Cool facts about Dartmouth College

Posted on Aug 16, 2025 / Travel

Dartmouth was originally founded to educate Native Americans as well as English youth.
The college is part of the Ivy League, an elite group of eight prestigious universities in the U.S.
Dartmouth has one of the oldest collegiate outing clubs, promoting outdoor adventure since 1909.
The Dartmouth Green, the central campus lawn, is a historic gathering place for students and events.
Famous alumni include Dr. Seuss (Theodor Geisel), Robert Frost, and Mindy Kaling.
The college has a strong tradition of undergraduate research opportunities and faculty mentorship.
Dartmouth’s mascot is “Keggy the Keg,” an unofficial and humorous symbol of student culture.
The Hood Museum of Art on campus houses over 65,000 works spanning global cultures and history.

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