Hi! My name is Arianna, and I'm a sophomore ('27) from Georgia. On campus, I am involved with the Cheerleading Team, Dartmouth Caribbean Connections, the First-Gen Office, and the Black Underground Theater Association. My aim is to pursue a degree in History modified with Public Policy and a minor in Psychology ("pre-law"). I love reading, listening to music, and meeting new people. Follow along through this blog as I traverse my wonderful experiences!
Given my intrigue in pursuing a major in Government, I adored my Politics and AI class. I had zero background in computer science, yet Professor Breuer cohesively connected politics with principles of algorithms and artificial intelligence in a way that I could understand. We finalized the course by doing a cool research project of our own liking.
I am interested in pursuing a minor in Public Policy, which was my reason for taking this class initially. As the term progressed, I was able to learn most of the introductory principles of Public Policy and the framework for policymaking in democratic governance. The readings were interesting, and the discussion-based lectures kept me engaged.
Wow...what an amazing class! This has been one of my favorite classes that I have taken the entire year. Professor Chaney encouraged us to expand our writing through a multitude of methods of analysis, allowing students to look beyond the details of a photograph. Our ideas were not discouraged or disproved, leaving room for proper evaluative learning and prompting discussions about interesting moments in black art history.
This class is a gem for those interested in learning more about the development of the healthcare system from the pre-colonial period into its contemporary form. Initially, I took this class because I am interested in becoming a healthcare lawyer and wanted to explore the foundation of one of the biggest systems in America. While the content is still fairly fresh, and it is the beginning of the term, I already know that this will be one of my favorite classes this fall! Despite the vast influx of information that we go over each class, Professor Koop writes all the topics we will discuss that day on the board sequentially. Not only does this keep me engaged and willing to participate, but it also encourages me to stay organized and on track!
Are you a fan of basketball? Pickleball? Pilates? Yoga? If you love any of these activities or enjoy playing sports, you've entered the right place! Dartmouth students are required to complete three physical education and/or wellness courses throughout their time leading up to graduation. While this requirement may seem daunting to some, there are 33 club sports and 35 Division I Varsity teams that offer a variety of extracurricular activities for students to choose from, ranging from baseball to squash to lacrosse. If you aren't interested in playing sports at an intense, competitive level, there are intramural teams where you can represent your housing community.
Personally, I have been completing my graduation PE requirement through cheerleading, which you can read about here and here!
During basketball season, my cheer team and I perform a short routine at halftime.
On days when I am not at cheer practice, I walk across my dorm in the East Wheelock community and go to Alumni Gym/Zimmerman Fitness Center The Alumni Gym is open every day excluding holidays, with hours from 5AM-10PM on weekdays (Mon-Fri) and 8AM-10PM on weekends (Saturday and Sunday). This 16,000-square-foot facility is a fitness enthusiast's dream, housing over 70 pieces of cardio equipment, 40 strength machines, 3 different dumbbell areas, a full free-weight area, and open spaces for stretching and dynamic fitness. There's also something for everyone with amenities like 2 swimming pools, an intramural basketball court, a 1/13 mile indoor track, and more.
For visitors or non-Dartmouth student residents in Hanover, Day Passes can be purchased with a debit or credit card at the Main Entrance desk of Alumni Gym or at the Facilities Office. Dartmouth students, however, enjoy free entry with their student ID. Since afternoons and evenings are typically the busiest, I prefer going in the mornings right after waking up to start my day on an active note.
So whether you're looking to meet the PE requirement or just want to stay fit, Dartmouth's resources make it easy to find an activity that suits your interests and schedule. Why not explore all that's available and make the most of your time here?
When asked about my favorite term at Dartmouth, I'll enthusiastically answer, "Sophomore Summer!" Whether it's the enhanced beauty or community on campus, one aspect stands out as the highlight of my term: the start of summer dance ensembles!
