Schedule of Events

Club sports may be competing today. Check with your student for details. 

Visit dartmouthsports.com/sports/womens-tennis.

No ticket required.

Tuck Mall Drive

Check-in and pick up your nametag, welcome bag, and materials for the weekend. Sign up for Friday’s tours on a first-come, first-served basis. Pick up your free tickets for your preferred time for the a cappella and dance showcase on Saturday night. Please stop by the hospitality tent throughout the day to relax and enjoy light refreshments and conversation with fellow Dartmouth families.

Tuck Mall Drive

Drop off your donated, nonperishable food and personal care items. The items will be donated to families in need through the Upper Valley Haven.

• Food items needed: canned chicken/tuna, peanut butter, elbow pasta, plain pasta sauce, macaroni and cheese, canned fruit, canned beans, soups or broths, and rice.
• Personal care items needed: deodorant, razors, shampoo, bar soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, diapers (sizes 5 and 6) and pull-ups.

Available at 1–1:45 OR 2–2:45 p.m.

With your wristband, meet in front of Blunt Alumni Center, 20 North Main Street

A Dartmouth tour guide will lead you around our beautiful campus.

Available at 1–1:45 OR 2–2:45 p.m.

With your wristband, meet in front of Baker-Berry Library

Take a tour with a docent from the Hood Museum of Art of José Clemente Orozco’s extraordinary mural cycle, The Epic of American Civilization (1932–34). One of Orozco’s finest creations and one of Dartmouth’s most treasured works, the mural was designated a National Historic Landmark in 2013.

Available at 1–1:45 OR 2–2:45 p.m.

With your wristband, meet at the main cemetery entrance located behind Class of '53 Commons and South Fairbanks on Cemetery Lane

Did you know Dartmouth has its own historic cemetery on campus that dates back to the 1770s?   Take a tour and learn some fascinating stories about the people buried there, including eight Dartmouth presidents.

Note: The tour will last about 45 minutes on uneven ground.

Suite 178, 25 North Main Street

Join us at the Academic Skills Center (ASC) for an open house designed to introduce you to the wide range of academic support services we offer! We help students thrive both inside and outside the classroom through personalized academic coaching, peer tutoring, skill-building workshops, and mindfulness-based programs. Drop-in to meet our dedicated staff, explore our resources, and learn how we partner with students to build confidence, resilience, and effective learning strategies throughout their Dartmouth journey.

Lobby, 16 East Wheelock Street

Dartmouth Athletics provides a wide variety of athletic opportunities that meet the talents, interests, and needs of a broad range of individuals. The spectrum of programs and activities available include recreation, physical education, intramural and club sports, and a broad array of competitive varsity athletic teams. Join members of the Department of Athletics and Recreation to learn more about opportunities in the athletic community.

Room 103, 10 North Main Street

Our office is responsible for managing student accounts and campus ID cards at the college. The office oversees the billing and collection of tuition, fees, and other student charges. The DartCard team administers the official campus ID card, which enables access to campus facilities, dining, and secure building entry. Together, Campus Billing and DartCard Services play a vital role in supporting students' financial responsibilities and daily campus life, offering customer service, guidance, and resources to help students and families navigate their accounts and campus needs effectively. Stop by the Campus Billing and DartCard Services office with your questions.

Lower Level, 10 North Main Street 

The Dartmouth Center for Career Design (DCCD) empowers students to confidently pursue career goals through career coaching, expert advice, and personalized guidance. Our coaching team helps students build confidence, clarify their identities and values, and utilize their strengths for future wellbeing. We work with students to identify opportunities, apply for jobs and internships, build professional networks, prepare for interviews, and explore graduate/professional school options. Leveraging the power of the Dartmouth community and our relationships with employers, the center offers a wide range of workshops and events, including several employer fairs, law and graduate school visits, alumni panels, career design labs, and one-on-one coffee chats. Meet our staff at the Open House Expo and learn more about how we support students in developing and pursuing their career goals.

Second Floor, 6 Cemetery Lane 

Dartmouth’s Center for Social Impact prepares students to be transformative leaders and changemakers for the common good. The center offers community-based experiential learning opportunities, including academic courses, internships, and fellowships; the chance to partner with local organizations; immersion trips around the country and the world; leadership training; mentorship; and more. The goal is to prepare students for a lifetime of learning and ethical community engagement.

33 Tuck Mall Drive 

Explore Dartmouth’s physical and conceptual hub for energy, climate, and sustainability research, teaching, and learning: the LEED platinum-certified Arthur L. Irving Institute for Energy and Society. This beautiful and highly energy-efficient facility is home to the Dartmouth Sustainability Office; the Revers Center for Energy, Sustainability, and Innovation; the Climate Impacts and Modeling Group; and the Sustainable Transitions Lab; as well as other labs, faculty, and researchers from across the disciplines. The building and the offices serve as a “big tent” for faculty, staff and students who are working to advance sustainable and equitable energy futures for all.

Reiss Hall, 25 North Main Street 

“The library is a place [to] re-spark curiosity,” and we couldn’t agree more! The Libraries are the intellectual home of open and collaborative enquiry where students work with library experts to grow and apply critical skills for academic success. Discover how the Libraries foster research, learning, and teaching experiences powered by curiosity and questions to address the world’s greatest challenges. We do that by sparking discovery within ourselves, our community, and our world. Stop by to chat with our librarian or visit the library to explore what we’re all about.

Reiss Hall, 25 North Main Street 

The Office of Equal Opportunity, Accessibility, and Title IX offers resources, support, and guidance to students, faculty, and staff with the goal of ensuring a campus environment that’s free from harassment, discrimination, and barriers, and accessible to all.

Reiss Hall, 255 North Main Street 

Family Support is dedicated to helping Dartmouth families empower and support their students. The director of family support, Bridget Colacchio, is eager to partner with families to help you stay informed and connected, so that you can best guide and support your student throughout their Dartmouth journey and beyond.

Second Floor, 10 North Main Street  

Stop by the Financial Aid office with your questions. 

First Floor, 9 Maynard Street

The First-Generation Office supports Dartmouth’s 750 first-generation college students with academics, social belonging, and professional development. We spearhead several student-focused initiatives, including the First-Year Summer Enrichment Program, the Prepare to Launch Program, and the King Scholars Program.

Suite 314, 6 North Main Street 

For more than 240 years, student societies and fraternal organizations have enriched Dartmouth College through tradition, leadership, scholarship, community, and service. The Office of Greek Life and Student Societies supports this legacy by providing leadership development, organizational guidance, and administrative oversight for values-based fraternities, sororities, and societies. From recruitment and housing to risk management and governance, the office ensures a safe, vibrant, and meaningful experience across five governing councils, 27 chapters, and 19 undergraduate and senior societies.

Reiss Hall, 25 North Main Street  

Meet staff from the Health Service including representatives from primary care, counseling, pharmacy, inpatient nursing, and Dartmouth student insurance. Learn about services and resources related to well-being, mental health, physical health, pharmacy services, inpatient nursing and help line, and the Dartmouth student insurance plan.

Suite 205, 8 Cemetery Lane 

The International Student Experience Office leads institutional engagement and holistic support for graduate and undergraduate international students at Dartmouth. In collaboration with campus partners, the office seeks to centralize resources, community, and belongingness for students. 

29 North Main Street  

The Dickey Center is Dartmouth's hub for international engagement, policy, and impact. We’re home to the International Studies Minor (INTS) and fellowship programs including the Great Issues Scholars, War & Peace Fellows, Global Health Fellows, and Arctic Innovations Scholars. We oversee globally-focused student groups, host international guests and events, and offer international internships and other funded leave-term opportunities. Our staff can help you navigate international career paths and find ways to globalize your undergraduate experience at Dartmouth. 

Suite 001-Ground Floor, 15 Thayer Drive

The Magnuson Center for Entrepreneurship serves Dartmouth students, faculty, staff, and alumni along the path from entrepreneurial thinking to entrepreneurial doing. We provide cocurricular education and experiences, funding opportunities, and connection to our world-class alumni network. Entrepreneurs, creatives, designers, engineers, coders, and general liberal arts students of all majors and disciplines are welcome at the Magnuson Center. The center brings together various programs that support entrepreneurship, invention, and innovation at Dartmouth and beyond. We leverage campus resources, human capital, and an understanding of the entrepreneurial ecosystem to achieve our mission. Our new location enhances our ability to offer interdisciplinary ventures and creative collaborations involving students and faculty from all five of Dartmouth’s schools to explore entrepreneurial opportunities. 

Third Floor, 2 North Main Street 

The Native American Program champions Indigenous students through holistic support, cultural programming, values-centered leadership development, and dedicated living-learning spaces, upholding Dartmouth's founding charter. Signature student programs include pre-orientation and the Indigenous Peer Mentor Program, cultural programs and support, professional development and emergency funding, and signature events: Indigenous Peoples’ Month, Powwow, and Lu’au. Staff offices are located on the third floor in the Collis Center, along with fellow Community and Campus Life offices: Civic Expression, Engagement, and Learning, and the Office of Pluralism and Leadership. 

Hinman Forum (Room 115), 2 Webster Avenue  

The Nelson A. Rockefeller Center (also known as “Rocky”) is a catalyst for public policy research, teaching, and deliberation. Dedicated to providing an interdisciplinary perspective on policy-related topics, the center fosters a commitment to the ideals of public service and informed public debate exemplified by the late U.S. Vice President Nelson A. Rockefeller ’30. The center’s mission is to inspire, educate, and train future public  
policy leaders in all fields of endeavor through its curricular and co-curricular offerings.

Suite 303, 2 North Main Street 

We envision a Dartmouth where all students can thrive, value difference, and contribute to the creation of a socially just world. OPAL achieves its mission by centering the values, needs, strengths, and practices of marginalized communities and by approaching leadership, community development, and personal growth through the lens of social justice. 

Suite 102, 6 North Main Street 

The Outdoor Programs Office (OPO) envisions bringing the outside in: into everything Dartmouth does, from academics to wellness to the first-year experience. The OPO has administrative responsibilities covering the Dartmouth Outing Club, First Year Trips, wellness programs, and leadership opportunities. The facilities that OPO manages include the Connecticut River waterfront and the Ledyard Canoe Club, Moosilauke Ravine Lodge, recreational and educational uses of the Second College Grant, the Climbing Gym, and the Dartmouth Outdoor rentals program. 

Suite 125, 27 North Main Street 

Student Accessibility Services (SAS) partners with disabled students, faculty, and staff to determine what reasonable accommodations and services may be needed to promote equal access. In contrast to high school, services are student-initiated, and students who are unsure if they may be eligible for services are invited to schedule an inquiry meeting with an SAS advisor. Students served by SAS most frequently have ADHD, psychological disabilities, and/or chronic health impairments as their primary condition. If students require documentation of their condition to register and are not already connected with a provider, they can usually work through Dartmouth College Health Service. 

Suite 211, 2 North Main Street 

There are many ways for undergraduate students to contribute to student life at Dartmouth. Whether it’s joining a student group, working on campus, serving the broader community, or attending a leadership program, we’re here to support and empower each student to pursue the path that best supports their personal, professional, and civic goals. Meet staff from Office of Student Life, Collis Center, and Student Involvement to learn more about how undergraduate students are co-creating college traditions, developing lifelong skills, and finding their place at Dartmouth through our programs and opportunities. 

Suite 179, 25 North Main Street 

Our mission is to empower our community to thrive. How? By providing opportunities for reflection, connection, intentionality, and purposeful action, which serve as the primary building blocks for enhancing personal wellbeing and the wellbeing of our community. We believe in working together to create a Dartmouth that fosters wellbeing and that is free from violence, prejudice, and other harmful behaviors. That means a community where everyone feels supported in taking ownership of who they want to be and the life they want to be living and also empowered to help others do the same. 

15 Thayer Drive  

As one of the first engineering schools in the country, Thayer School of Engineering prepares leaders to solve complex problems through a human-centered approach to engineering, translational research, and innovation. We put human well-being and global societal needs and opportunities at the core of our engineering education. Our faculty, students, and staff are excited to welcome you to the high-performance and energy-efficient Class of 1982 Engineering and Computer Science Center for self-guided tours and more. 

1:30–2:15 p.m. ONLY

Engineering Major Informational Session for ’29 Parents and Families
Cummings Hall, Spanos Auditorium, 10 Thayer Drive
Learn more about the Dartmouth engineering curriculum and program.

Speaker:

• Vicki May, professor of engineering, associate dean for undergraduate education, and program area co-lead for engineering education.

Reiss Hall, 25 North Main Street 

Learn about Tuck’s signature undergraduate programs! 

Tuck Business Bridge 
Now in its 28th year, this certificate program offers an intensive business curriculum taught by Tuck faculty, a team capstone project, career services, and recruiting support. Offered three times in-person at Tuck and once virtually, it hosts more than 450 students from more than 90 schools annually. 

TuckLAB 
Exclusive to Dartmouth students, TuckLAB offers interactive certificates in energy and explores the complexities of energy systems and leadership in energy transitions. Also, in entrepreneurship, learn to build a startup from idea to pitch and apply innovation skills in any field.

Suite 125, 27 North Main Street 

Come by to meet the team in the Undergraduate Deans Office (UDO)! The mission of the UDO is to support undergraduate students in their engagement with the curriculum and in their overall educational experience at Dartmouth. We enjoy meeting and getting to know students throughout the year. We meet with students to discuss academic advising, personal issues, and navigation of College policies. We provide information about College resources and make referrals as needed. If students are experiencing any academic difficulties, we encourage them to meet with a dean. 

Suite 125, 27 North Main Street 

Dartmouth is passionate about supporting our veterans! Within the Undergraduate Deans Office, we have an Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Veterans. They serve as the primary academic and holistic adviser for all undergraduate veteran students, supporting their transition to and through college life. They connect students with key campus resources, including career services, academic support, and VA certifying officials. Each term, they lead programming and community-building initiatives to foster a strong, inclusive environment for student veterans. 

Reiss Hall, 25 North Main Street 

The Upper Valley Business Alliance (UVBA) is a regional chamber of commerce. UVBA has information on local businesses and services as well as things to do, places to visit, and local resources. Come learn more about the Upper Valley! 

Cook Auditorium, 31 Tuck Mall Drive

Special Faculty Lecture
Before there was “big data,” there were tallies carved on bone, census rolls of empires, and ledgers of trade. Sharing insights from her forthcoming book, Data Empire: A Human History of Records and Rule (HarperCollins, 2026), Prof. Risam reveals how data has always been a tool of power, tracing its history from ancient civilizations to the digital platforms that govern our lives today.

Presenter: 

• Roopika Risam, associate professor of film and media studies and comparative literature 

Grand Ballroom, 2 East Wheelock Street

Dartmouth Dialogues is our shared commitment to showcase Dartmouth’s commitment to programming across the institution that facilitates conversations and skills bridging political, cultural, and personal divides. Listening to—and including—a diversity of ideological perspectives fosters learning, community, and innovation. Solving the world’s most pressing challenges hinges on our ability to understand and discuss viewpoints different from our own. We invite you to learn more about the goals and programs in this initiative, and to participate in a short interactive exercise to experience how your students are practicing their listening and dialogue skills.

Presenter: 

• Kristi Clemens, executive director of the Dialogue Project

Georgiopoulos Classroom, 42 Thayer Drive

Learn about Tuck’s signature undergraduate programs!

Tuck Business Bridge
Now in its 28th year, this certificate program offers an intensive business curriculum taught by Tuck faculty, a team capstone project, career services, and recruiting support. It is offered in-person at Tuck and virtually, hosting more than 450 students from more than 90 schools annually.

TuckLAB
Exclusive to Dartmouth students, TuckLAB offers interactive certificates in energy and explores the complexities of energy systems and leadership in energy transitions. Also, in entrepreneurship, learn to build a startup from idea to pitch and apply innovation skills in any field.

Tuck Pathfinders
Tuck Pathfinders is a first-year experience designed to help Dartmouth students explore diverse career paths, identify their strengths, and build both professional and life skills. Through introspection, alumni insights, and hands-on support from the Center for Professional Development, students begin shaping a purposeful and informed future.

Presenters:

• Will Conroy, associate director of business development, Tuck Undergraduate Education
• Charlie Wheelan, clinical professor of business administration; faculty director of Center for Business, Government & Society
• Campbell Marton ’28

Common Ground, 2 North Main Street

Ever wondered what it would be like to be the lead singer of a band? Now is your chance! Grab a mic and sing in front of a real live band. You sing the song, and the band backs you up LIVE! The lyrics are displayed on a large TV monitor on stage for guest vocalists. The band can play pop, rock, country—basically anything in the American songbook from the 1940s to today. The Karaoke Bandstand is artful and hip and can entertain a wide range of ages and musical tastes.

Club sports may be competing today. Check with your student for details.

Visit dartmouthsports.com/sports/womens-tennis for details.

No ticket required.

12 p.m.

9 Reservoir Road, Hanover, NH

No ticket required.

Tuck Mall Drive

Check in and pick up your nametag, welcome bag, and materials for the weekend. Sign up for Saturday’s tours on a first-come, first-served basis. Pick up your free tickets for your preferred showtime for the A Cappella and Dance Showcase on Saturday night.

Tuck Mall Drive

Drop off your donated, nonperishable food and personal care items. The items will be donated to families in need through Upper Valley Haven.

• Food items needed: canned chicken/tuna, peanut butter, elbow pasta, plain pasta sauce, macaroni and cheese, canned fruit, canned beans, soups or broths, and rice.
• Personal care items needed: deodorant, razors, shampoo, bar soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, diapers (sizes 5 and 6) and pull-ups.

Room 006, 39 College Street

Special Faculty Lecture
Amidst the bombardment of depressing climate change news, Professor Osterberg will discuss some “good news” resulting from Dartmouth students, staff and faculty working together in the laboratory, classroom and local community.

Presenter:

• Dr. Erich Osterberg, professor of earth sciences

Oopik Auditorium, 78 College Street

Learn about Dartmouth’s accredited off-campus study-away opportunities coordinated by the Frank J. Guarini Institute for International Education. Offered in diverse global locations, these programs provide safe, rigorous, credit-bearing academic experiences that foster disciplinary and interdisciplinary discovery, foreign language acquisition, intercultural competency, and personal growth. These transformative, place-based experiences also help students develop workplace-ready skills employers value and foster a sensitivity for lifelong learning and ethical civic and global engagement.

Presenters:

• Francine A’ness, senior lecturer and associate director of global teaching & learning, Frank J. Guarini Institute for International Education
• Study-Away Mentors (SAMs)

Filene Auditorium, 3 Maynard Street

Under the direction of Executive Director Joseph Catrino, Dartmouth is forging the way for students to engage with the new Dartmouth Center for Career Design (DCCD) to develop and design their future personal and professional trajectories. This support ranges from empowering students through skills-based approaches, leveraging personal interest areas, identifying internship opportunities, and conducting networking within career communities to learn from alumni and other experts in the field. The Center uses tailored approaches to support students from pre-orientation through graduation. Please join Joe and current students to learn more about this new initiative, ask questions and become connected.

Presenters:

• Joe Catrino, executive director of the Center for Career Design
• Current students

The mission of the Dartmouth Cheerleading Team is to foster a welcoming community of students from all backgrounds through the sport of cheerleading. The team values inclusivity and fun, with members building a supportive and spirited environment. Together, they work toward the shared goal of cheering on fellow Dartmouth student athletes. The team brings energy and enthusiasm to all sports throughout the year. 

Dartmouth’s premier dance team performs at all home football and basketball games. The team is audition-based and entirely student-choreographed. From hosting annual Youth Days, attending March Madness, and representing Dartmouth at UDA competitions, the team is dedicated to supporting athletes and representing the College.  

The Dartmouth College Marching Band is the College’s spirited and all-inclusive musical ensemble, performing at all home football games and select campus events. Known for its humor, creativity, and student-led performances, the band is open to all regardless of musical background. From rallying fans on game day to performing original halftime shows and traveling to support the Big Green, the band proudly upholds tradition while celebrating the unique energy of Dartmouth.

Cook Auditorium, 31 Tuck Mall Drive

Meet the first-year undergraduate deans and learn how they help your student navigate the Dartmouth experience. They will review the requirements of Dartmouth’s liberal arts curriculum, including key academic milestones, and share with you the role they play in supporting and advising students. The undergraduate deans work with your student through graduation and are a tremendous source of support and information. Time will be allotted for questions.

Presenters:

• Natalie Hoyt, assistant dean of undergraduate students and director off first-year initiatives
• Tawana Cabezas, assistant dean of undergraduate students
• Kate Leach, assistant dean of undergraduate students

Grand Ballroom, 2 East Wheelock Street

June will be here before you know it. Join us for an introduction to commencement activities and exercises. This information will help families prepare to celebrate their student during this momentous weekend event for graduating students. Tentative schedules will be shared along with tips for lodging, parking, and more.

Presenters:

• EJ Kiefer, executive director of conferences and events
• Bridget Colacchio, director of family support

Cook Auditorium, 31 Tuck Mall Drive

Class of 2026 students and families will share tips and information they have learned during their family’s Dartmouth experience with the Class of 2029 families.

Presenters:

• Bridget Colacchio, director of family support
• Panel of Class of 2026 students and their families

Hayward Room, 2 East Wheelock Street

Let’s celebrate, Class of 2026! Gather with fellow classmates and families to honor your last year, enjoy each other’s company, and write thank you notes to faculty, staff, and other community members who have had a positive impact on your time at Dartmouth. Cookies and lemonade will be served.