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Adopt a Hinman Box!

Make your gift of $100 or more to the Hopkins Center Renovation and Expansion Gift Fund and receive an authentic Hinman Box door.

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Dartmouth Class of 1989 Raises Funds for New Student Residential Hall

In response to President Beilock's mission to improve campus housing, the Class of 1989 is taking up the challenge of funding an entire student residential hall
Cheryl Shepard '90 posing with former Council president Alexandra Barnett ’07 and president-elect Bruce Danziger ’83 P’22

Meet Your President

As president of the Alumni Council, Cheryl wants to take on the tough problems while shining a light on all the positive things that are happening on the campus in support of President Beilock’s five pillars of initiatives.
A photo of Stephen Lewinstein, joyfully smiling and laughing in front of the newly renamed Lewinstein Athletic Center

Dartmouth’s Historic Athletic Facility Has a New Name

Dartmouth’s athletic facility formerly known as Alumni Gym now has a new name: the Lewinstein Athletic Center, thanks to a history-making gift that will transform Dartmouth’s ability to support all students who participate in athletics, as well as support coaches and staff in the pursuit of Big Green athletic excellence.

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Committed to Student Health, Wellness, and Community

Dartmouth’s West End is one of the most vibrant parts of campus today, and the College is planning to transform West Wheelock Street, which links the West End to the Green, into a hub of student life.

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Cheryl Shepard '90 posing with former Council president Alexandra Barnett ’07 and president-elect Bruce Danziger ’83 P’22

Meet Your President

As president of the Alumni Council, Cheryl wants to take on the tough problems while shining a light on all the positive things that are happening on the campus in support of President Beilock’s five pillars of initiatives.
Yanjun Wei GR’04 says Professor David Lemal, left, “exemplified the friendly Dartmouth culture that I grew to love and embrace.”

Horizons Expanded, a Life Changed, and Hope for Future Generations

Yanjun Wei GR’04 reflects on his transformative Dartmouth experience, the profound impact of his mentor, Professor David Lemal, and shares how Dartmouth shaped his intellectual and personal growth.

Our Dartmouth Experience, as Alumni and Professors

Susan Ackerman ’80 is the Preston H. Kelsey Professor of Religion and Herbert Chang ’18 is an assistant professor of quantitative social science.

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Chitra Narasimhan speaking to the alumni council.

The Voice of the People

“Alumni might not think to reach out or know where to go when they have something they want to share. Whether it’s big or small, the ALC wants to make sure that it gets seen.”
Exterior rendering of a residence hall on West Wheelock

Dartmouth Class of 1989 Raises Funds for New Student Residential Hall

In response to President Beilock's mission to improve campus housing, the Class of 1989 is taking up the challenge of funding an entire student residential hall
Sleep Saturday founders & sisters stand in front of Lou's Bakery

Building Community Through Comfort: The Story of a Dartmouth-Inspired Pajama Brand

Katie Weber ’24 and her sister Madelyn Weber are business partners and the creative minds behind Sleepy Saturday, a stylish and comfortable pajama brand. We spoke with Katie, Madelyn, and their student ambassador, Olivia Galiatos ’26 about the company, how it came to be, and their experience entering the fashion industry.
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A Dartmouth Alum Cultivating Change: Mark Thomas ’74 and Garfield Produce Co.

Garfield Produce is one of the leading suppliers of microgreens for Chicago restaurants while employing Chicagoans with felony records.
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Interviewing 101: An Interview with Hank Malin ’82

The interview advice out there is endless and can seem especially daunting for new graduates. How can you sift through the noise and properly prepare for an interview? For Dartmouth alums, there’s a clear answer—the Alumni Practice Interview Program.
A portrait of Rebecca Tadikonda.

A Gift to Expand Minds and Opportunities

Rebecca Tadikonda ’95 and her husband Madhu Tadikonda recently joined the Evergreen Scholarship Circle, which honors individuals who have given $1 million or more to endow a scholarship at Dartmouth.
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Dear Dartmouth: A Letter from Anthony Fosu ’24

My four years here as a student have been remarkable...Dartmouth provided a foundation for me to step out confidently into our global community.

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My First Day at Dartmouth

Shonda Rhimes ’91, Rachel Dratch ’88, Connie Britton ’89 and others share their first-day impressions on arriving at Dartmouth.
Lauren Jones '20 wearing a bright pink lei at commencement.

Lauren Jones ’20 Is Creating Community Beyond Hanover

"I wanted to continue giving back to my classmates and building a community outside of campus and in the cities we all populate."
Mateo Romero

50 for 50 Podcast: Mateo Romero ’89

In Episode 1, Mateo Romero ’89 talks with his friend and classmate, podcast host Jennifer Avellino, about the things that have profoundly influenced and emboldened his work.
Ricki Fairley

50 for 50 Podcast: Ricki Fairley ’78

In Episode 2, Ricki Fairley thought she would never live to see her youngest daughter graduate.
AlexAnna Salmon

50 for 50 Podcast: AlexAnna Salmon ’08

In Episode 9: Growing up in the village of Igiugig in the Bristol Bay region of southwestern Alaska, home to about 70 tribal members, Salmon was always the only student in her grade. She spent happy days at the feet of elders, soaking up language and traditions. Now, drawing on her many-faceted Dartmouth experience, she's documenting the history of her Native community and leading it into the future. 
Keith Boykin

50 for 50 Podcast: Keith Boykin ’87

In Episode 8: "Gender, race, and Native American inclusion—they were all issues that we struggled with on campus in the mid to late 1980s, in part because the scars from the battles of the past hadn't yet healed."
Selassie Atadika

50 for 50 Podcast: Selassie Atadika ’98

In Episode 7, Selassie Atadika ’98 has two lifelong passions: world travel and food.
Bianca Smith

50 for 50 Podcast: Bianca Smith ’12

In Episode 6: Less than a decade after graduating from Dartmouth, where she majored in sociology and played on the varsity softball and baseball club teams, Bianca Smith joined the Red Sox as a minor league coach—the first Black woman in history to reach that goal. But Smith refuses to see herself as a trailblazer, insisting that she's just doing what her parents, also Dartmouth grads, advised. "Find what you're passionate about, what makes you wake up in the morning."
Olivia Goodwin

50 for 50 Podcast: Olivia Goodwin ’21

In Episode 5: Olivia Goodwin came to Dartmouth as a pole vaulter, joined the women's track and field team, and majored in sociology. Determined to help other students feel affirmed and accepted as they explore their gender and sexuality, Goodwin served in leadership roles with Dartmouth's Office of Pluralism and Leadership, the Student Wellness Center, the Dartmouth Outing Club, and the Pride Committee.
Carmen Lopez

50 for 50 Podcast: Carmen Lopez ’97

In Episode 4: Growing up in the Navajo Nation, Carmen Lopez had never heard of the Ivy League when she became spellbound by a guest speaker at her high school: Dr. Lori Arviso Alvord, Dartmouth Class of 1979, the first female Navajo surgeon. Arriving on campus in 1997, Lopez quickly involved herself in Native American Studies and joined the growing effort by Indigenous students to battle stereotypical language and imagery.  
Victoria Li

50 for 50 Podcast: Victoria Li '16

In Episode 3: When Victoria Li ’16 first left New York City to attend Dartmouth, she felt a little lost, missing her close-knit Asian-American family and their bustling restaurant. Inspired by her family’s love of food, she found comfort in serving falafel sandwiches from a campus food truck, founding a club that hosted food tastings on campus, and even washing dishes in the dining hall. Since graduation, Victoria's had some fascinating twists and turns in her rising career. 
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Dartmouth Leaders on Life and Leadership

Here are a few favorite observations about leadership gathered from alumni answering The Call to Lead.
David Benioff on a red carpet.

Game of Thrones Showrunner David Benioff ’92 Steps Up for Dartmouth’s Arts District

Game of Thrones showrunner David Benioff talks about his inspiration for giving to the Hopkins Center expansion.
Two alums flexing their muscles with their bikes at the top of Pikes Peak

Bagging Peaks to Build Mental Health Awareness

A new fundraiser, in memory of a 1988 classmate, surpasses $250,000 to support mental health resources at Dartmouth.
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Give a Rouse for Ben Vinson III ’92

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A Place to Gather: Honoring the Life and Legacy of Christopher “Dom” Colasanti ’90 

How Dartmouth alumni came together to raise funds for a beloved friend and classmate ahead of the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 World Trade Center attacks
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Dartmouth Alumni Working Behind the Scenes for Super Bowl LVI

A photo of a couple at graduation and then a photo of them today posing with their three children.

Big Green Love Stories: 2022 Edition

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a few Big Green Love Stories! We asked Dartmouth couples to share how they met, their favorite campus memories and what they are up to today.
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Big Green Love Stories: 2024 Edition

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a few Big Green Love Stories! We asked Dartmouth couples to share how they met, their favorite campus memories and what they are up to today.
A collage of couples with a green overlay reading Big Green Love.

Big Green Love Stories: 2023 Edition

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a few Big Green Love Stories! We asked Dartmouth couples to share how they met, their favorite campus memories and what they are up to today.
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Gratitude for Supporting Her Dreams

Sindhura Kodali ’08 directs a planned gift to Dartmouth “to make sure this institution endures”

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Brian Nickerson ’00 on Entrepreneurship, Dartmouth, & the Perfect Morning Routine

Brian Nickerson ’00 is Founder and CEO of MagicLinks, an LA-based startup that enables social commerce on video platforms. A baseball All-American, and a serial entrepreneur, Brian has been immersed in both retail and tech for 10+ years.
Edward Garrison Draper 1855

Give a Rouse for Edward Garrison Draper, Class of 1855

Give a Rouse for Edward Garrison Draper, Class of 1855, who the Maryland Bar will posthumously admit in October.
BADA 50th Reunion participants pose for a photo in front of Baker Library

BADA 50th Anniversary Celebration "A Triumph"

The atmosphere was one of fun, fellowship, and celebration as more than 300 alumni flooded campus for the Black Alumni of Dartmouth Association (BADA) 50th Anniversary.

Coeducation 50th Anniversary Weekend Highlights

Missed our on-campus weekend in November 2022? You can still celebrate by watching the most popular panels and events!
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In His Own Words: Jake Tapper on the Power of Financial Aid

The CNN anchor and Dartmouth trustee has produced four videos spotlighting how scholarships empower undergraduates to realize their full potential.
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50 for 50 Alumni Profile: Karen Schudson ’72

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50 for 50 Alumni Profile: Wanda Irving

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50 for 50 Alumni Profile: Geo Soctomah Neptune ’10

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50 for 50 Alumni Profile: Emily Mulvoy Kornegay '99

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Alumni Profile: Leslie Embs Bradford '77

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The 50 for 50 Storytelling Project

The 50 for 50 Storytelling Project podcast brings you several alumni from each milestone anniversary community to talk about their Dartmouth experience and careers. Host Jennifer Avellino ’89 interviews the alumni in this exciting podcast.
Norman E. "Sandy" McCulloch Jr. ’50, Carroll Brewster and John Sloan Dickey

A Lifetime of Extraordinary Service to Dartmouth and the Dickey Center

Ken Rothchild ’50 TU’51 and his son Ken Rothchild ’77

Two Generations Make a Planned Gift to Support Two Athletic Programs

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The Ballot Podcast

The Ballot, a Dartmouth Podcast

As we approach the 2024 election, revisit our 2020 podcast with expert Dartmouth insights into the last election and presidential transition

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