DosiRock: Sounds of the City 2011-05-20

Established musicians, student DJs share stage

Programming Board will host its first ever Green Key concert this year, featuring hip hop artists Talib Kweli, Immortal Technique, Big K.R.I.T.

Schools cancel spring weekends

Although the College is preparing for its annual Green Key festivities, many universities across the nation have canceled their equivalent spring weekends due to overwhelming safety concerns, largely regarding the excessive alcohol use that commonly takes place during spring weekend events.

The Drunkest Girls at the Party

The key to a successful and effective Green Key is in the planning. Laying down a set of goals may appear bitch-made to some, but why wouldn't you want to maximize your drinking time, ensure you will achieve the level of weirdness you want and possibly be able to have some evidence of what occurred over the course of the weekend? A Green Key itinerary is key, and because we are loyal, we are going to give you a few hints as to what might be appearing on ours for this upcoming lesser holiday to Derby. THE MOTHERFUCKING ITINERARY: FUCKING WEDNESDAY:10 a.m.

Police, school security aim to protect students

While Green Key may lack some of the history and traditions of Homecoming and Winter Carnival, students celebrate the weekends in similar ways with copious alcohol consumption and often raucous behavior.

Intramural softball off to slow start

Spring in Hanover typically includes afternoons spent lying on the Green, swimming in the Connecticut River and, for many students, taking advantage of good weather by staying physically active outdoors.

The Light at the End of the Tunnel

Since I spent my last two big weekend columns talking about the Dartmouth Seven and the importance of being legendary (R.I.P.

1,114 students accept offer of admission

A total of 1,114 students accepted Dartmouth's admission offer, representing 52 percent of the 2,179 students who received admission to the College in March, Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid Maria Laskaris said in an interview with The Dartmouth.

Students showcase dance, step skills

Although most associate Green Key with outdoor festivities, the weekend will also feature two student dance performances this year Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity's annual Step Show and the Dartmouth Dance Theater Ensemble's "Undue Influence." Alpha Phi Alpha's 20th annual Step Show will be held Saturday in Leede Arena.

Touch the Fire 2011-05-20

Businesses anticipate weekend profit boost

While students embrace Green Key for its various parties and social activities, Hanover businesses look forward to the weekend with equal anticipation as their demand and revenue skyrocket, according to business managers interviewed by The Dartmouth. "This seems to be the busiest one out of the big Dartmouth weekends," Ben Williams, general manager of Molly's Restaurant, said.

New course features guest lecturers

The Rockefeller Center will offer a new course this Summer term featuring prominent guest lecturers including former Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson '68, former Sen.

Campus security, health services, Green Team increase staff

While many Dartmouth students are looking forward to relaxing over Green Key Weekend, organizations dedicated to ensuring the safety of students are gearing up to minimize harm caused by alcohol abuse and other potentially dangerous activities over the big weekend. Although Green Key is typically less eventful than Homecoming in the fall term, Safety and Security increases its nighttime staff over the weekend to respond to an increased number of alcohol-related incidents, according to College Proctor and Safety and Security Director Harry Kinne.

Through the Lens of Lentz

I realize I have made disparaging remarks about many Dartmouth sports in the past few weeks.

Overheards

'13 Tri-Delt: Next time we have frat boy meetings, I just want to borrow a Sigma Delt pinnie! Guy in Collis: Well, I'm on the fence about this, and the last time I was on the fence about something it was whether or not to de-pledge Sig Nu and that turned out to be a brilliant idea. '12 Girl: Everyone was just streaking and making out and it was getting boring. '12 girl 1: We should just give him an honorary title in our house ... VP of getting the other VPs on table.'12 girl 2: Yes!

Alumni flock back to campus for fun

While students revel in the parties and sunshine over Green Key weekend, alumni return to campus to reunite with old friends and enjoy events planned both for current students and for alumni themselves.

Upperclassmen recall fond memories of past debauchery

Whether or not they immediately make a connection between Green Key and drinking outdoors, undergraduate students reflect on the big weekend as an anticipated break from the hectic nature of the College's 10-week academic term and a time to enjoy the sunny spring weather. "There are all of these people out and about on the Green," Myra Altman '11 said.

VERBUM ULTIMUM: Inadequate Assembly

This term has seen the rise of two issue-specific student committees in response to administrative action and inaction.