<p>Yes, I’m sending warm thoughts. Sunday night is going down to -21 degrees. Brrrr!</p>
<p>…yes, D called last night walking back from the library and said it was freezing. just sent her more/warmer gloves for Burton’s and Columbia, sent another package. She is from hot climate.</p>
<p>Trying to figure out when I will go up, since we won’t see each other for Spring break or some time, but not a fan of the cold. They have such demanding schedule, with 2 mid terms/finals w/in 10 weeks (not many free weekends).</p>
<p>It is freezing! I can attest to that, since I’m from California. But fun activities like Winter Carnival, hockey games, skiing at Dartmouth’s own skiway, etc. will make sure that we’re not feeling too down. A lot of news articles and pictures of events, activities that are going on at Dartmouth are posted on the website for The Dartmouth Daily Newspaper:</p>
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<p>…actually, my D is so busy with Chem, study groups, etc. she hasn’t had a chance to ski but would love to. I think some may have exams this coming week. Within the 10 weeks, I think they may one or 2 mid terms then finals, goes by quickly. But she loves it.
I think they provided more food/buffets at the dorm rooms for the weekends. D mentioned it was something new. Not sure if all the clusters are doing that but she likes it (I guess an alternative to the parties, etc.)</p>
<p>Checked in with Son, freezing temperatures. Still enjoying the ride though. He had a chance to ski for the first time last weekend before the big freeze. Had a blast. Dorm buddies went sledding at night somewhere on the golf course. Biggest complaint, tough workload this quarter, and renovations at the 1928 Commons has created long lines and crowds during peak hours.</p>
<p>…to you 2nd/3rd/4th years… how was the financial aid process for sophomore year? It sounds like they don’t respond/let the students know until mid summer. Curious your thoughts on the subject. If either to PM, that is fine. Have a great night all.</p>
<p>The Financial Aid process was smooth all four years for my daughter. You hear later in years 2-4 because the emphasis is on the freshman class. Unless your financial circumstances change you can expect similar (and I might say generous) results each year.</p>
<p>…curious MidwestDad, others. Do you know regarding the parent/student contribution, how much is from assets vs. income? Is the formula weighted more toward income? If you want to PM, that is fine.</p>
<p>Dartmouth Parents…this is the quietest time on postings. Maybe all (or some) working on those FAFSAs. I think some students are doing mid terms.</p>
<p>I guess this is a lucky year with a lot of snow. Had to go to North Face/Columbia, etc. and send D more gloves, etc. (from a warm climate), sent some via mail. D would love to go skiing but busy with classes, labs, internship. She is looking forward to the Winter Carnival. Have a great weekend.</p>
<p>With time, we are getting used to having our Son away and in school. So we are spending less time checking in on CC. If anything, we check the Dartmouth Class of 1966 webcam to see the weather. Son is adapting and really enjoying himself in spite of the heavy workload. We couldn’t be happier. I think he is going skiing this weekend. I never took him skiing as a kid. I am sure it would be fun to see him try this sport. He has so many friends at Dartmouth now he may never come home. Hope all of your kids are doing as well. I look forward to having the Class of '15 parents joining this thread now that the ED and Likely letters are out. Congrats and welcome aboard.</p>
<p>MyCollegeKid:</p>
<p>you can play around with the EFC calculator on D’s website and just enter in different amounts for income and assets. The general rule of thumb is that ~45% of every dollar increase in income goes towards the EFC, whereas only 5.6% of assets are applied to EFC. Thus if you received a $10k raise or $10k bonus, expect the EFC to increase ~$5k.</p>
<p>I also check the 1966 webcam to see the weather. I’m amazed at how quickly they get the snow off of the roads and sidewalks! It takes days and days to actually see the street when it snows around here. And many people don’t clear their sidewalks, so the walking gets worse and worse. I’ve heard something like if you clear your sidewalk and someone falls, you’re liable, but if you didn’t clear it in the first place, you’re not. Well in this day and age, people will sue you for anything so I don’t think it matters! Anyway, the campus looks beautiful in the snow. My daughter is also thoroughly enjoying college and is busy with friends. I talked to her yesterday for the first time in weeks. She called me which was nice for a change! Mostly we communicate through emails. Everyone keeps asking our younger daughter if she misses having her sister around. Frankly, I think she is enjoying being an only child! Have a good weekend.</p>
<p>…hey all, my D has been sick. Took awhile to be seen at Dick’s house and any of you have luck w/doctor in town?</p>
<p>Hope your student gets better in time for Winter Carnival tomorrow. My Son posted that he will be participating in the Polar Bear Swim(?) I am afraid to comment on that. I am looking forward to seeing the huge ice sculpture unveiled.</p>
<p>Magnum,</p>
<p>Your son is brave. Mine is a senior and he hasn’t done this yet so Friday is his last chance. It’s on one of the lists of “things you have to do before you leave Dartmouth.” There is a 20 foot long section of ice sawed out of Occum Pond for this event. The pond is not that deep but students have a rope tied to their wrist anyway so they can’t drift too far. </p>
<p>The sculpture is coming along- you can see students working on it tonight-it’s all lit up and there is a good view from the Hanover Inn webcam. . Every year I doubt it will be finished in time but somehow they pull it off.</p>
<p>I bet it’s going to be a fun, wild few days.</p>
<p>You gotta love the enthusiasm of these students. Just checked the 1966 webcam. Its 2:30 am and 16 degrees out there and there is a whole group of students working on the sculpture. I better research what happens to a warm blooded 19 year old when he hits the icy water. Hope he realizes that I am envious of those moments.</p>
<p>…I guess time for students to pick next quarters’ classes. D is having fun trying to figure out what to take/major in. There are alot of choices…just when not sure about a major, trying to study abroad, etc. makes it a little difficult. Did some second/third year parents have their students change/debate what to major in?
Have a great night!</p>
<p>…heading to Hanover for visit for the holiday weekend. Hope the weather is good, a little snow would be fine. Maybe I’ll get to visit the Pearce restaurant you all mentioned.</p>
<p>Jealous! Have fun!</p>
<p>and don’t forget to check out the winter carnival photos…</p>
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