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An aerial shot of a group of student-athletes gathered for a picture on the 50-yard line on the football field.

Spaht Family Foundation Endows Dartmouth Peak Performance (DP2) Leadership Role to Advance Student-Athlete Well-Being

A $5 million gift from the Spaht Family Foundation, led by Holden Spaht '96, P'29 and Claire Spaht P'29, will endow the position of Executive Associate Athletics Director for Dartmouth Peak Performance (DP2).

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A collage of images of couples with a heart graphic reading Dartmouth Lovie Stories

Big Green Love Stories: 2026 Edition

Celebrate Dartmouth couples who found love because of Dartmouth in this year's edition of Big Green Love Stories.
Susannah Heschel and Tarek El-Ariss

Professors Honored for Constructive Dialogue Leadership

Professors Susannah Heschel and Tarek El-Ariss earn the Rassias Award for guiding constructive campus dialogue and advancing lifelong learning for Dartmouth alumni.

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Dartmouth Rugby Football Club players posing for a team photo.

More Than a Team: Dartmouth Men’s Rugby Alumni Build a Lasting Legacy

“This endowment is transformational for Dartmouth Rugby. It gives our students stability, opportunity, and the ability to compete at the highest level year after year.”

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The Many Hats of Leadership: Rozalyn's Dartmouth Story

In this month's vlog, Rozalyn shares her journey from Columbus, Ohio to Hanover, where she’s balancing life on the pre-med track with a deep commitment to community.

A Dartmouth journey shaped by research, growth, and possibility

Tune in to this month’s student vlog to see how Oumie ’27 is turning early research opportunities, campus involvement, and new experiences into a path toward a future in medicine.

A Valentine from the Green 💚

Enjoy this month’s special DCF student-produced vlog featuring the Dartmouth Rockapellas singing "What You Don't Do" by Lianne La Havas.

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Leading with Purpose through the Nelson A. Rockefeller Center with Harper ’27

Tune in to this month’s student vlog to hear how Harper ’27 is taking advantage of all the Nelson A. Rockefeller Center for Public Policy at Dartmouth has to offer.

Finding Home in the Arts: Hermia ’26’s Dartmouth Journey

Tune in to this month’s student vlog to hear how Hermia ’26 is taking advantage of the reimagined Hop’s new spaces—and how they inspire her to work, study, perform, and find her artistic voice.

Inside Dartmouth: Roland ’27 on Faith, Football, and Friendship

In the October 2025 edition of the DCF student vlog, Roland ’27, shares how his experiences as a student-athlete and community leader have shaped his Dartmouth journey.

Tribal Leadership and Community Impact: Lexie ’26’s Dartmouth Journey

Tune in to this month’s student vlog to hear how Lexie ’26 supports tribal leaders through Dartmouth’s Tribal Leadership Academy and deepens her connection to Indigenous communities.

The Impact of Alumni Generosity

At Reunion, we asked alumni why they give to the DCF—their answers were personal, powerful, and full of Dartmouth pride.

Finding Home on the Water and Beyond: Will's Dartmouth Story

Tune in to this month’s student vlog to learn how Will ’27 navigates life on the water and in the classroom, and what makes Dartmouth feel like home.

The Dartmouth Experience: Sydney and Brooke's Stories

In this month's edition of our student-produced vlog, hear more about Sydney and Brooke's journeys and see what the Dartmouth Powwow means to the community.

The Dartmouth Experience: Julia and Max's Stories

In this month's edition of our student-produced vlog, hear Julia and Max share their stories about what makes Dartmouth special.

Well-Being at Dartmouth: Meet Armita and Jessica

In this month's edition of our student-produced vlog, hear from Armita and Jessica, well-being interns from the Student Wellness Center.
Four students smiling in Dartmouth gear

Profiles in Student Leadership

We asked four student leaders from the Class of 2025 to share what their Dartmouth experience has meant to them and the importance that financial aid has played in their lives. Here is what they told us.

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Celebrate Valentine's Day with Us: Your Support in Action

Enjoy this month’s special DCF student-produced vlog featuring the talented Dartmouth Aires singing "In My Life" by The Beatles!

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Meet Lauren ’25: On and Off the Ice at Dartmouth

In this month’s edition of our student-produced vlog, hear from Lauren who is finishing her senior year as a psychology major and member of the Dartmouth women’s ice hockey team and reflecting on four years of growth, connection, and unforgettable memories.

Meet Grace ’26: A Student Making a Difference

In this month’s edition of our student-produced vlog, get to know Grace, a Class of 2026 anthropology and education major from Oregon.

Gratitude: Dartmouth Students Share Their Stories

Welcome to the November 2024 edition of the Dartmouth College Fund's student-produced vlog!

Building Community as an International Student

Welcome to the July 2024 edition of the Dartmouth College Fund's student-produced vlog! This month's featured student is Privat, a ’26 from Burundi.

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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.

The Student Woodshop at Dartmouth

Welcome to the May 2024 edition of the Dartmouth College Fund's student-produced vlog! This month's featured student is Micah ’25, one of many students who have found community in the Dartmouth Woodshop.
Student working hard in the library

Why Financial Aid Matters So Much

Dartmouth spends more on each student than it charges in tuition. Financial aid gifts make the difference.

Exploring Linguistics in New Zealand

From immersive learning to unforgettable adventures, Lexie ’26, shares how her Foreign Study Program experience in New Zealand has transformed her understanding of linguistics and culture.

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A crowd of people in Spaulding Auditorium cheering for the elimination of loan announcement.

Dartmouth Eliminates Student Loans for Undergraduates