At Dartmouth, we observe a handful of high holy days. These include the Thursdays before big weekends, the night of the Homecoming bonfire, M@sters, and every day of both Green Key (which should last at least five days if you’re doing it right) and sophomore Summer. Some of these sacred moments are several hours long; some are several weeks. However many of these days you choose to celebrate, it’s time to add one more to your list – Sundress Day.
Sundress Day is beloved by boys and girls (and possibly some pervy townies and through-hikers) alike. According to UrbanDictionary.com, the source of all my knowledge, Sundress Day is officially defined as “the first day that the weather warms up, when suddenly women appear everywhere in light, revealing summer dresses. Usually in early spring in the Northern Hemisphere. A day greatly anticipated by people who wear dresses and those who gawk at them.”… Read more »
The Theater Department announces this week’s YOUR SPACE production in the Bentley Theater: Charles Mee’s AGAMEMNON 2.0 (A post-modern re-telling of Aeschylus’ Agamemnon) Directed by Susan Hakes ’12 Cast includes: Anjelo Austria ’12 Charlyn Brea ’12 Gabriel Dorfsman-Hopkins ’13 Eli Howey ’15 Roger Lott ’14 Simone Smith ’15 Lizzy Southwell ’15 Michael Vestergaard ’15 Margot Yecies ’15 FRIDAY @ 5:30 PM and SUNDAY @ 5 PM Bentley Theater FREE ADMISSION! For more info: click here **Today’s weather:** Sun and clouds mixed. High 33F. Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph. **News** While Dartmouth’s Greek system has come under fire for allegations of fraternity hazing and subsequent administrative inaction, the College’s peer institutions maintain comparable anti-hazing regulations and procedures for dealing with violations, although a higher percent of eligible Dartmouth students are affiliated with a Greek organization than at similar colleges and universities. Yale University released its first sexual misconduct report Tuesday, describing sexual harassment complaints that have been made on campus from July 1 to Dec. 31, 2011 and how these situations have been handled, The New York Times reported on Wednesday. Eight law firms, located in Chicago, New York and San Francisco, have filed 12 new lawsuits on behalf of students against law schools… Read more »
Today’s weather: A mix of clouds and sun. High 33F. Winds E at 5 to 10 mph. News In an expected result, former Gov. Mitt Romney, R-Mass., won the New Hampshire Republican primary on Tuesday with roughly 39 percent of the vote. Although media attention has been primarily on Tuesday’s Republican primary, Upper Valley Democrats are already working to motivate voters to turn out in support of United States President Barack Obama in the upcoming general election in November. Fred Karger, the first Jewish Republican presidential candidate, spoke with students in The Roth Center for Jewish Life about his presidential campaign, the importance of young voters and the issues facing the Republican Party in this election on Tuesday night. Menus: Courtyard Cafe Lunch: Ham Breakfast with Hashbrowns Dinner: Spaghetti and Meatballs with Garlic Bread All meal plan equivalency swipes come with a choice of juice, fountain drink, coffee, tea or 8 oz carton of milk. Collis Cafe Soups: Split Pea & Barley Chicken; Mushroom & Wild Rice Lunch Entree: Chicken Florentine with Sliced Potatoes Novack Cafe: Specialty Wrap of the Day: Mozzarella and Tomato Soup of the Day: 3 Bean Chili (Vegetarian); Chicken Vegetable Available Daily: Hot & Cold Beverages, Soups, Stews, Chili or… Read more »
<=”" img=”"> Jennifer Davidson / The Dartmouth Today’s weather: On and off snow showers this morning. Peeks of sunshine later. High 37F. SSW winds shifting to WNW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of snow 30%. News Due to the onset of Hanover’s harsh winter, Occupy Dartmouth dismantled its encampment outside of the Collis Center on Saturday, after which its members marched their tent around campus. As the house lights faded and the bass was cranked up, Swedish DJ-producer Avicii took to the stage in the Class of 1953 Commons last night. Despite a projected win by former Gov. Mitt Romney, R-Mass. in today’s New Hampshire Republican primary, the race for second place is far from decided, according to government professors interviewed by The Dartmouth. Menus: Courtyard Cafe Lunch: Gyro Sandwich Dinner: General Tso’s Chicken Late Night: Chicken Wings All meal plan equivalency swipes come with a choice of juice, fountain drink, coffee, tea or 8 oz carton of milk. Collis Cafe Soups: Lentil Oat; White Bean and Arborio Lunch Entree: Chickpea & Date Tangine Novack Cafe: Specialty Wrap of the Day: Chicken Caesar Soup of the Day: Vegetable (V) Available Daily: Hot & Cold Beverages, Soups, Stews, Chili or Chowder, Ready Made… Read more »
Today’s weather: Cloudy skies early, followed by partial clearing. High 33F. Winds SSE at 5 to 10 mph. Menus: Courtyard Cafe Lunch: Chicken Monday! Fried Chicken and Mashed Potatoes Dinner: Roasted Chicken with Potatoes and Veggies All meal plan equivalency swipes come with a choice of juice, fountain drink, coffee, tea or 8 oz carton of milk. Collis Cafe Soups: Egyptian Chicken Soup; Turkey Noodle Soup Lunch Entree: Chef’s Choice Novack Cafe: Available Daily: Hot & Cold Beverages, Soups, Stews, Chili or Chowder, Ready Made Sandwiches & Wraps, Delicious Baked Goods, Assorted Snacks ’53 Commons 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 1953 Nutritional and Ingredient Information available here. Ma Thayer’s Breakfast: Scrambled Eggs; Hash Brown patties; Breakfast Sandwiches; banana pancakes Lunch: Chicken Monday! (Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy) Corn, Garlic Soba Noodles; Beef Sukiyaki; Linguine with Marinara Dinner: Horseradish Encrusted Cod; Brown Rice; Southwestern Style Turkey Breast; Roasted Winter Veggies; Linguine with Marinara Herbivore Lunch: Garden Burger; Butternut Squash with Onions and Apricots; Fettuccine; Roasted Chestnuts with Brussels Sprouts; Steamed Farro Dinner: Carrot and Cilantro Fritters; Brown Rice Pilaf; Farrow and Winter Squash; Garden Burgers Pavilion Grilled Chicken; Brown Rice; Challah; Veggies & Cookies The Hearth: Pizza Cheese;… Read more »
Today’s weather: Intermittent snow showers, especially early. High 34F. Winds SE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of snow 60%. About one inch of snow expected. News: Senior Vice President of Advancement Carrie Pelzel will retire on June 30 after 15 years at the College, President Jim Yong Kim announced in an email to College faculty and administrators Wednesday. With the New Hampshire primary four days away, campus, state and national political groups are looking to energize an interested but uncertain student body. The SmartChoice Recovery Foundation, created during winter break by Julian Sarkar ’13, has begun soliciting support for its initiatives to help students who believe they have been adversely affected by the new SmartChoice meal plan and what Sarkar sees as the College administration’s “serial dishonesty,” he said. Following collaboration between students and alumni, the College formally re-recognized Zeta Psi fraternity on Nov. 22, 2011, ending the organization’s colony status, Greek Letter Organizations and Societies Director Wes Schaub said. Deep brain stimulation may prove a viable treatment option for patients with treatment-resistant depression, according to a study co-authored by Paul Holtzheimer, a psychiatrist at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. A research consortium led by engineering professor Margaret Ackerman has received an $8 million-grant from Partners Health Care… Read more »