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Shock Is Real: Dartmouth’s Leader Defies Odds as Program Defies Decades of Silence In a bold move that has sent ripples through the academic and advocacy communities, Dartmouth College’s newly appointed leader has emerged as a trailblazer, shattering expectations and challenging the status quo. After decades shrouded in silence around critical mental health and institutional accountability, the college’s president—boldly titled “Shock Is Real”—is pushing forward a transformative vision that refuses to ignore the truths long buried. ### A History of Silence, Now Shattered For generations, Dartmouth quietly navigated sensitive conversations around student well-being, mental health crises, and systemic inequities. While other prestigious institutions began confronting these challenges openly, Dartmouth’s leadership long upheld a culture of reticence, leaving numerous voices unheard and critical issues unaddressed.