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Now is our time to answer The Call to Lead. calltolead.dartmouth.edu | #dartmouthleads DiAgostino_DAM_2pg_Ad_FNL.indd 1 11/15/18 3:04 PM Congratulations Dartmouth, on your 250th Anniversary! THE CALL TO LEAD AND 250TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Break out your party hats, Coming to a city near you in 2019 add a touch of Dartmouth Seattle February 5 Silicon Valley February 7 green—give a rouse for Washington, DC February 26 New York City April 2 Dartmouth’s proud, 250-year Dallas April 8 past. Become a part of its Houston April 10 Los Angeles April 18 bold, exciting future. Denver May 7 Hanover May 17 Join us! The “Best Kept Secret” Under New Ownership Contact Us Today A Private Place of Focusing on Learn About our Limited Calm and Pure Golf. Inclusive Exclusivity. 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