Quality Over Quantity: A Senior Reflects on Lasting Friendships

One writer explores how our perception of friendships at Dartmouth change over time.

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UGAs seek unionization, demand free housing and greater transparency from College

Some UGAs feel that they are not properly trained or compensated for their role as supporters and mentors to undergraduates.

Winter Carnival council expresses concern about potential weather-related impacts on weekend programming

The high temperatures forecasted for the weekend may disrupt scheduled events, such as the polar bear swim and ice sculpture carving contest.

NLRB rules Dartmouth men’s basketball players are university employees, orders union election

Dartmouth, which argues that players are not employees, will likely appeal the regional director’s decision.

Men’s basketball loses twice due to late runs by Cornell and Columbia

After falling into a 19-0 deficit in the first half against Cornell, Dartmouth regained the lead early in the second half only to fall short in the closing minutes. Dartmouth fell 56-53 to Cornell and 72-56 to Columbia.

College to reinstate standardized test requirement for Class of 2029

The decision was made based on the findings of a Dartmouth-based research group, which showed that test scores provide the admissions committee with important information about applicants.

DPU panel discussion on history of Israel and Palestine leads to argument among panelists

Moderator Dylan Griffith ’25 repeatedly stepped in to remind panelists to engage in academic discussion.

Russian studies department renamed after year-long discussions

The Russian studies department was renamed to the East European, Eurasian and Russian studies department to reflect a contemporary perspective. 

Coaching changes, athlete turnover and injuries abound: Former men’s cross country and track runners expose challenges of past two years

From 2022-23, the men’s cross country roster shrunk from 24 to 15 runners. The Dartmouth interviewed former team members and a parent of a former team member to find out why.

Q&A with Joby Bernstein ’17

Bernstein is simultaneously running to represent California’s 16th Congressional District and earning his MBA and MS from Stanford University.

2024 New Hampshire Primary results driven by independent voters

Independent voters in New Hampshire, who are able to vote in the Democrat and Republican primaries, were split between President Joe Biden and former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley.

Dartmouth Student Government discusses Senate membership policy, non-alcoholic drinks for Winter Carnival

The DSG debated expanding the Senate in order to provide more opportunities for student representatives. 

Dartmouth Dialogue Project hosts inaugural speaker Marc Brackett

The author and Yale professor gave a lecture on the importance of emotional intelligence.

Physics and astronomy department hosts first public Shattuck Observatory event since pandemic

Upper Valley community members and Dartmouth students attended the department’s first event in years.

Fifth annual Dartmouth Club Sports Challenge to continue donation matching

While some club sports benefit from a strong alumni base of donors, other clubs struggle to attain sufficient funding. 

Tucker Center hosts multi-faith celebration honoring Martin Luther King, Jr.

The ceremony featured five student speakers representing different faith groups on campus and was followed by a keynote address given by Native American studies professor Bruce Duthu.

Q&A with alumnus and entrepreneur Jay Batchu

Batchu shared his thoughts on his startups and the biotechnology landscape, visiting the Magnuson Center last week to speak with students. 

Trends: Spotify's evolution into a social platform

Spotify Wrapped and “Friend Activity”, mark the app’s shift from the private to public space.

In a second-half comeback, men’s basketball defeats Brown 75-71

The Big Green erased an early, 14-point deficit to earn its first Ivy League victory.