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The Dartmouth
April 8, 2026
The Dartmouth
Peter Gilbert
The Setonian
Opinion

Memorial Field is the best location for Commencement

To the Editor: As one who was extensively involved in the decision-making process related to moving Commencement to Memorial Field this year, I would like to share some information concerning that decision and the reasons for it. As Acting President James Wright said in his April 10 letter to 1995 Dartmouth graduates, Baker Lawn has a maximum seating capacity of approximately 8,700.

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