Richard W. Swenson ’55

Richard W. Swenson ’55 passed away in his home of Chatham, New Jersey on November 14, 2020. He is survived by his sister, Barbara. A native of Cedar Grove, New Jersey, Richard came to Dartmouth from Blumfield (New Jersey) High School. He majored in mathematics and was a member of the Dartmouth Air Society. After graduation Richard earned an M.B.A. from Fairleigh Dickinson University. He had a successful career with Bell Laboratories and was a supervisor for AT&T.


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Alumni Books
New titles from Dartmouth writers (July/August 2025)
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Inspiration in the Adirondacks
Artist Catherine Ross Haskins ’94 transforms an old grain mill into a vibrant arts hub.
Comeback Story

Alumni first returned to campus for official reunions in 1855.

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Katie Silberman ’09
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