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Alex Campbell

Class of 2026
Me, holding up a Dartmouth 26 long sleeved t-shirt

About 

Howdy, y'all! I'm Alex, a queer and trans student from Tennessee. This year I'm involved with a lot: I'm serving as the Production Manager for the Dartmouth Rude Mechanicals, acting as Social Chair for Amarna, rushing Phi Tau, giving tours on campus, exploring the offerings of the Dartmouth Outing Club, joining Farm Club, getting more involved with the O-Farm and sustainability on campus, and generally enjoying my second year here at Dartmouth!

Academic Program 

English Major & Theater Major, ENVS Minor

Favorite Thing Right Now 

Studying At Still North Books & Bar

Hometown 

Nolensville, TN

Pronouns 

he/they

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Alex's D-Plan

What's a D-Plan?

    • FallOn Campus

      Favorite Class: ENGL 15: Shakespeare

      As a theater-kid-turned-English-major who already loved Shakespeare before taking this class, highlighting this as my favorite class of the term is a no-brainer. This class is completely accessible to anyone who is has never read Shakespeare while still being an engaging class for seasoned Shakespeare enthusiast. Class time is mostly devoted to discussion of the texts, and I feel like I came out of the class with a strengthened ability to analyze the themes present in Shakespeare's works as well as a better comprehension of the nuances of language used in the plays.

    • WinterOn campus

      Favorite Class: THEA 40: Technical Production

      Before this class, my experience on the technical side of theater was severely limited. I've been acting onstage for a decade, and even though I knew that productions would be impossible without what goes on behind the scenes, actually learning how to DO what goes on behind the scenes was another experience entirely. THEA 40 is an incredibly fun and informative class, and I can confidently say I have a much more comprehensive understanding of what it takes to make a show come together. And next term, I'll have to opportunity to apply my new knowledge and skills as Production Manager for the Rude Mechanicals, Dartmouth's student-run Shakespeare company! I can't wait!

    • SpringOn campus

      Favorite Class: THEA 10.29: Textual Analysis

      In this class we read stage plays through various lenses. These lenses comprised a general overview of the different readings of a play necessary in order to get it from script to stage: reading as actors, writers, directors, designers, dramaturgs, etc. I had an amazing time I feel my foundation of theater knowledge has been enhanced by what I learned in this class! I've been able to apply this knowledge as I continue to read and write plays in my spare time.

    • FallOn Campus

      Favorite Class: FILM 50.04: Video Games and the Meaning of Life

      I took this class to fulfill one of my distributive requirements, but it ended up being my favorite class this term. I found the readings fascinating, the lectures engaging, and the group work super enjoyable (we were assigned to stream video games a couple hours per week!). Despite the large class size (100+ students) the lectures remained engaging and the professor made sure to hold weekly office hours to get to know as many of the students as possible; he even brought donuts sometimes! Overall, if this class were a video game, I’d hit replay as soon as the credits rolled.

Feeling Crafty?

Collis Craft Nights are the most underrated events on campus. If you are looking for chill artsy Friday nights, these are the events for you.

  1. No. 1

    Orientation: Collis Kickoff Night

    String Art of the Dartmouth "D"

    During orientation week, the Collis Center hosted a “Collis Kickoff Night,” where they had everything: karaoke, bingo, live music, trivia, food, video games, even laser tag—but my favorite part of the night was making crafts! I made a String Art of the Dartmouth D, which is still in my dorm as decor! 

  2. No. 2

    Sweater Weather

    Selfie of me and a pillow shaped like a pumpkin

    In October, the Collis Student Center hosted “Sweater Weather” on the Collis Patio, with cider, donuts, live music, and crafts! I made this pumpkin-shaped pillow, which sat on my bed for the rest of fall term.

    Also: Collis Patio is one of my favorite places to study in the fall!

  3. No. 3

    Halloween

    The week before Halloween, the Collis Student Center hosted workshops for people to make their own costumes. The Student Center provided all materials and tools, had instructional workshops for different types of costumes, and even hosted a Halloween fashion show for people to show off their costumes!

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Posted 01/21/2023 at 9:00 AMAll List Posts

Spooky Season @ Dartmouth, Fall 2022: The Highlights Reel

Here's the highlights from my freshman Halloween experience!

  1. No. 1

    Bonfire & Homecoming Weekend

    2026 Homecoming Bonfire

    This year, Halloween fell on Homecoming weekend, which added to the delightful chaos of the weekend! There was no shortage of events related to either celebration, and it was fun to experience both at the same time!

  2. No. 2

    East Wheelock Halloween Party

    My house community hosted a Halloween party with pizza, drinks, candy, face painting, music, a photobooth, and a costume contest – which I won! I dressed as Wall-E and won a Still North gift card (Still North is a cute bookstore/coffee shop combo in Hanover. Both a great place to buy books and a great place to study!)



     

  3. No. 3

    Dartmouth Dining

    Free candy and Halloween decorations at Foco!

    Dartmouth Dining spared no expense decorating Foco, the main dining hall on campus, for the holiday! Plus, other sites like Collis Cafe gave out free candy! 

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Posted 11/4/2022 at 9:00 AMAll List Posts

Studying with a View: Fall Foliage Edition!

This post will show you my favorite spots to study that feature beautiful views of the fall foliage on campus!

  1. No. 1

    1. Collis Center Patio

    The view as I study on Collis patio -- I have my laptop, water bottle, pencil pouch, and a book out, and there's a beautiful tree in the background.

    This is my go-to study spot if I've got time to study after a meal at FoCo (aka Food Court, aka '53 Commons), because it’s right next door!

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    2. Top of the Hop

    View of the Green from the Top of the Hop

    When I have afternoon rehearsals at the Hopkins Center for the Arts, I’ll arrive a few hours early to get some studying done with this gorgeous view. "Top of the Hop" is the nickname for this upper level of the Hop.

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    3. The Tower Room

    View of the Green from Tower Library

    The Tower Room in Baker Library is a beautiful room by itself, but these windows make for an even more beautiful view!

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Posted 10/19/2022 at 9:00 AMAll List Posts

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