This may look like a galaxy far, far away, but it’s actually a laser show on the Green as seen from the air. A statewide ban on outdoor fires forced the College to cancel the traditional Homecoming bonfire in October for the first time since the pandemic in 2020. This time, officials were ready with a backup. Members of the class of 2029 received light-up wristbands synchronized to the soundtrack, making them part of the colorful show. Read about more on the ways climate change is forcing Dartmouth to alter beloved traditions.
Published in the January-February 2026 Issue
