George Perkins Marsh, Class of 1820, Publishes "Man and Nature"
1864
“Man is everywhere a disturbing agent.”
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Points of Pride
Two and a half centuries of Dartmouth achievements, turning points, contributions, and leadership
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Dartmouth Medical School Founded
1797
Named the Geisel School of Medicine in 2014, the medical school is the fourth-oldest in the United States.
The First Dartmouth Night
1895
During Dartmouth Night and Homecoming, alumni return to join students in a celebration that includes a colorful parade and a blazing bonfire.
José Clemente Orozco's First Visit to Dartmouth
1932
Orozco painted a fresco and set his sights on a larger canvas during his March 18-20, 1932 visit.
Eric Fanning '90 Appointed Secretary of the Army
2016
Eric Fanning was the 22nd Secretary of the Army, appointed by President Obama.
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.
The Graduation of Dartmouth's First Black Student
1828
Edward Mitchell matriculated after a student committee pressed the board of trustees to reverse their initial refusal of Mitchell's admission.
George Bissell, Class of 1845, Creates America's First Oil Company
1854
Bissell's vision of extracting oil from the ground was inspired by a return visit to his alma mater in 1853.
Jodi Archambault Gillette ‘91 Appointed White House Liaison
2009
In February 2009 Barack Obama named Gillette a deputy associate director of the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs.
Digital Arts Leadership and Innovation Lab (DALI) Created
2013
"Where students design & build mobile applications, websites, virtual & augmented reality, digital installations, and more."
Dartmouth's First Senior Society
1783
Started in 1783, The Society of Social Friends "Socials" maintained a student-funded and -managed library, circulating holdings to its members only.