Winter 2008 Newsletter

Dartmouth Traditions: Winter Carnival

Students no longer race on snowshoes around the Green, but in its 98th year, Darmouth's annual winter celebration still offers some old traditions—and some new fun.

New Traditions: The Polar Bear Swim

Snow on the ground and Arctic temperatures: sounds like a great day to jump into Occom Pond!

Skiing Anyone? Dartmouth's Own Skiway

Only a handful of colleges can boast their own ski area. Home to the ski team, Dartmouth's Skiway has trained Olympians—and is a perfect place for students and community members (and parents!) to grab a few runs.

Meet the New Dean of the College

This January, Tom Crady took over as the new dean of the College. Learn more about the man who administers Dartmouth's out-of-the-classroom experience.

Fighting Skiers: Dartmouth Men of the 10th Mountain Division

During World War II, 107 Dartmouth undergraduates and alumni served in the 10th Mountain Division. Read some of their stories.

A Dartmouth Family: "We Became Convinced"

Erna and Bob Place describe how their children, Camden '07 and Chelsea '10, convinced them about Dartmouth—and how two very different students have made the most of their Dartmouth experience.