Special Issue

Delta variant raises concerns about a new, unpredictable phase of the pandemic

By Ben Fagell | September 7, 2021

Despite a high vaccination rate and low number of cases within the Dartmouth community, some College and town COVID-19 policies are likely to remain in place in the fall to mitigate the spread of the virus.

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Special Issue

As students vie for voting power, a history of the Board of Trustees

By Lorraine Liu | September 7, 2021

The Board is responsible for the College’s financial resources, senior administration and reputation, but often feels inaccessible to and removed from students.

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Special Issue

Class of 2025 subject to frat ban this fall, but not Class of 2024

By Daniel Modesto | September 7, 2021

The policy, which aims to ensure a more communal and safe transition to college, bars first-year students from entering Greek houses during the first six weeks of term.

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Special Issue

Dartmouth affinity groups provide support, community

By Pierce Wilson and Sabrina Eager | September 7, 2021

The large number of identity-based groups at the College offers a variety of different communities for students from different backgrounds.

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Dartmouth UGAs adapt to challenges posed by COVID-19 pandemic

By Kristin Chapman | September 7, 2021

Throughout the last year, undergraduate advisors aimed to support their residents and foster community despite virtual formats and isolating safety guidelines.

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Special Issue

Q&A with outgoing Hanover town clerk Betsy McClain

By Soleil Gaylord | September 7, 2021

McClain reflects on her experiences working for the College and Hanover and discusses student involvement with town affairs.

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Special Issue

A guide to Dartmouth’s lesser-known libraries

By Caitlin McCarthy | September 7, 2021

Though Baker-Berry is a hub of student activity on campus, the College offers a variety of different library spaces.

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Special Issue

Dorm access restrictions to loosen compared to pre-pandemic

By Anaïs Zhang | September 7, 2021

Although for the past year dorm access has been limited to students’ own dorm buildings, students will regain access to all undergraduate dorms between the hours of 8 a.m. and 12 a.m. this fall.

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Editors’ Note: Freshman Special Issue 2021

By Lauren Adler , Mia Russo , Spencer Allen and Thomas Brown | September 7, 2021

The Class of 2025 has a unique opportunity to shape the future of Dartmouth. 

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News

First-Year Trips to be scaled down following COVID-19 concerns

By Lauren Adler | September 2, 2021

The College also announced new COVID-19 precautions, including increased testing, for the fall term.

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News

Protest against DHMC vaccination mandate fueled by misinformation, opposition to coercion

By Cassandra Montemayor Thomas | August 26, 2021

Some employees, members of their families and community members are protesting against the requirement that all DHMC employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 by Sept. 30.

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News

COVID-19 campus updates: Tuck classes to proceed in person as planned

By The Dartmouth Senior Staff | August 22, 2021

Follow along for the latest COVID-19 developments on campus.

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Tropical storm Henri makes landfall in Rhode Island, to bring high winds and heavy rain to Upper Valley

By The Dartmouth Senior Staff | August 22, 2021

The storm will weaken rapidly over land, but still poses a danger, the National Hurricane Center says.

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Parents, administrators ‘very optimistic’ about SAU 70 school district’s fall return to classes

By Kyle Mullins | August 20, 2021

The district saw few COVID-19 cases last year despite being almost completely in person. 

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Students, frustrated by continued climbing gym closure, seek alternative locations

By Ben Fagell | August 20, 2021

The gym, which was closed at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, will remain so until the space is renovated to improve ventilation. 

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Pickup orders stolen from Tuk Tuk Thai Cuisine

By Emily Lu | August 20, 2021

The restaurant has seen a handful of orders — often large ones — swiped every week since the beginning of the pandemic. 

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Northern Arizona University dean of students Scott Brown appointed interim Dean of the College

By The Dartmouth Senior Staff | August 18, 2021

Brown’s appointment will fill the vacancy created by sociology professor Kathryn Lively’s resignation earlier this summer. 

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Professors pleased, students frustrated by reinstated indoor mask mandate

By Andrew Sasser and Lauren Adler | August 13, 2021

Indoor masking is now required in most public spaces, including dining halls and libraries. 

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One year ago, student report anticipated problems with College’s COVID-19 policies

By Arielle Feuerstein | August 13, 2021

A report conducted last summer about students’ concerns with the College’s pandemic response predicted mental health issues, including freshman suicides.

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Parents frustrated with fall housing shortage seek alternatives

By Ben Korkowski | August 13, 2021

Some parents have proposed modular housing as a solution for students still on the housing waitlist. 

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