It’s your turn, ’23s and ’24s!
Fall Family Weekend 2021
Friday, October 22–Sunday, October 24
Events begin at 11 a.m. Friday and end Sunday morning.
Dear Families,
Welcome to Dartmouth’s special “Fall Family Weekend...It’s your turn ’23s and ’24s.” We are so excited that you are here to share the Dartmouth experience with your student and fellow families. We invite you to connect with each other, explore the campus and Upper Valley, and take advantage of the variety of programming offered just for you throughout the weekend.
Enjoy embarking on your own Dartmouth journey this weekend and connecting with other Dartmouth families!
Please note: Your name tag and lanyard must be worn throughout the weekend—it’s your “entry ticket” for tours, sessions, meals, the welcome reception, and social gatherings.
Please help us keep Dartmouth safe and open to in-person classes and activities by following careful pandemic protocols. Remember that anyone visiting the Dartmouth campus must follow the visitor policy; and even those who are vaccinated and not symptomatic, not in isolation, and not in quarantine will have some limited access to campus facilities. Visitors must also follow the face covering policy, which requires masks indoors. Thank you for your cooperation. Learn more at dartgo.org/hop-covid-policies.
Schedule of Events
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 22
| 10:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. | Check-in and Welcome Center Tent, Alumni Gym lawn east Check in and pick up your name tag, welcome bag, and materials for the weekend, including the full schedule of events, campus map, and some Dartmouth swag. Also, sign up for special tours on a first-come, first-served basis. |
Tours of Dartmouth
11:30 a.m.–1:15 p.m.
Sign up at Alumni Gym Lawn East Tent
| Choose a time slot: 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m. 12:30 p.m.–1:15 p.m. |
General Campus Tours Meet in front of Robinson Hall A current Dartmouth tour guide will lead you around our beautiful campus on an in-person, outdoor-only tour. |
| Choose a time slot: 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m. 12:30 p.m.–1:15 p.m. |
Dartmouth History and Traditions with the Hill Winds Society Meet in front of Blunt Alumni Center Stroll around the Green as members of the Hill Winds Society, Dartmouth’s student-alumni association, reveal insights about Dartmouth’s 250+ year history and the College’s many traditions. |
| Choose a time slot: 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m. 12:30 p.m.–1:15 p.m. |
The Orozco Murals Meet in front of Baker-Berry Library Take a tour with a docent from the Hood Museum of Art of José Clemente Orozco’s extraordinary mural cycle, The Epic of American Civilization (1932-34). The 24 panels comprising the mural cover nearly 3,200 square feet of wall space. One of Orozco's finest creations and one of Dartmouth’s most treasured works, the mural was designated a national historic landmark in 2013. |
| Choose a time slot: 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m. 12:30 p.m.–1:15 p.m. |
Special Collections Library Tour Meet in front of Rauner Special Collections Library Explore what's so “special” about Dartmouth’s special collections library. You will be treated to illuminated manuscripts, early editions of major authors, Shakespeare’s First Folio from 1623, fascinating modern manuscripts, and gems from the College archives. |
| Stop by anytime between 11:30 a.m.–1:15 p.m. |
Dartmouth Engineering: Mini Open House Thayer School of Engineering, GlycoFi Atrium in MacLean Engineering Sciences Center Immerse yourself in human-centered engineering education and innovation. Visit our maker space and experience hands-on learning as you make a souvenir, meet with faculty, check out project labs, and participate in student-led tours. Also, learn about our exciting new Center for Engineering and Computer Science which will be opening in January 2022. Don’t miss out on seeing one of the most innovative places on campus! |
| Stop by anytime between 12:00 p.m.–1:45 p.m. |
Book Arts Workshop Open House Baker-Berry Library lower level Come and explore the printing and bookbinding workshop under Baker-Berry Library! Try your hand at running a letterpress and learn more about methods of making books and other printed materials. Leave with a printed souvenir. |
| 12:00 p.m.–1:45 p.m. |
Open House “Expo” with Campus Partners Magnuson Center for Entrepreneurship Nelson A. Rockefeller Center for Public Policy and the Social Sciences Arthur L. Irving Institute for Energy and Society Tuck Business Bridge Program and TuckLAB Program Athletics and Recreation Undergraduate Deans Student Life Dining Services House Communities Student Wellness Center Upper Valley Business Alliance |
Concurrent Sessions
2:00 p.m.–2:45 p.m.
Please choose one of the sessions to attend.
| Going Global: Study Away Opportunities Alumni Hall, located on the 2nd floor of the Hopkins Center for the Arts Learn more about Dartmouth’s many credit-bearing, off-campus study opportunities offered by the Frank J. Guarini Institute for International Education. The Institute’s off-campus programs are designed to provide safe, rigorous learning experiences that promote disciplinary and interdisciplinary scholarship, foreign language acquisition, and intercultural agility in diverse global locations and cultural contexts. The goal is to prepare students for a lifetime of learning and ethical civil engagement through transformative global academic experiences. Presenters: Megan Wood, Assistant Director, Frank J. Guarini Institute for International Education Francine A’Ness, Associate Director, Frank J. Guarini Institute for International Education |
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| Special Faculty Lecture: Dr. Michele Tine, Associate Professor of Sociology Carpenter 013, Herb West Lecture Hall Is education a great equalizer in American society? Many consider education to be a great equalizer in American society, providing children from impoverished areas the opportunity to succeed. Yet, the K-12 income achievement gap is the widest it has been in fifty years. Why? How? This lecture will unpack a handful of issues that drive the income K-12 achievement gap but are rarely discussed. Join us to open your eyes to the complexities that exist in our public education system and to consider potential solutions. |
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| Center for Professional Development Tent, Wheeler Hall lawn The Center for Professional Development supports all Dartmouth undergraduates in exploring career interests, identifying strengths and opportunities, applying for jobs and internships, preparing for interviews, and learning about the professional world. We work collaboratively with employers, alumni, faculty, parents, and other colleagues, all of whom help educate students about the ever-changing world of work. We provide a range of services to Dartmouth students, including individual and group career coaching, self-assessment tools, employer events, and other resources that complement personal and academic growth. From job shadow experiences, fireside chats, and networking strategies to career fairs, targeted internship/job resources, and interviews, our efforts are designed to support students throughout each phase of their career development. Presenters: Monica Wilson, Director Eric Eisendrath, Career Coach Franzi Gibbs, Career Coach |
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Student Life and Leadership
Tent, Hitchcock Hall lawn
Positive, inclusive opportunities that support student leadership and community building are the hallmarks of the Office of Student Life at Dartmouth. In this panel, student leaders from a variety of Student Life offices (including the Center for Social Impact, Collis Student Center, Outdoor Programs, and Student Involvement) will share how their involvements have complemented and shaped their Dartmouth experience. Learn how students find co-curricular opportunities, develop critical leadership skills, and contribute to shaping and growing our vibrant campus community.
Presenters:
Student Panelists from Student Life
Moderator: Anna Hall, Senior Assistant Dean for Student Life
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Concurrent Sessions
3:15 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Please choose one of the sessions to attend.
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Special Faculty Lecture:
Dr. Douglas W. Van Citters, Associate Professor and Chair of Engineering Tent, Wheeler Hall lawn Building Success from Failure: A Dartmouth Approach to Artificial Joint Research Behind an unassuming door on the ground floor of the Thayer School of Engineering is one of the world’s largest collections of failed artificial joints. In operation since the early 1970’s, Dartmouth’s orthopedic research laboratory has been engaged in device design, biomaterials development, and biomechanics analysis in support of improving the quality of life for millions of patients. The engineering process taught in Dartmouth’s courses is used to solve problems throughout the musculoskeletal world, and hundreds of undergraduates have played a crucial part in analyzing the 20,000-device collection. This lecture will focus on our ability to adapt to a changing landscape of patients, implants, and failure modes, and will look to the future of “success analysis.”
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Health and Wellness Presenters:
Caitlin Barthelmes, Director, Student Wellness Center Heather Earle, Director, Counseling Center
Mark Reed, Director, Dartmouth College Health Service
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| Center for Social Impact Carpenter 013, Herb West Lecture Hall Dartmouth’s Center for Social Impact prepares students to be transformative leaders and changemakers for the common good. The Center sponsors community-based experiential learning opportunities including academic courses, internships and fellowships, the chance to partner with local organizations, immersion trips around the country and the world, leadership training, mentorship, and more. The goal is to prepare students for a lifetime of learning and ethical community engagement. Presenters: Tracy Dustin-Eichler, Director
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Undergraduate Research Overview
Alumni Hall, located on the 2nd floor of the Hopkins Center for the Arts
The office of Undergraduate Advising & Research offers a wide variety of programs for students to engage in research with faculty mentors in Arts & Sciences as well as at the Thayer School of Engineering, the Geisel School of Medicine, and the Tuck School of Business. This session will include an overview of undergraduate research programs and opportunities, as well as a panel of students engaged in research across a variety of academic disciplines.
Presenters:
Margaret Funnell, Director of Undergraduate Advising & Research and Assistant Dean of Faculty for Undergraduate Research
Student Panelists
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4:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
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Family Welcome Reception
Tent, Wheeler Hall lawn
Enjoy light appetizers and apple cider, hear welcoming remarks at 4:15pm by Interim Provost and fellow parent David Kotz ’86 P’19,’22,’24; followed by entertainment by one of Dartmouth’s a cappella groups, the Dodecaphonics.
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Dinner on your own with family and friends
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6:00 p.m. |
Varsity Athletic Events
Men’s Football vs. Columbia, Memorial Field Women’s Ice Hockey vs. Harvard, Thompson Arena |
8:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. |
After-Hours Informal Social Time
Tent, Alumni Gym lawn west Enjoy making your own s’mores sweet treat and spending time with fellow families. |
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23
| 7:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | Check-in and Welcome Center Tent, Alumni Gym lawn east Check in and pick up your name tag, welcome bag, and materials for the weekend, including the full schedule of events, campus map, and some Dartmouth swag. |
| 7:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m. | Continental Breakfast Tent, Alumni Gym lawn west |
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Varsity Athletic Events 11:00 a.m. Women’s Rugby vs. Harvard, Corey Ford Rugby Clubhouse 12:00 p.m. Women’s Field Hockey vs. Columbia, Chase AstroTurf Field 3:00 p.m. Women’s Soccer vs. Columbia, Burnham Field 7:00 p.m. Men’s Soccer vs. Columbia, Burnham Field **Sailing Races and Equestrian Showcase: check dartrmouthsports.com for time and location. |
| 9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m. |
Building Community Phillip J. Hanlon ’77, President, Dartmouth College
Elizabeth Smith, Dean of the Faculty of Arts & Sciences
Scott Brown, Interim Dean of the College
Caroline Kerr ’05, moderator, Dartmouth College Board of Trustees
Attendees of this session will be asked to follow the Hop’s policy which requires all members of the public attending an event to wear masks and be fully vaccinated, or have a negative result of a recent COVID test, or be a current Dartmouth student or employee. To review documents required, please review dartgo.org/hop-covid-policies. The session will be live in Spaulding Auditorium, as well as livestreamed.
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Concurrent Sessions
11:00 a.m.–11:45 a.m.
Please choose one of the sessions to attend.
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Special Faculty Lecture:
Dr. Jeremy DeSilva, Associate Professor of Anthropology Filene Auditorium, Moore Hall Short Talks on Big Ideas, “The Evolution of Upright Walking” Learn more about Associate Professor Jeremy DeSilva’s fascinating research on the origins of upright walking through the fossil record, and its effects on the human experience. We will watch a wonderful and informative video, followed by a Q&A with Professor DeSilva. |
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Special Faculty Lecture:
Dr. Matthew F. Delmont, Sherman Fairchild Distinguished Professor of History and Frank J. Guarini Associate Dean of International Studies and Interdisciplinary Programs Oopik Auditorium, Class of 1978 Life Sciences Center
Half American: The Epic Story of Black Americans Fighting World War II at Home and Abroad
For Black Americans, World War II was not only about America’s standing in the world but also how much actual freedom would exist in the United States. Black troops were at Normandy, Iwo Jima, and the Battle of the Bulge. They fought bravely in combat and they formed the backbone of the United States military’s supply effort, enabling the Allies to fight and win a global war. They did all of this while fighting in a segregated military. Black veterans returned from the war and kept fighting white supremacy at home, fueling the civil rights movement. World War II raised questions regarding race and democracy that remain unanswered more than seventy years later. This is an inspiring history of bravery and patriotism in the face of unfathomable racism.
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| Dartmouth Athletics and Recreation Silsby Hall, Room 028 Dartmouth Athletics provides a wide variety of athletic opportunities that meet the talents, interests, and needs of a broad range of individuals. The spectrum of programs and activities available include recreation, physical education, intramural and club sports, and a broad array of competitive varsity athletic teams. Learn about the current state of affairs in athletics and hear about the bright future ahead.
Presenter:
Peter J. Roby ’79, Interim Director of Athletics and Recreation
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Health and Wellness
Tent, Hitchcock Hall lawn
The College Health Service and Student Wellness Center strive to support the personal wellness of our community, providing an essential foundation for both academic and lifelong success. Learn more about common student health and wellness needs, services, and resources available for students. The panelists will share an overview, followed by a Q&A session.
Presenters:
Caitlin Barthelmes, Director, Student Wellness Center
Heather Earle, Director, Counseling Center
Mark Reed, Director, Dartmouth College Health Service
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12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
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Family Weekend Cookout
Tent, Lord Hall lawn
We will stagger seating times for the meals based on last name. All are welcome to gather and enjoy a New England barbeque while relaxing and connecting with each other. Dust off your dancing shoes, too. Dartmouth Trips leaders will give an on-the-spot class to teach you the Salty Dog Rag.
Seating times by last name
A-F: 12:00 p.m.
G-N: 12:30 p.m.
O-Z: 1:00 p.m.
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2:30 p.m.–3:15 p.m. |
Class of 2023: What to Expect Next
Filene Auditorium, Moore Hall
Make the most of the next two years at Dartmouth. Hear from the undergraduate deans what the ’23s can expect in their academic and co-curricular lives as they continue their journeys. Get some advice about how to best support your student as they navigate their options. Deans and students will share insights on many topics such as internships, discovering a thesis topic, narrowing post-college plans, adding a minor or modifying a major, taking on leadership roles in organizations, study abroad, and more.
Presenters:
Undergraduate Deans
Student Panelists
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2:30 p.m.–3:15 p.m. |
Class of 2024: What to Expect Next
Oopik Auditorium, Class of 1978 Life Sciences Center
So much to learn and explore at Dartmouth! Hear from the undergraduate deans what the ’24s can expect in their academic and co-curricular lives as they continue their journeys. Get some advice about how to best support your student as they navigate the many options, such as declaring a major, participating in the Greek life rush process, study abroad, planning for sophomore summer, applying for internships, and working with faculty mentors. For the ’24s, this year is about creating community and finding a niche.
Presenters:
Undergraduate Deans
Student Panelists
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| 3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. |
Social time and Cornhole Tournament
Tent, Alumni Gym lawn west Enjoy refreshments and conversation and get ready to play, or cheer on team members, at the ’23 vs. ’24 cornhole tournament! |
| Dinner on your own with family and friends | |
8:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. |
Informal Social Gathering
Tent, Alumni Gym lawn west
A place for families to connect with each other |
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24
| 7:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. | Continental Breakfast Tent, Alumni Gym lawn west |
| 8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m. |
Family Run/Walk
Meet at the Alumni Gym lawn east tent and you’ll be directed to Memorial Field Before or after breakfast, meet up with other family members to run/walk around the 400-meter track at the Memorial Stadium field.
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*Schedule and offerings subject to change
Please help us keep Dartmouth safe and open to in-person classes and activities by following careful pandemic protocols. Remember that anyone visiting the Dartmouth campus must follow the visitor policy; and even those who are vaccinated and not symptomatic, not in isolation, and not in quarantine will have some limited access to campus facilities. Visitors must also follow the face covering policy, which requires masks indoors. Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to seeing you at Fall Family Weekend.
Have questions?
For more information, contact Kay Reynolds, Associate Director, Family Relations and Engagement at dartmouth.families@dartmouth.edu