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College improves WiFi services as high volume leads to longer waits

By Emily Lu | November 8, 2019

Loading screens and buffering videos have become a familiar sight for those connected to Dartmouth’s wireless networks. While a new network is currently being installed throughout campus, students have noticed slower WiFi connectivity this term, which has hindered their ability to complete assignments and communicate with others. 

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Dartmouth seeks tax refund from Hanover

By Aleka Kroitzsh | November 8, 2019

Dartmouth, the largest property owner in the town of Hanover, has appealed to the Grafton Superior Court seeking a tax refund from the town that totals more than $500,000, according to Hanover town manager Julia Griffin.

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Dartmouth students volunteer for presidential campaigns

By Jacob Strier | November 8, 2019

As New Hampshire gears up to host the first-in-the-nation presidential primary, various campaigns have established themselves on campus in an effort to increase support for candidates. Student campaign volunteers can regularly be spotted at tables near Novack Cafe or on street corners around the Green in an attempt to attract grassroots support. 

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College’s United Way campaign teams up with “The Call to Serve”

By Emily Zhang | November 8, 2019

Launched on Oct. 29, Dartmouth’s annual United Way fundraising campaign, which supports social service organizations in the Upper Valley, aims to raise $270,000 by Dec. 20 — a slight decrease from last year’s goal of $290,000.

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Hanlon talks finance, renovations in "State of the College" address

By Leandro Giglio | November 7, 2019

On Monday, College President Phil Hanlon delivered his annual “State of the College” address in the Grand Ballroom at the Hanover Inn.

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College sees changes in sexual misconduct policy following lawsuit

By Amber Bhutta | November 7, 2019

With the $14 million settlement of a federal class action lawsuit accusing the College of failing for years to act on allegations of sexual misconduct against three former psychological and brain sciences professors pending court approval, the lawsuit has spurred a number of both direct and indirect changes on campus to prevent similar incidents in the future. 

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Consortium on race, sexuality launches

By Caitlin McCarthy | November 7, 2019

The Consortium of Studies in Race, Migration, and Sexuality made its debut this term with a launch reception in October in Sanborn Library and two events.

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New interdisciplinary Russia FSP seeks final College approval

By Debby Cobon | November 7, 2019

Through the collaboration of faculty from the Russian and government departments, the Guarini Institute for International Education and the Arthur L. Irving Institute for Energy and Society, Dartmouth students may have the opportunity to participate in an interdisciplinary study abroad in Russia through a new foreign study program by the summer of 2020. 

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Senior society tapping dates set, unrecognized groups pose issues

By Lauren Adler | November 5, 2019

Each year during the winter and spring terms, some members of the junior class are tapped by Dartmouth’s senior societies — groups that mostly remain secret until most members reveal themselves at graduation.

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Student creates new app to increase course selection information

By Grace Lee | November 5, 2019

Course election is often a stressful time for Dartmouth students. Failing to register for a class can lead to entire alterations of a term schedule. Frantic messaging, swapping of classes and begging a professor to let you into class all comprise this stressful time. 

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Sports

Big Green football shocks Harvard, 9-6, on miraculous Hail Mary

By Devan Fink | November 3, 2019

In sports, every successful season comes with its fair share of breaks, and the No. 14 Dartmouth football team certainly got one of its own on Saturday in Cambridge. 

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Russell Muirhead named interim director of Rockefeller Center

By The Dartmouth Senior Staff | November 1, 2019

Government department chair and Robert Clements Professor of Democracy and Politics Russell Muirhead has been named interim director of the Nelson A. Rockefeller Center for Public Policy effective Dec. 1, the College announced Friday. 

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DDS and Student Assembly introduce new food security efforts

By Amber Bhutta | November 1, 2019

As fall term winds down and interim approaches, many students face an issue beyond finals and winter break plans: food insecurity.

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COSO recognizes 14 new student groups

By Andrew Sasser | November 1, 2019

As students sort through their email inboxes, they may see that some new clubs have become recognized by the Council of Student Organizations. On Oct. 16, COSO recognized 14 new clubs and organizations.

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Q&A with Paul DePodesta, featured in Michael Lewis' "Moneyball"

By Lauren Adler | November 1, 2019

Cleveland Browns chief strategy officer Paul DePodesta, spoke with The Dartmouth about “Moneyball” and analytics.

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An examination of mental health resources for Dartmouth professors

By Arielle Beak | October 31, 2019

In conversations about mental health across college campuses, students are usually the focus of what has become a national hot topic. However, faculty and employees, who create the fabric of this academic backdrop, are rarely mentioned.

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Greek house blacklists operate under secretive, informal rules

By Reilly Olinger | October 31, 2019

Greek house blacklists are designed to ban certain people from entering a Greek house, often for reasons including alleged sexual assault or any factor which makes members unsafe. 

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Six-week fraternity and sorority ban lifted

By Aleka Kroitzsh | October 31, 2019

On Monday, the six-week fraternity and sorority ban, which prohibited members of the Class of 2023 from attending most events at Greek houses, was lifted.

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Prominent litigator talks 9/11 lawsuit at Dickey Center event

By Lauren Adler | October 31, 2019

On Monday, James Kreindler ’77, a prominent New York attorney, returned to campus to give a talk in partnership with the Dickey Center for International Understanding.

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Dave Bucci remembered for his kindness, mentorship of students

By Hannah Jinks and Kyle Mullins | October 29, 2019

An accomplished researcher and professor, Dave Bucci not only prioritized his undergraduate teaching, but also brought encouragement, enthusiasm and kindness to every interaction he had with students and colleagues. 

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