Andrea Agola
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Andrea's D-Plan
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FallOn Campus
Favorite Class: FREN 11: Intensive FrenchWhen I began my first term at Dartmouth, I knew I wanted to explore the French language and culture more after having been a French music and film fan for as long as I can remember. This was an accelerated course that covered French 1 and 2 in one term and offered an exciting and fast-paced atmosphere. The small nature of our class allowed us all to have more speaking time in class from partner activities to performing creative skits. One of the best assignments was a scavenger hunt! I was also able to learn and make a presentation about francophone countries. This class really prompted me to apply for the ‘24 Winter–Toulouse, France Study Abroad which I got accepted into!
WinterOn Campus
Favorite Class: WGSS 66.04: Introduction to Black Feminist ThoughtThis course considers the discipline and political happenings of Black Feminist Thought by highlighting interlocking issues related to gender, sexuality, race, and economics. The professor was amazing! I was always genuinely excited to do her assigned readings/viewings and remember being sad when she canceled class one day (imagine!). I reveled in the thought-provoking, warm, restorative (the list goes on & on) ambience that she fostered. I even took advantage of a cool opportunity that Dartmouth offers, the “Take a Faculty Member out To Lunch” program at Pine Restaurant across from campus. I enjoyed the lovely conversation we had over delicious food. Her class was such a great source of empowerment!
SpringOn Campus
Favorite Class: GEOG 21.01: Global Health & SocietyThis course examines the epidemiology and social impact of past and present infectious disease epidemics. It was a great and insightful class to take for the Global Health Minor! I had the chance of hearing from many influential guest lecturers like the Former Minister of Health of Rwanda and a key member of the U.S Covid Task Force.
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FallOn Campus
Favorite Class: GEO 22.02: Global Poverty and CareThis course explores causes and patterns of global poverty and links this with the urgent need for care and care ethics in our lives and in society broadly. Not only did the class feel like such a caring environment but it was especially interesting because it had a Social Impact Practicum (SIP) component. A SIP is a project-based experiential learning opportunity connecting undergraduate courses at Dartmouth with community needs identified by nonprofit organizations. In other words, a SIP is a real-world project with real-world impact. My SIP was my care work as a UGA within Dartmouth's Residential Life.
Taking the best African Drumming class!
For the Arts distributive requirement, I'm taking MUS 51: Oral Tradition Musicianship & Storytelling
Philanthropy on Campus!
Recently, many student organizations have been hosting philanthropic events across campus.
Going from Class to Shadowing in the OR
Read on to learn more about the Nathan Smith Society Shadowing Lottery for pre-health students!
A Week In My Life: Sprinterim Edition!
Here is a little peek into how I made my spring break after studying abroad and before Spring term; a relaxing, rejuvenating & explorative experience!
Study Abroad Vacation Week
I asked some of my fellow study abroad friends for their vacation week highlights!
10 Favorite Moments from My Study Abroad!
I would love to share some of my favorite photos and memories so far from my study abroad in Toulouse, France.
Best Study Spots of my LSA+
I always love to give termly updates about my favorite study spots on campus, but this time they're in France!
Overnight Excursion to Bordeaux
Read on to learn about a trip with my study abroad cohort!
Paris Night Lights!
I spent a beautiful weekend in Paris for my fellow study abroad friend's birthday!