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New interdisciplinary Russia FSP seeks final College approval

By Debby Cobon | November 7, 2019

Through the collaboration of faculty from the Russian and government departments, the Guarini Institute for International Education and the Arthur L. Irving Institute for Energy and Society, Dartmouth students may have the opportunity to participate in an interdisciplinary study abroad in Russia through a new foreign study program by the summer of 2020.

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Senior society tapping dates set, unrecognized groups pose issues

By Lauren Adler | November 5, 2019

Each year during the winter and spring terms, some members of the junior class are tapped by Dartmouth’s senior societies — groups that mostly remain secret until most members reveal themselves at graduation.

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Student creates new app to increase course selection information

By Grace Lee | November 5, 2019

Course election is often a stressful time for Dartmouth students. Failing to register for a class can lead to entire alterations of a term schedule. Frantic messaging, swapping of classes and begging a professor to let you into class all comprise this stressful time.

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Russell Muirhead named interim director of Rockefeller Center

By The Dartmouth Senior Staff | November 1, 2019

Government department chair and Robert Clements Professor of Democracy and Politics Russell Muirhead has been named interim director of the Nelson A. Rockefeller Center for Public Policy effective Dec. 1, the College announced Friday.

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DDS and Student Assembly introduce new food security efforts

By Amber Bhutta | November 1, 2019

As fall term winds down and interim approaches, many students face an issue beyond finals and winter break plans: food insecurity.

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COSO recognizes 14 new student groups

By Andrew Sasser | November 1, 2019

As students sort through their email inboxes, they may see that some new clubs have become recognized by the Council of Student Organizations. On Oct. 16, COSO recognized 14 new clubs and organizations.

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Q&A with Paul DePodesta, featured in Michael Lewis' "Moneyball"

By Lauren Adler | November 1, 2019

Cleveland Browns chief strategy officer Paul DePodesta, spoke with The Dartmouth about “Moneyball” and analytics.

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An examination of mental health resources for Dartmouth professors

By Arielle Beak | October 31, 2019

In conversations about mental health across college campuses, students are usually the focus of what has become a national hot topic. However, faculty and employees, who create the fabric of this academic backdrop, are rarely mentioned.

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Greek house blacklists operate under secretive, informal rules

By Reilly Olinger | October 31, 2019

Greek house blacklists are designed to ban certain people from entering a Greek house, often for reasons including alleged sexual assault or any factor which makes members unsafe.

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Six-week fraternity and sorority ban lifted

By Aleka Kroitzsh | October 31, 2019

On Monday, the six-week fraternity and sorority ban, which prohibited members of the Class of 2023 from attending most events at Greek houses, was lifted.

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Prominent litigator talks 9/11 lawsuit at Dickey Center event

By Lauren Adler | October 31, 2019

On Monday, James Kreindler ’77, a prominent New York attorney, returned to campus to give a talk in partnership with the Dickey Center for International Understanding.

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Dave Bucci remembered for his kindness, mentorship of students

By Hannah Jinks and Kyle Mullins | October 29, 2019

An accomplished researcher and professor, Dave Bucci not only prioritized his undergraduate teaching, but also brought encouragement, enthusiasm and kindness to every interaction he had with students and colleagues.

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Despite new law, out-of-state students likely able to vote in upcoming elections

By Maya Kempf-Harris | October 29, 2019

Despite the implementation of a 2018 state law that changed residency requirements for voting, college students originally from outside of New Hampshire will likely be able to vote in elections in the state in 2020, though many details remain unclear.

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Fellowships offer students professional experiences — for a fee

By Marco Allen | October 29, 2019

The desire to have a marketable set of professional skills has driven students to pursue different types of off-term opportunities, including both paid and unpaid internships. However, increased demand for job opportunities has led to the creation of fellowships that charge students thousands of dollars for professional opportunities.

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Dartmouth community celebrates Hindu festival of Diwali

By Aleka Kroitzsh | October 29, 2019

Last Saturday, students, faculty and residents of the Upper Valley gathered to celebrate Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights.

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“Dream big, fight hard”: Warren holds second campaign event at Dartmouth

By Soleil Gaylord | October 25, 2019

Framed by the fall foliage of the Bema, Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren spoke to a crowd of approximately 1,100 students, professors and community members Thursday afternoon.

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With AG investigation ongoing, judge in PBS lawsuit raises concerns over settlement

By Coalter Palmer | October 25, 2019

A criminal investigation that began nearly two years ago into the alleged sexual misconduct of three former psychological and brain sciences professors is still ongoing, according to the office of New Hampshire Attorney General Gordon MacDonald ’83.

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Tuck sees significant decrease in applications

By Ioana Andrada Pantelimon | October 25, 2019

The Tuck School of Business received 2,032 applications in 2018-19, a 22.5-percent decrease from the previous academic year.

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One-on-one with Cory Booker

By Lauren Adler | October 25, 2019

On Sunday, Cory Booker, New Jersey senator and Democratic presidential candidate, visited Dartmouth for a campaign event at the Top of the Hop. After the event, Booker spoke with The Dartmouth about issues facing young people.

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Tuck Mentors program seeks to improve student relationships

By Eliza Gallant | October 25, 2019

While the gulf between graduate and undergraduate students at Dartmouth can sometimes appear vast, the Tuck Mentors program at the Tuck School of Business — founded as the Dartmouth Professional Insight Network three years ago by Tuck students — aims to create a better relationship between Tuck and undergraduate students.