In Google, search for “davidson college loan,” and you will find various articles having to do with Davidson College in Davidson, N.C., dropping the loan component from its financial aid packages on March 19. This is historic. Although Harvard, Princeton and Yale have already committed to doing away with the onerous loan requirement for needy students, for Davidson College, a small liberal arts college, to do this is remarkable and telling. More »
A quick glance at yesterday’s cover of The Dartmouth shows two East Wheelock students embraced in a heartfelt, tear-jerking reunion. This Hallmark moment, beautifully captured by Alicia Modeen ‘08 (35mm, Alicia?) offers students a glimpse at the plethora of benefits that vacations provide. While college life has its many perks and social advantages, temporary deprivation of those things can make for a joyful return. While life at home may seem uninspiring and downright boring to some, boredom itself is often discouraged by social pressures. More »
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