Hard Hats in Hanover: Campus under Construction

One writer investigates how students are feeling about ongoing construction projects on campus.

Politics for the Non-Government Major

One writer dives deep into the election with students who aren’t directly involved in politics on campus.

Editor’s Note

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

Editors’ Note: Freshman Special Issue 2024

In this year’s Freshman Special Issue, we welcome the Class of 2028 to Dartmouth’s orbit.

Reflection: If You Give A Senior A Time Machine

Selin Hos ’25 reflects on her three years at Dartmouth, offering her perspective for incoming freshmen.

Your Major is Malleable

One writer speaks to students who changed their planned major after arriving on campus.

Textbook Solutions: Navigating the Book-Buying Process at Dartmouth

With no official Dartmouth bookstore, students find alternative ways to get their course textbooks.

Ten Students Give Advice to the Class of 2028

From branching out to being yourself, 10 students offer their suggestions to the incoming freshman class.

Chasing Stars: Best Stargazing Spots on Campus

From A-Lot to Balch Hill, one writer weighs in on Dartmouth’s best places to observe the night sky.

Stranger Things: Who’s Your New Roommate?

One writer examines the randomly assigned first-year roommate system, a quintessential Dartmouth experience.

What’s in a ‘Brat’ Summer?

One writer explores whether “Brat” — a pop culture phenomenon defined by Charli XCX — has taken over Dartmouth this summer. 

Food Review: My Brigadeiro

Katharine Bramante ’26 will “definitely be back” to My Brigadeiro after trying the shop for lunch.

Food Review: Still North Books & Bar

According to Katharine Bramante ’26, Still North Books & Bar offers fantastic food and ambiance.

Off and On: Sophomores Summering Differently

One writer explores the experience of sophomores who spend sophomore summer off campus or not enrolled in classes.

Reflection: Gardens and Community on Campus

One writer explores the impact of gardens on campus and in her broader life.

Spotlight on the ‘Cabal’ of ’91 Trustees

Approximately one-fifth of the Board of Trustees graduated in 1991, including Neal Katyal ’91, Shonda Rhimes ’91 H’17 and Jake Tapper ’91 H’17.