Alahyari: The Hop Wears Prada

Editors’ Note: Dear Old Dartmouth

In this year’s Freshman special issue, the editors look at the history of Dartmouth’s alma mater and share pieces of advice for the incoming Class of 2030.

Alahyari: Greet the World from the Hills with a Hail?

The College will tell you its policy of institutional restraint will help shape you into a future leader. It’s really hiding from you the institutional reality that you would need to face to become one.

Alahyari: For the Lone Pine Above Her?

The Lone Pine and the grounds it once stood on meant a lot to Dartmouth generations past. Go out there and rediscover that meaning for yourself. 

Alahyari: Protection and Service Are Choices for the Public to Make

Grafton County Sheriff Jill Myers turned on her campaign promises when she partnered with ICE. Without a primary opponent, the public needs to find other ways to keep her accountable.

Alahyari: Dartmouth Only Hires Experts in their Field

Alahyari: Dartmouth’s Growth Doesn’t Mean Losing Our Community

A careful expansion can go a long way in ensuring everyone can benefit equally from Dartmouth’s tight-knit community.

Alahyari: What Did Team Melli Mean this Year?

The Iranian community has the power to define Iran’s national football team as a symbol of the people rather than the regime.

Alahyari: In Search of Lost Treasure

The historic Treasure Room in Baker-Berry Library was once a space for students to use. Opening it to the public again would help strengthen the relationship between Dartmouth students and the historical context in which they reside.

Alahyari: Let’s Keep the Blue Book (Mostly) Closed

Standardizing in-class writing might prevent AI use in the short term, but it would leave students without the skills they would need to write for themselves in the long term.