Dartmouth College Invites Nominations for 2025 Commencement Speaker On September 11, 2024, Dartmouth College announced an exciting opportunity for its community to participate in the selection of the commencement speaker for the 2025 graduation ceremony, scheduled for June 15, 2025. President Sian Leah Beilock emphasized the importance of this process, inviting nominations from the graduating […]
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Art and Science Intersection: Heginbotham’s Dance on Climate Change
## Dance, Climate, and Fungi: A Unique Intersection at Dartmouth College (2024 USNews Ranking: 18) On September 12, 2024, Dartmouth College unveiled a remarkable dance performance titled “You Look Like a Fun Guy,” choreographed by resident artist John Heginbotham in collaboration with the Hopkins Center for the Arts. This innovative work seeks to explore the […]
Fordham University Welcomes Eden Richardson as New Assistant Coach for Women’s Tennis
The Rise of Volunteer Coaches in College Sports: A Case Study of Fordham University On September 9, 2024, Fordham University announced the appointment of Eden Richardson as the volunteer assistant coach for its women’s tennis team. Richardson, a former NCAA doubles champion from Louisiana State University, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the […]
The Active Role of Graduate Students in Campus Life and the Importance of Honesty
## The Complex Role of Honesty in Workplace Interactions: Insights from Gabriela Cuconato’s Research On September 10, 2024, Gabriela Cuconato, a fifth-year doctoral student from the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University (2024 USNews Ranking: 53) , presented her research at the campus event known as the “Spartan Showcase.” Cuconato’s work focuses […]
Northeastern University’s Diverse Freshman Class and Financial Aid Innovations in 2024
Northeastern University: A Model for Diversity and Financial Aid in Higher Education On September 12, 2024, Northeastern University (2024 USNews Ranking: 53) announced an impressive incoming class of 2,775 undergraduate students for the 2024-2025 academic year. This cohort represents a remarkable diversity, hailing from all 50 states and over 100 countries. The university’s commitment to […]
Penn State Extends Patrick Kraft’s Contract, A New Era in Sports Management
## Penn State University Extends Patrick Kraft’s Contract: A New Era for College Athletics On August 26, 2024, the Board of Trustees at Penn State University approved a contract extension for Patrick Kraft, the Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, effective until June 30, 2032. This unanimous decision, made by the Board’s Fairness and […]
Dartmouth College Appoints Kathryn Bezella as New Admissions Director
Kathryn Bezella’s Appointment and Its Implications for Dartmouth College Admissions On September 11, 2024, Dartmouth College announced the appointment of Kathryn Bezella as the new Dean of Undergraduate Admissions, effective October 1. Bezella, who previously held various leadership roles at the University of Pennsylvania (2024 USNews Ranking: 6) , brings a wealth of experience to […]
Pico Iyer Returns to Dartmouth College for a Three-Week Residency
## Pico Iyer’s Return to Dartmouth College: A Cultural and Intellectual Enrichment Pico Iyer, the renowned writer and essayist, is set to return to Dartmouth College as a Montgomery Fellow on September 23, 2024, for a three-week residency. Having previously held this position in the fall of 2022, Iyer’s work has consistently focused on the […]
Dartmouth College Welcomes the Class of 2028 to New Beginnings
Dartmouth College Welcomes the Class of 2028: A New Chapter Begins On September 5, 2024, Dartmouth College held a vibrant ceremony to welcome the Class of 2028, marking a significant milestone in the lives of approximately 3,000 incoming students and their families. Under the warm sun, the college’s president, Sian Leah Beilock, along with other […]
Antarctic Ice Sheet Research: Deep Learning to Tackle Climate Change Challenges
The Intersection of Climate Research and Higher Education: A Spotlight on Recent Achievements In a world increasingly affected by climate change, the role of academic institutions in advancing our understanding of environmental issues has never been more critical. Recent achievements by graduate students at U.S. universities highlight the significant contributions that emerging scholars are making […]
