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‘He was really a hero to me’: President emeritus James Wright remembered for his kindness, impact

By Jackie Wright and Catherine Chu | November 1, 2022

The career historian, who served as Dartmouth’s 16th president, died at the age of 83.

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Town passes rental ordinance updating safety requirements, mandating inspections

By Charlotte Hampton | November 1, 2022

According to Hanover town manager Alex Torpey, the ordinance enacts a “proactive” approach to upholding standards of living for students in off-campus rentals.

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Dining costs steadily rise over past five years in response to inflation, market factors

By Charlotte Hampton | November 1, 2022

Students said they struggle to make it through the term without budgeting or stealing.

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Class of 1989 Pollination Project builds pollinator habitats around Upper Valley

By Aryanna Qusba | November 1, 2022

Since April 2021, volunteers have planted more than 12,000 square feet of habitat for pollinator species — animals that help plants to reproduce.

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Active case of tuberculosis in Dartmouth community identified

By The Dartmouth Senior Staff | October 31, 2022

According to the College, the community member with tuberculosis is receiving treatment and support.

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DHMC physician Lauren Gilstrap dies at 38

By The Dartmouth Senior Staff | October 28, 2022

Gilstrap, who joined DHMC in 2018 as a cardiologist and professor, died on Oct. 21. 

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Homecoming bonfire evolves to address safety concerns

By Adriana James-Rodil | October 28, 2022

The Dartmouth bonfire has gone through several changes since it was first lit in 1888 — from name changes to structural overhauls.

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2022 election survey: Projected turnout decreases, Biden remains popular

By Taylor Haber | October 28, 2022

Student voters show support for the president despite mixed reactions to his administration’s handling of key issues.

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Gender-based violence initiatives expand in recent years

By Angus Yip | October 28, 2022

The College’s many gender-based violence initiatives — ranging from Title IX to the Sexual Violence Prevention Project — work to ensure campus safety.

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Graduate students protest living standards, pledge to form union

By Aryanna Qusba | October 28, 2022

The Graduate Organized Laborers at Dartmouth, a group of graduate students demanding a “guaranteed living wage,” marks the second student union announced this year.

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New town manager Alex Torpey and community respond to issues facing Hanover

By Frank Blackburn | October 28, 2022

Four months into his tenure as Hanover’s chief executive, Torpey offers insight on the town’s housing and energy policies 

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Q&A with Hanover fire department chief Martin McMillan

By Emily Fagell | October 28, 2022

McMillan reflects on the College’s relationship with Hanover emergency services and the dangers of student intoxication

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Editors' Note: Homecoming Issue 2022

By Emily Fagell , Taylor Haber and Marius DeMartino | October 28, 2022

Alumni return to campus during a time of rekindling old memories

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Rockefeller Center hosts CNN political commentator Harry Enten ’11

By Taylor Haber | October 27, 2022

Enten shared his predictions and thoughts about the 2022 midterm elections and the intricacies of political polling.

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Congresswoman Annie Kuster discusses reelection campaign, cuts event short

By Heya Shah | October 27, 2022

Kuster discussed her congressional track record since taking office in 2013, before leaving the stage early due to a disruptive audience. 

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Students gather to celebrate Diwali on campus

By Farah Almadani | October 27, 2022

The Hindu Festival of Lights was honored through a community dinner, arts performances and a display of candles on the Green. 

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Q&A with Aaron McKenna, winner of NIH New Innovator Award

By Connor Basham | October 27, 2022

The Dartmouth sat down with McKenna to talk about his cell development research, the $1.5 million award and the long-term goals of his work. 

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Community prepares to celebrate Homecoming traditions

By Shena Han | October 27, 2022

Students and alumni will be able to take part in a number of College traditions this weekend, beginning with the annual bonfire.

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Racially-motivated attack against South Asian student prompts town hall, reflection among South Asian communities

By Gayathri Srinivasan | October 27, 2022

Students and the College react to the racially motivated assault against a South Asian student, with discourse shedding light on community and collaboration. 

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Scott Brown named Dean of the College

By The Dartmouth Senior Staff | October 25, 2022

Brown, who has held the position in an interim capacity since August 2021, will complete his term as dean in June 2025.

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