Hey all! I'm Batu. I'm a '26 from Istanbul, Turkey, and I am passionate about the cognitive science of design, developmental psychology, aesthetics research, postcolonial literature, and social media marketing! Be sure to reach out with questions about exploring the liberal arts, learning a new language at Dartmouth, cafes in town (one of my favorite blog series dare I say), study abroad programs, and research on campus!
For this blog post, I've decided to share some of my favorite photos that I've taken at this year's Bema Lights. Bema means a platform for public speaking in Greek. In the past, the area referred to as Bema at Dartmouth would serve as an amphitheater. Nowadays, it is affectionately known as Big Empty Meeting Area! Bema is where first-year students hold their candlelight ceremony during Orientation week, initiating their presence at Dartmouth. Among the festivities that take place at Bema is Bema Lights during the winter term. I will let the pictures speak to describe the astonishing atmosphere of this year's Bema Lights!
Dartmouth is not just a college. With world-renowned graduate schools, why would we choose to call ourselves a college instead of a university? The story behind that decision dates back to a significant Supreme Court ruling.
Read about the Sophomore Summer Soiree and how I got to witness the beginning of something that hopefully grows into a long-standing Dartmouth tradition!
Winter is a term that most people spend cozy and indoors. My winter quarter, however, was full of amazing outdoor experiences, mostly through one of my classes! Here's the scoop on BIOL 061: Winter Ecology.
The rumors are true, guys: engineering is hard. It took some adapting for me to find my pace and excel in the major. But, that was only possible due to the kind words of a Dartmouth professor.
In celebration of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPIHM), a variety of programming was offered to celebrate AAPI students and culture on campus. Read on to hear about my experience serving on the committee and attending events!
