more likely than you’d think.

Dance-Floor-What? This week, Noelle Blake ’26 investigates DFMO-ing: the phenomena of kissing strangers on the dance floor.

A love letter to Dartmouth

Adrienne Murr ’25 wishes Dartmouth a Happy Valentine’s Day.

Sweethearts and Sour Grapes: The Holiday We Love to Hate

Single students on Valentine’s Day consider the classic Hallmark holiday.