Dartmouth's Most Geographically Diverse Class Matriculates
2018
The Class of 2022 hails from 57 countries.
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Points of Pride
Two and a half centuries of Dartmouth achievements, turning points, contributions, and leadership
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The Hood Art Museum Opens
1985
Dartmouth’s collections are among the oldest and largest of any college or university in the country.
The Dickey Center for International Understanding Established
1982
The center provides funding and support for off-term internships and research as well as year-long post graduate fellowships around the world.
Thayer Professor and Student Invent the Synclavier
1975
The Synclavier, built by Thayer professor Sydney Alsonso and Cameron Jones ’75, Th’77, was the world’s first digital synthesizer.
First Year Trips Begin
1935
The Class of 2022 became the first class to end their trips with a stay at the newly rebuilt Moosilauke Ravine Lodge.
Sally Frechette Maynard Elected to the Board of Trustees
1979
"I could not speak for all women...I was speaking only for myself, but from the point of view as a woman."
Shonda Rhimes ’91 Delivers a Lesson-Packed Commencement Address
2014
"Dreams are lovely. But they are just dreams... But dreams do not come true just because you dream them. It's hard work that makes things happen."
Dartmouth College Case Decided By the U.S. Supreme Court
1819
"It is, Sir, as I have said, a small college. And yet, there are those who love it!"
Dartmouth and the Matariki Network of Universities
2010
The College is one of seven founding members of a global coalition of universities, each with a strong focus on undergraduate teaching and research.
Eric Fanning '90 Appointed Secretary of the Army
2016
Eric Fanning was the 22nd Secretary of the Army, appointed by President Obama.
Professor William W. Cook Comes to Dartmouth
1973
A much-revered professor of English and African-American studies, Cook taught at Dartmouth for over 30 years.
Lori Arviso Alvord ’79 Becomes First Navajo Surgeon
1994
"I visited Dartmouth thanks to the Native Fly-In Program, and was intrigued."