In the beginning—whether it’s the first day of kindergarten or the first day of college—there is most definitely a bit of anxiety and enthusiasm in the air.
As I write this column at the very end of a tumultuous 2020, I find it’s not always easy to have hope in your heart. But I believe we all try to have hope and peace in the future. Spirits can be lifted in so many ways.
I received a list from the alumni relations office of the remaining active members of the class of ’38. It breaks my heart to say that we are down to the “Fabulous Five”: Eric W. Davidson, M.D., Louis M.
Once upon a time, in the year 1933, a young traveler found his way to the Kingdom of Hanover in New Hampshire—he was coming for a short visit, a minimum of four years.
As I write this column, we are days away from St. Patrick’s Day—a day for the wearing of the green. I wonder which came first in this historical tradition: St.
I truly was born in the wrong era—I would have given anything to live in simpler times; but, who knows, to those living at that time, perhaps they were not as simple as they appear.
One of the memories I have taken from the many mini-reunions I have attended is the talk of Winter Carnival, which has had no comparison in the past 25 to 30 years. The following letter is from a ’38 freshman.
The beginning of another fall in Hanover and the kingdom known as Dartmouth College. The class of 2023 is about to start on their incredible journey lasting four years—how wonderful for them. Let’s hope they enjoy every moment of it.
As I write this in April, I can remember the hectic days at Dartmouth getting things ready for Commencement, reunions, and all the effort—started months ago—that goes into making all events successful, enjoyable, and, of course, the best ever!
“Dear Mom and Dad, I guess this is the dead season of the year—rainy weather and no hour exams to make life worth living. The ice is still holding on in patches as a sort of reminder that this once was the winter season.
Happy new year 2019! I have no news to offer about this amazing class. However, I have received mail from members from other classes, for which I say thank you for your very kind words relating to past columns.