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Emilie Raymer Named Permanent Dunster House Resident Dean After Predecessor’s Abrupt Removal
Emilie Raymer will serve as Dunster House’s next permanent Allston Burr Resident Dean, months after the House’s former resident dean was abruptly removed from the post following scrutiny over years-old social media posts.
A Part of the Herd: Dunster’s Growing Intramurals Culture
While Dunster’s dining hall hosts varsity athletes for pregame meals and late-night hours throughout the week, the house boasts an athletic community of its own. The Moose roster is not limited to just the likes of NFL legend Ryan “Fitzmagic” Fitzpatrick ’05 and former Crimson football stud-turned-movie-star Tommy Lee Jones ’69, but to all of its residents.
Dunster IM Broomball Team
The Dunster intramural broomball team celebrates following a match.
Dunster House Resident Dean Gregory Davis Removed After Resurfaced Social Media Posts
Gregory K. Davis was removed from his post as Dunster House resident dean effective immediately, according to a message circulated to House affiliates Monday morning.
Dunster Resident Dean Addresses Backlash Over Social Media Posts Blasting Trump, Police
Dunster House resident dean Gregory K. Davis reaffirmed his commitment to maintaining a welcoming space for all students in an email sent to House affiliates on Wednesday after years-old comments he made on social media resurfaced, sparking calls for his resignation.
Lights Back On After Manhole Incident Knocks Out Power to Harvard’s River Houses
Students were left without power for several hours on Thursday morning after a power outage — caused by an “underground electrical incident” that injured a contractor — hit several University buildings near the river.
‘Incredibly Surreal’: Harvard College Seniors Receive Diplomas at House Ceremonies After Turbulent Spring
After morning Commencement proceedings in Tercentenary Theatre concluded, graduating seniors made their way back to their residential Houses for the last time to receive their diplomas at House ceremonies.
Revenue and Revelry: How House Committees Spend on Student Entertainment
With different budgets, revenue streams, and degrees of extravagance, resident satisfaction with House social calendars varies across the River and Quad. The Crimson spoke with HoCo chairs from all 12 upperclassmen Houses about how they prioritize spending to bring House traditions to life.
Ryan Murdock ’25 Remembered as Dedicated Advocate and Caring Friend
Ryan H. Murdock ’25, a senior in Dunster House remembered for his sense of humor and passion for environmental justice, died on Oct. 18 after a brief illness. He was 21.
13-Hour Power Shutdown Leaves Dunster House Students in the Dark
During a 13-hour power outage on Friday, students in the overflow housing for Dunster House studied using flashlights, plugged appliances into hallway outlets, and flocked to nearby dining halls and libraries.
Dunster House Faculty Deans to Step Down at End of Academic Year
Dunster House Faculty Deans Cheryl Chen and Sean D. Kelly will step down at the end of the 2024-25 academic year, the deans announced in an email to House affiliates on Tuesday.
Mike on a Bike: Dunster Resident Dean Michael Uy Bikes from California to Harvard in 42 Days
Dunster House Resident Dean Michael Uy arrived at the upperclassman house on his bike “Dragon” Saturday — after completing a 42-day, 13-state, cross-country cycling trip.
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Michael Uy biked for 42 days across the country, beginning in California on August 19th and finishing at Dunster House on October 1st.
Two Harvard Students Named 2022 Truman Scholars
Two Harvard College students were awarded the Truman scholarship — an honor recognizing leadership, commitment to a career in public service, and academic excellence — according to a press release from last week.
Dunster House
Do you miss John from Annenberg already? Then you better pray that the Housing Gods put in his new house — Dunster! If you end up in Dunster, you can boast about your room’s unobstructed view of the Charles and dominance in intramurals over a meal in the beautiful dining hall, while making your engineering friends jealous that you don’t need a shuttle to get to the SEC.
Friends Recall Memories of Sandip Nirmel During Memorial Gathering
Dozens of Harvard students and administrators gathered to remember and honor the life of Sandip Nirmel ’21 at a memorial service in Dunster House Sunday afternoon.
Sandip Nirmel ‘Made Harvard Feel Like Home,’ Classmates Say
His classmates said he was most notable for his humility and cheerfulness. Nirmel could easily switch between stoic seriousness and bright optimism.
Dunster Goat Courtyard
Students enjoy their lunch in Dunster Courtyard, where the annual Goat Roast is held.
Dunster House Deans Axe Annual Goat Roast
Bringing an end to a decades-old Dunster House tradition, Faculty Deans Cheryl K. Chen and Sean D. Kelly canceled the main event of the House’s annual goat roast: the skinning and barbecuing of a locally sourced goat in the courtyard.
Dunster Dorm Storm
Dunster residents chanted in Matthews Hall while distributing housing assignments.
Scores Assemble for 47th Annual Dunster Messiah Sing
The floors of the Dunster House dining hall trembled Wednesday evening as more than 140 musicians from within and beyond Harvard participated in the 47th annual Dunster House Messiah Sing.
Beloved Dunster Security Guard John Pomeroy Dies at Age 74
Throughout his 14 years at Dunster, John Pomeroy was a fixture of the House. He was a jokester, a storyteller, and a true friend to all who stepped into his office.
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