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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.
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Dartmouth's Dedication to Student Life
Some would argue learning how to play a game is equally as important as learning how to find the derivative–that some would be me. Find out what Student Life looks like at Dartmouth!
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Black Legacy Month at Dartmouth!
For many at Dartmouth, this month is all about Black Joy for Black Legacy Month 2023. Want some of that joy? Read on to find out all that's in store!
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Taking My Professor Out To Lunch!
Ever wanted to engage in an insightful conversation with one of your favorite professors over a delish meal? That's what I did and you can too!
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Mid-term Check-in: My WISP Research Experience
Interested in conducting research as early into your college experience as freshman year? I invite you to check-in with me as I share my experience interning in an engineering lab on campus so far!
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The 4 S's of Winter Term: Snowball Fights, Skiing, Snowmans & (Soo good) Hot Cocoa
Dartmouth campus officially resembles a winter wonderland. Here are some of its defining characteristics.
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Weekend Destinations: Boston & Foco Late Night!
Find out what a fun weekend can look like on and off campus!
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My Winter Term Schedule!
From classes to research to activities, here's a preview of my first winter term!
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Parlez-vous Français? Learning a Language at Dartmouth
Check out my experience taking French at Dartmouth!
My Top 5 22F Study Spaces!
One of the most important components of a great study sesh is the environment! Below are some of my favorite study spots from my first fall term.
- No. 1
East Reading Room
This room, found on the first level of the Baker-Berry Library, was one of the first spaces I explored when I visited campus after my acceptance last Spring and I just knew it would become one of my favorite places. I love the little nooks/compartments that make up the outskirt of the room. Two nooks at the end of the room are very popular among students so I was always super happy when I was able to get to them early enough. The space is usually pretty quiet with a little chatter here and there, so I was really able to focus. Occasionally small events are held in this room like open concerts put on by student musicians (serenaded while studying, wow!).
- No. 2
Tower Room
On days where I needed complete uninterrupted focus to achieve the utmost productivity (in other words to GRIND), I walked up two flights of stairs from the East Reading Room. Known for being the most silent study space on campus—really you can hear a pin drop—the Tower Room is at the very top of Baker-Berry Library. The green velvet chairs and ornate architecture give such an aesthetic look to the gorgeous and serene room. I usually sat in one of the chairs facing a window for an optimal view of fall foliage. After slipping a piece of wood across the armrests (smart makeshift desk), I would usually get right to work on my anthropology readings or French textbook work. The room is also really warm so I’m sure it’ll stay at the top of my list during winter term.
- No. 3
The Cube
This modern building is located close to FOCO and is a bit closer to my River Cluster dorm than the library. The space serves as both a social gathering and studying spot. For some reason, when it came to studying I got major math vibes from the space so I usually only did calculus homework and group study sessions with my friends there. The numerous whiteboards scattered around are a great plus! There’s also a snack bar open from 8pm-2am that can really cheer you up during a late night study sesh.
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Advice After Reflecting on My College Search & Application Process
College Websites, Visits, Applications, Essays, Interviews and the list goes on as I think about this time last year. Here are some of my thoughts on the college search and application process.