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Batuhan Saridede
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Batuhan's D-Plan
What's a D-Plan?-
FallHanover, NH
Favorite Class: WRIT 5: Metamorphosis and OthernessWriting 5 is one of the courses that count towards the first-year writing requirement. The course covered content relating to the self, transformation, and social dynamics relating to majority and minority. Dr. Godley is simply phenomenal. Her instruction was extremely accessible even though she covered intense topics. I could not have enjoyed my Writing 5 more!
WinterHanover, NH
Favorite Class: ENGS 12: Design ThinkingDesign Thinking was above and beyond my expectations. The course is structured around weekly projects, where we apply different cognitive strategies to cover topics like design principles, human need-finding, brainstorming, scenario building, and visual thinking.
SpringHanover, NH
Favorite Class: COGS 1: Introduction to Cognitive ScienceIntroduction to Cognitive Science covers a variety of fields including psychology, computer science, linguistics, and philosophy to provide insight into cognitive processes. This course helped me develop an understanding of all facets of cognitive science and which ones I would be interested in further pursuing as part of my major.
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FallHanover, NH
Favorite Class: PSYC 10: Experimental Design, Methodology, and Data AnalysisPsychology 10 is a deep dive into almost everything you might need to become well-versed in conducting research, analyzing data, and interpreting findings in a statistically sound manner. Professor Pfister is the most approachable professor I have ever had the pleasure of learning from. Statistics isn't exactly my forté, but I now feel confident in my stats foundation!
WinterToulouse, France
Favorite Class: FREN 12: Advanced Writing and Speaking in FrenchI loved taking this class with Madame Alverde, a professor from Université Toulouse ; Jean Jaures was an incredible experience. She made sure to correct our mistakes on the spot and improve them eloquently.
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Sophomore Summer Plans as an International Student
As an international student exempt from the summer term requirement, I wanted to provide insight into how I'm spending my sophomore summer.
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Cognitive Science Research at Dartmouth!
Here's my experience with pursuing cognitive science research at Dartmouth!
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Sleep, Study, Socialize: How I Maintain My Balance During a Challenging Term
Amidst one of my busiest academic terms yet, here's how I navigate my commitments without compromising my well-being.
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All About Photography I
This term, I decided to build on my already-existing interest in photography and take Photo I: The Intentional Photography. Here's a selection of my works!
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Cafés in Hanover: Part 8 (The Works)
Turns out we have a new café in town since I've been gone: The Works! Of course, I had to put them to the test.
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Spring '24 Courses!
After returning from an enriching study abroad program, I'm diving into a bustling spring semester here at Dartmouth. Here are my four courses I'm taking this term!
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Distributive Requirements: Revisited
As I approach the halfway mark of my Dartmouth journey this spring, I find myself reflecting on the significance of distributive and world culture requirements in shaping my academic experience.
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From Toulouse to Hanover: A Journey of Growth and Rediscovery
Bonjour! It has been a while since you've heard from me, but I was indeed on a Language Study Abroad (LSA) program in southern France (Toulouse) for the winter term. Here are my reflections on being back!
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I Declared my Major!
In this blog post, I want to delve into the intricacies of declaring a major, drawing from my personal experiences.