Senior Citizens

QUOTE/UNQUOTE "Perhaps it would take someone who was a little bit of a mathematician to turn the embarrassment of riches that is the truth of John Nash's remarkable life into a beautiful movie." —MATHEMATICS PROFESSOR DANIEL ROCKMORE ON THE CREATIVE LIBERTIES TAKEN BY HOLLYWOOD IN THE OSCAR-WINNING A BEAUTIFUL MIND

Most seniors agree Dartmouth has prepared them well for the future, according to a random poll conducted by the Alumni Magazine last February. Many say they'd recommend the College to a sibling. Moreover, four years of classes seem to have whetted their intellectual appetites, as a majority plan to earn advanced degrees. And what will students long for most when they leave the Hanover Plain? No one expects to miss the food, but many say they will pine for their friends. That bodes well for the class's first reunion five years from now.

I. How well has Dartmouth prepared you forthe future?

Very well 64 percent So-so 32 percent Poorly 3 percent Not at all 1 percent

2. Would you recommend Dartmouth toyour brother or sister?

Yes 58 percent No 14 percent Not sure 27 percent

3. How much time will it have taken you tograduate?

Exactly 4 years 88 percent Less than 4 years 10 percent More than 4 years 2 percent

4. What do you plan to do after graduation?

Work immediately 43 percent Attend graduate school 30 percent Travel 12 percent Intern 7 percent Hang out 7 percent

5. Which had the greatest impact on yourpost-Dartmouth career plans?

Internship 35 percent Parents 16 percent Professors 15 percent Career services 5 percent Job fairs 2 percent Have no plans 27 percent

6. Where would you ideally end up working?

For myself 31 percent Corporation 24 percent Academic institution 18 percent Non-profit 16 percent Small business 10 percent

7. Do you plan to pursue another degree?

Yes, masters degree 43 percent Yes, doctorate 29 percent Not sure 26 percent No 2 percent

8. What will you miss most about Dartmouth?

My friends 84 percent Extracurriculars 7 percent Classes 6 percent Parties 2 percent Nothing 1 percent The food 0 percent

9. Will your future be related to your major?

Somewhat related 42 percent Yes, directly related 40 percent Not at all related 18 percent