Skip to Content, Navigation, or Footer.
Support independent student journalism. Support independent student journalism. Support independent student journalism.
The Dartmouth
July 20, 2025 | Latest Issue
The Dartmouth
Multimedia

News

Phi Delt alumni return for rush

|

After three years of derecognition, the Phi Delta Alpha fraternity, commonly known as Phi Delt, has opened for rush this term and is seeking new members to get their organization off to a fresh start. Over 50 Phi Delt alums, whose years range from '82 to '02, have returned to campus to host rush events this week. Roughly 15 to 20 bids will be handed out to selected students interested in joining the organization. Phi Delt Corporate President George Faux '84 described the type of student they are looking for as well-rounded, having multiple interests and having an active presence on campus. "We want very strong, high-quality individuals because they're the ones who are going to shoulder a lot of this process of proving to the IFC [Inter-Fraternity Council] in particular that they can take this place back to the table." Faux described previous members of Phi Delt as having formed a "very diverse group", also noting that the fraternity has not been strongly affiliated with a sports team. Tom Callaghan '84 commented that in spite of the diverse interests and levels of scholarship among members, Phi Delt was a place for all of them to come together. Callaghan drew a connection between this desired sense of community among Phi Delt members and the sense of community pursued by Dartmouth, saying that "the house experience is just a microcosm of the overall Dartmouth experience." Faux and Callaghan both emphasized fellowship as the central focus and vision of the organization, and expressed hopes that the vision serves as a factor of continuity for Phi Delt. "We want to insure that it's the fellowship, the camaraderie and the loyalty to each other that is the center point of this place," Faux said. In addition to the hope for continuity, Callaghan pointed out the unique aspect of the opportunity to reopen an empty house. "As sophomores, they're coming into an entity with a long history and a big support network, but where they'll be running the show -- there are no upperclassmen," Callaghan said.



Opinion

Dig Your Heels In

|

When 74-year-old Korean War veteran J.C. Adams saw two armed robbers in his convenience store for the umpteenth time, he grabbed his 12-gauge with one hand and his walker with the other.


News

Robinson concerned by Iraqi rights violations

|

Former President of Ireland Mary Robinson's work toward the infusion of ethics and human rights into the globalization movement did not end in September with her term as United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. On the contrary, she's recently become involved in the Ethical Globalization Initiative, which is striving to increase government accountability for human rights standards, especially in African nations, through, among other things, support for universal primary education and increased research for HIV/AIDS. Robinson strongly believes that human rights are integral to a positive globalization movement. "The human rights framework adds value to how we view globalization," she said, remarking that globalization is inevitable in our modern world, and that it is "beating the waves" to take a Luddite stance against the movement. Robinson acknowledged that trade is essential to the development of nations, but that the way in which it is often practiced is not optimal for an ethical globalization, saying that other values should be incorporated. "It's important to recognize that the dominant influence on globalization is twofold," she said, citing market forces that create wealth for those already in power, and the privatization of what were previously government-based programs in many countries, such as education, health and prison systems. "At a certain point that is going to create difficulties in maintaining standards," Robinson said, referring to the factor of profitability reducing services in privately-operated institutions.



Opinion

Dartmouth Who?

|

To the Editor: Regarding Dan Galemba's lingering resentment toward his high school guidance counselor for trying to dissuade him from applying to Dartmouth ("Opening Doors," The Dartmouth, Jan.


Opinion

Spring Rush

|

To the Editor: Friday's article "Panhell, IFC kick off winter rush" (The Dartmouth, Jan. 10) did an excellent job of delineating the various formal recruitment processes currently underway and open to all eligible students interested in Greek life.




Opinion

Paradise Lost

|

To the Editor: Every so often I happen upon one of those moving accounts of unique courage and personal strength that just make my heart go all aflutter with reestablished faith in humanity.




Opinion

Attack of the Clones

|

Rod Serling is definitely rolling in his graveright now. His fanciful and frightening tales of "The Twilight Zone" are no longer being broadcast on television.


Opinion

Paradise Lost

|

To the Editor: Abigail Drachman-Jones's column "My Idea of Paradise" (The Dartmouth, Jan. 8) would have been a nice pleasant piece about vacation except for the essential premise that one needs to be convinced that a house in the Caribbean is a bad thing.


Opinion

What Clusters Can't Provide

|

What do Greek organizations provide that residential clusters cannot? In a word: family. Intuitively, it doesn't make much sense why the Greek system continues to exist and thrive.



News

Kerry takes on Bush policies

|

Presidential contender and Massachusetts Sen. John Kerry railed against the Bush administration's foreign policy and stressed the importance of grassroots activism to a crammed and enthusiastic Rockefeller Center crowd Friday evening. A leader in the fight for the 2004 Democratic nomination, Kerry appeared at ease relaying the points of his campaign through lengthy personal and historical anecdotes.



News

N.H. law doubles fine for fake ID possession

|

Alcohol was on the minds of both College administrators and New Hampshire legislators last year, as both the College and the state released significant revisions to their current alcohol regulations to start the new year. Beginning Jan.