NH State Senate will consider firearm laws

In the wake of the elementary school shooting in Newtown, Conn., New Hampshire lawmakers are considering changes to the state's lax gun laws.

Mehring: A Constitutional Crisis

Is our government broken? If the question sounds dramatic, allow me to elucidate. The most recently adjourned Congressional body, steeped in fringe politics and partisan interests, could barely perform its most fundamental civic duty of voting on and passing laws.

Study shows music can communicate emotions

Humans across cultures can express various emotions through music and motion, according to a recent study by psychology professor Thalia Wheatley, psychology and brain sciences PhD candidate Beau Sievers GR '17 and music professor Michael Casey. The study, titled "Music and movement share a dynamic structure that supports universal expressions of emotion," was published in the Jan.

Students, faculty say Hanlon must emphasize diversity

The recent appointment of President-elect Philip Hanlon '77 has prompted discussion across campus about the College's efforts to promote diversity in the administration's highest levels. While many students and faculty said that Hanlon's experience as an educator and his status as a Dartmouth alumnus make him a strong choice to lead the College, others said that choosing a woman or a member of a minority group could have helped Dartmouth move forward and explore different perspectives. Former College President Jim Yong Kim was the only exception to a pattern of white male presidents leading Dartmouth, and he was also the first Asian-American president of an Ivy League institution. Some students expressed concern that Hanlon's background will not lead to progress on social issues that are important to students, and others said they were disappointed that the search committee did not select a woman to lead the College. "Having another president who is a white male alumnus and a member of a fraternity won't bring the kind of social change that the student body is looking for," Gillian O'Connell '15 said. While some organizations such as the Office of Pluralism and Leadership may engender change on their own, Hanlon will likely maintain the status quo in the Greek system and other social areas of campus, she said. Jennifer Davidson '15 said that the recent presidential search could have been an opportunity for the College to make a bold selection. "This could have been a really good time for Dartmouth to break their typical mold and break outside where they've historically gone, because the president is really the face of the College," Davidson said. Rachel Funk '15 also said that selecting a president who was female or a member of a minority group would have been an effective way to move Dartmouth forward and lend a "fresh perspective." "I'm not saying that every problem would be solved if we had a president of a different race or a different sex," she said.

No Rhodes Scholars named in 2012

For the second consecutive year, no Dartmouth students were awarded Rhodes scholarships. The Rhodes Trust awards the prestigious prize each year to 32 recipients, who receive full funding to study at the University of Oxford.

Hanlon draws close comparisons to role model Kemeny

Succeeding former College President Jim Yong Kim as the 18th member of the Wheelock Succession, President-elect Philip Hanlon '77 has drawn comparisons to several former College presidents.

Classmates admire Hanlon's modesty, sense of humor

While a student at the College, President-elect Philip Hanlon '77 wrote to a princess of Monaco to request her company at the Winter Carnival ball.

Folt says Hanlon must focus on improving student life

When President-elect Philip Hanlon '77 assumes office on July 1, he must focus on improving student life and act as the College's global "spokesperson," Interim President Carol Folt said in an interview with The Dartmouth.

Student Roundtable

Campus leaders provide a variety of perspectives on Philip Hanlon '77's appointment as Dartmouth's 18th president. President-elect Hanlon will bring to Dartmouth the vision of an accomplished administrator, the heart of a dedicated teacher and the mind of a renowned scholar all supreme qualities that will allow Dartmouth to thrive under his leadership. Our institution finds itself at a unique juncture.

Hanlon balanced administrative duties with teaching

Since becoming a faculty member at the University of Michigan in 1986, President-elect Philip Hanlon '77, has impressed students and colleagues with his dedication to balancing teaching and administrative duties. Hanlon began teaching mathematics at Michigan in 1986.

Daily Debriefing

While enrollment at American universities dropped for the first time in 15 years, the number of college students taking online classes continues to rise, Inside Higher Ed reported.

Ramesh: The Barnes Dance

As citizens of Dartmouth College, we are all indoctrinated into the Salty Dog Rag. However, as residents of Hanover, we are all intimately familiar with another boogie the Barnes Dance.

Pollack: An Exceptional Leader

Last semester, my boss and I co-taught a class on college affordability. We met Tuesday evenings in a tiered classroom in the university art museum with 55 enrolled students.

Corn Sizzurp 2013-01-09

Alpha Delta fraternity indicted for serving alcohol to minors

Alpha Delta fraternity was indicted on two charges of providing alcohol to minors last year, according to the Valley News.

Verbum Ultimum: Remembering Our Commitments

The appointment of President-elect Philip Hanlon '77 signals the next chapter in a rather tumultuous period in Dartmouth's history.