Editors’ Note

Photo Essay: Looking at Spain

One writer reflects on the little moments captured through her camera during her summer study abroad in Spain.

Reflection: The Musings of a Post-Pandemic Senior

As a soon to be graduating senior, one writer reflects on how the pandemic has affected his experience at Dartmouth. 

So Long, Summer

Addison Verot ’25 ruminates on the transition from sophomore summer to junior fall from the perspective of both herself and her classmates.

Q&A with author and anthropology professor Elizabeth Carpenter-Song

One writer speaks with Carpenter-Song about her new book on homelessness in the Upper Valley. 

‘I wanted to be there for future classes’: Spotlight on New Student Orientation Leaders

One writer spotlights how freshman Orientation Leaders welcomed  the ’27s.

Editors’ Note

Reflection: Great Expectations

One student explores the pros and cons of the expectations we hold for our Dartmouth experience.

New Directions: The 2023 Trips Directorate Welcomes the Class of 2027

One writer talks to the 2023 Trips directorate about the behind-the-scenes planning that makes First-Year Trips a reality.

Reflection: Get Out of Your Own Way

One writer examines how overthinking hindered her confidence at Dartmouth. 

Eating Your Way Down Main Street

One student takes a look into the history of Lou’s and Molly’s, two of Hanover’s most iconic restaurants.

America’s Oldest College Newspaper? A History of The Dartmouth

One writer looks into the history of The Dartmouth, its predecessors and the controversy surrounding its founding date.

From Morningside Heights to Pine Park Hikes: President Beilock’s Relationship with Two Student Governments

The Student Government Association at Barnard College and Dartmouth Student Government give their two cents on both past and present cooperation with Beilock.

Someone to Show You Around

One writer interviews student tour guides to discover how they introduce Dartmouth to prospective students.

Editors’ Note: Freshman Special Issue 2023

The members of the Class of 2027 arrive in a transitory period for the College.

Not (A)Lone Pine: A Guide to Dartmouth Terminology

Two writers revise Katy Perry’s song “Firework” to provide insight regarding the commonly used terms on Dartmouth’s campus that might otherwise befuddle members of the Class of 2027.

‘My favorite part is eating’: Foco kids serve up their thoughts

Three children of professors — 12-year-old Kallan, 8-year-old Cole and 6-year-old Lang shared their favorite things about Foco.

Keep on Trekking: Reflections of a DOC Fifty Hiker

One hiker of the Fifty wrestles with the bittersweetness of reaching the midpoint of his Dartmouth career after embarking on the 53-mile hike.

Reflection: The Last Summer

Adrienne Murr ’25 reflects on her summer and youth, capturing her sentiments in a playlist.

A Universally Fun Summer: Sophomore Summer for Professors

Two Dartmouth professors — Cal Newport ’04 and Sarah Smith — share their views on being in Hanover during sophomore summer.