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Dartmouth to offer free swim lessons

Beginning this fall, Dartmouth Athletics will offer free swim lessons to undergraduate and graduate students — two years after the College eliminated the mandatory swim test.

Dartmouth Athletics to open new apparel store in Hanover

Dartmouth Authentic will be located on Main Street across from the Dartmouth Coop, an independent retail shop.

Chinese language study abroad program returns to Beijing

This summer, Dartmouth students studied Chinese in Beijing for the first time since before the pandemic. 

Review: ‘Short n’ Sweet’ is a bold mix of wit, vulnerability and playful sass

Sabrina Carpenter’s latest album “Short n’ Sweet” reflects her personal and artistic growth through clever lyricism and musicality.

Small fire causes water and smoke damage in Class of 1953 Commons

Officials believe a malfunctioning lithium ion battery caused the fire to break out in the College’s main dining hall.

Petition opposes potential privatization of Dartmouth College Child Care Center

Nearly 400 D4C staff members, parents of children at D4C and other community members signed a petition opposing privatization. 

Tang Williams and Goodlander win primaries for open New Hampshire House seat

On Sept. 10, Goodlander won the democratic nomination over Colin Van Ostern Tu’09 by a 27.6 point margin, while Tang Williams beat out 13 candidates by an 8.8 point margin. 

Won Jang’s death ruled accidental by police

Won Jang ’26, whose body was recovered from the Connecticut River on July 7, had a blood alcohol level of 0.167 — twice the legal driving limit.

Early Bird Gets the Worm: Morning Routines at Dartmouth

One writer talks to students about getting a jump on the day with efficient morning routines.

Advisors in Action: Professors Helping Thesis Students

One writer explores how some professors guide seniors through the process of composing their undergraduate theses.

From Campus to Main Street: Student Workers in the Upper Valley

One writer looks at the students working jobs off campus at Upper Valley businesses.

Editor's Note

College decision to deny hiring of UIC professor stirs controversy

After the College declined to hire University of Illinois Chicago professor Nicole Nguyen, more than 330 academics, students and supporters across the world signed a letter claiming the College discriminated against her for her progressive research.

Two Dartmouth buildings recognized for design achievements in sustainability

As the College seeks to expand sustainability initiatives, the Irving Institute for Energy and Society and Anonymous Hall both earned awards from the United States Green Building Council.

Former office manager of The Dartmouth sentenced to 15 months in prison for embezzling from student newspaper

Nicole Chambers — who pleaded guilty to embezzling more than $223,000 from The Dartmouth in April 2024 — must also pay full restitution.

What campus thinks: A 2024 election deep dive

Community members react to this election season’s notable events — from Biden’s withdrawal to Trump’s attempted assassination.

‘A sense of camaraderie’: Exploring Dartmouth’s freshman residence halls

From the River cluster to the Choates, first-year living spaces hold a unique place on campus, offering many students their first sense of community at Dartmouth.

Twenty-four new professors join Arts and Sciences this academic year

The professors will be spread across 16 different academic departments. 

Dartmouth ROTC recruits largest freshman class in recent years

At least ten members of the Class of 2028 will join the program — approximately twice as many students as the cadets in the Classes of 2027, 2026 and 2025 combined.