The Method

One writer looks back on the Rassias method, Dartmouth's signature language learning curriculum.

Dartmouth Students: Look Closer

As she begins her junior year at Dartmouth, one writer reflects on her experience as an Orientation Leader and the pervasive pressure to have it all “figured out.”

Editor’s Note

Hop on up: Courtyard Cafe reopens after summer renovations

The cafe opened this Sunday with new seating, Fresh Zone vending machines and kitchen appliances.

Department of Education investigating Geisel after alum alleges disability discrimination

Chad Markey MED ’26 alleges that Geisel “ignored” requests to revise his Medical Student Performance Evaluation and “retaliated” against him during a grade appeal.

LIVE: Results from New Hampshire midterm primaries are rolling in

Polls for the 2026 New Hampshire primaries are now open in the Hanover High School gymnasium at 41 Lebanon St. Follow along for live updates.

Editors’ Note: Dear Old Dartmouth

In this year’s Freshman special issue, the editors look at the history of Dartmouth’s alma mater and share pieces of advice for the incoming Class of 2030.

From ‘the loyal ones who love her’: 30 pieces of advice for the Class of 2030

One writer asked the Dartmouth community to offer advice to incoming first years

‘Round the girdled Earth they roam’: International students balance belonging and immigration uncertainty

For students arriving from abroad, adjusting to Dartmouth can mean learning a new language, social culture and academic system while navigating an immigration landscape that can shape everything from employment to political expression.

‘Her spell on them remains’: 30connect80 will help connect members of the Class of 2030 to those of the Class of 1980

One writer looks at how the Class of 1980 is helping forge community and welcome incoming freshmen to the College.

‘Hill winds in their breath’: A cappella groups release albums

The Aires and the Dodecaphonics, both of which released new albums over the summer, discuss the years-long process of what recording and producing for an a cappella group requires.

‘The granite of New Hampshire’: Examining Dartmouth’s unique geography and geological history

Dartmouth’s location in the Upper Valley offers a “preserved natural history” for students to study earth and environmental sciences.

‘As sister stands by brother’: Q&A with Nicole Sakowitz ’88, first person to conduct the modern version of the alma mater

Sakowitz was the first person to conduct  “Dear Old Dartmouth,” the alma mater recognizing female students in its lyrics which replaced u201cMen of Dartmouthu201d sixteen years after co-education began at Dartmouth.

‘Their old undying faith’: A look into the Tucker Center’s role in religious and spiritual life on campus

Through new programming emphasizing conscience and heart, the William Jewett Tucker Center strives to be a space for anyone interested in further exploring their religious or spiritual identities. 

‘People here look out for one another’: A conversation with senior class president Gemma Stowell ’27

Stowell discussed campus traditions, finding community at Dartmouth and the first-generation student experience in an interview with The Dartmouth.