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  • A black banner with the words "Homecoming + Bonfire" written in bold gold print. In the corners of the photo are a flame, a hammer, a t-shirt sales stand and a football.

    Traditions: Homecoming & Bonfire

    My experiences and involvement with my first ever bonfire and Homecoming weekend.

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    Nuna Agbodza 2028
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    A Rainy Annual Bonfire!

    Curious about one of Dartmouth's oldest traditions? In this post, I write about my experience with the annual bonfire this year!

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    Brandon Mioduszewski 2025
  • My friends and I posing in front of the bonfire.

    Don't Touch the Fire!

    My first Homecoming Weekend experience, featuring the festivities that occurred within the week.

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    Arianna Dunkley 2027
  • Lily at Homecoming Bonfire, Baker Tower in the background Mostly Finished Bonfire Building Dartmouth Pumpkins with Bonfire Background

    Fall First Year Traditions

    Three celebrations geared to first-year students other than trips: Homecoming, Twilight Ceremony, and Matriculation.

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    Lily Johnson 2027
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    So Yeah, It's a Fire

    My first homecoming weekend at Dartmouth was one of the most memorable days so far. Read to learn how I spent that weekend!

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    Cal Shin 2027
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    Homecoming: Laying in Anticipation!

    As I find myself in my Junior Fall at this awesome school, I can't help but be in constant anticipation of Homecoming. Read on to hear more!

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    Luke Grayson '25
    Luke Grayson 2025
  • Pumpkins on the Dartmouth Green

    It Rains, It Pours

    Dartmouth knows how to have fun during homecoming weekend, even in 90%-chance-of-showers weather.

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    Liliana Ciraulo 2026
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    An Introduction to Dartmouth Traditions

    I'm officially a sophomore now, which means I've finally experienced all the big Dartmouth campus traditions. Find out what my first impressions of Homecoming, the Winter Carnival, and Green Key were!

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    Chelsea Mills 2026
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    Homecoming Weekend: A National Tradition with a Twist!

    My second Homecoming Weekend at Dartmouth!

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