College receives community input in presidential search

Trustees Susie Huang ’84 and Christopher Lord ’84 hosted three “listening sessions” for staff, faculty and students to discuss criteria for next Dartmouth president. 

Hanover restaurants grapple with rising costs due to inflation

Business owners are feeling the effects of inflation differently depending on the products they sell. 

Rocky hosts virtual ‘Julian Assange: Visionary or Villain?’ event

The Zoom webinar featured president of the online news outlet The Markup and leading free speech attorney Nabihya Syed and was hosted by English and women’s, gender and sexuality studies professor Alexis Jetter. 

Student organizations run on unpaid labor

Unpaid positions present barriers but can afford valuable opportunities, according to student leaders.

‘It’s become a crisis’: Homelessness in the Upper Valley

Many factors contribute to the issue in the region, while local organizations work to support homeless folks.

Inside the disbandment of the education department

The former department’s dissolution involved discussions at the administrative and departmental level.

Student Assembly president and vice president reflect on year of leadership

The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated a shift in academic and mental health policies.

Q&A with provost Dave Kotz ’86 and executive vice president Rick Mills

The “Rick and Dave” duo discuss COVID-19 policy, housing and the future of the College. 

Editors’ Note: Winter Carnival Special Issue 2022

FFB to remain closed until indoor mask mandate is lifted

Students expressed frustration with the policy, noting declining case counts and the space’s niche on campus.

112th Winter Carnival to take place this weekend

The weekend will bring familiar favorites — such as the polar bear plunge and snow sculptures — alongside James Bond-themed events, including a casino night and laser tag. 

Climbing gym reopens after two-year closure

The College had to revamp the gym’s ventilation system to bring the facility in compliance with COVID-19 policies, delaying its reopening.

Q&A: Gus Guszkowski ’22 participates in ‘Jeopardy!’

The classics major sat down with The Dartmouth to discuss their path to the ‘Jeopardy!’ quarterfinals.  

College kicks off sixth annual Black Legacy Month celebration

Celebrations will be held both in-person and online, and include discussion panels, theatrical and artistic exhibitions and a speech delivered by scholar and activist Angela Davis. 

Dartmouth community reacts to escalating Russia-Ukraine tensions

Professors and students explain geopolitics of the conflict, share personal anecdotes and explore the ramifications of Russian aggression toward Ukraine.

Students report falling behind, struggling to keep up with work during isolation for COVID-19

Students express mixed reactions to news of College President Phil Hanlon’s retirement

Students weigh in on Hanlon's legacy and qualities they hope to see in the College's next president. 

Winter sees return to virtual sorority rush, drop in registration

Due to surge in COVID-19 positivity rates at the start of the term, the ISC returned to virtual rush, according to Inter-Sorority Council president Molly Katarincic. 

Sadie Alexander Association aims to increase diversity in the economics department

Established in the spring of 2021, the association coordinates with the department to provide student input and organize guest lectures on inequality and discrimination. 

Sleeping in earmuffs: As students deal with inconsistent dorm temperatures, College looks to update heating systems

Many of the older buildings on campus have steam heating systems, which are prone to overheating.