Hi everyone! I'm Yehalah and I'm a '26 coming all the way from Colombo, Sri Lanka. My academic passions lie in Energy Engineering and Environmental Studies. I am a first-generation and low-income student, actively involved with the community. I love to paint and read during my free time. I'm excited that you're here, and I hope you enjoy this account of my life at Dartmouth!
The sequel to Drawing 1! Undoubtedly harder, but definitely a great class. I can now say, with confidence, that I am able to paint a mango successfully.
The Sacred Architecture of Asia is one of the most incredible courses I have taken at Dartmouth! The course is primarily discussion-based, with Professor Seher explaining and initiating conversation about the course material.
Over the past year and a half at Dartmouth, I have made the most incredible friends; the people I have met are all amazing and considerate. With the snowy winter term wrapping up, I wanted to head somewhere warm with some friends! I decided to go to Universal Studios in Los Angeles this spring break with some of my Dartmouth friends on the West Coast. It was my first time traveling to the West Coast!
I stepped off the plane to a gust of warm wind and knew I would like the place. My close friend Victoria lives in San Diego, where I was staying. The two of us—and one of my other friends, Ryan—went to Los Angeles and spent the day at Universal Studios!
I was mostly excited about the Harry Potter world, as I have been an avid fan since day one. We tried Butterbeer, which mostly tasted like butterscotch and a ton of sugar. There was an excellent immersive ride with 4D visual effects! One day was enough to try all the "thrill" rides in the park.
Outside the castle in Harry Potter World!
After a long day, we drove to see my friend Miriam, who lives in Los Angeles. She took us to a great sushi place that was both delicious and affordable.
The food was delicious and made up for the overpriced park food!
Reflecting on a great day, I am so grateful for the friends I made at this place. Finding your people takes some time and does not happen overnight. I took the time to understand who I wanted around me, which has made my experience at Dartmouth magical.
At Dartmouth, there is an undergraduate requirement for language; after all, it is the liberal arts! Fulfilling this requirement looks different for various people and I will focus on my experience.
I have written about being a student worker plenty of times in the past, but I have yet to talk about one of my favorite jobs ever: ticket selling at the Hopkins Center for the Arts.
On Monday, April 8, 2024, a phenomenal total solar eclipse occurred — and we happened to be within the path of totality. As a result, Dartmouth hosted a variety of eclipse-related events on- and off-campus. Find out how I spent the eclipse!
Traditionally, Dartmouth students take three courses during a term, but I decided to take four courses this term! Learn about course load and the academic system at Dartmouth.
