Batuhan Saridede
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Batuhan's D-Plan
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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.
SummerIstanbul, Turkey
I was home during my first summer! A non-exhaustive list of things I've done includes sunbathing, coding my personal blog, and going on runs. #rest #relaxation
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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.
SpringHanover, NH
Favorite Class: ARTH 63.72: Aesthetics of the DigitalThis course allowed me to explore the intersection of aesthetics and digital media, focusing on how digital environments reshape traditional concepts like materiality and form. I particularly enjoyed comparing human and AI-generated analyses of art and examining the frameworks that shape contemporary digital studies, from visual culture to design philosophy.
SummerHanover, NH
I was on campus pursuing full-time research in the Cognitive Science department. My research focuses on children's capacity to imagine and reason about possibilities!
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FallHanover, NH
Favorite Class: MES 15.11: The Middle East in FilmTaught by Professor Andrew Simon, this course explored histories of the Middle East and North Africa through film, media, and supporting texts. From French Algeria to the Armenian Genocide and the Egyptian Revolution, each week centered on critical engagement with audiovisual material and primary sources. Through reflections, discussions, and a final research project, students examined how media shapes collective memory and questions of voice, power, and resistance. Thoughtful, rigorous, and deeply transformative, this course reshaped how I think about both history and storytelling.
WinterParis, France
Favorite Class: FREN 29: French Civilization and Art HistoryThis course offered a dynamic exploration of Paris’s art and architecture, grounding students in the city’s cultural and historical foundations. Weekly lectures established a theoretical framework spanning Paris’s origins, key art movements, and the evolution of its monuments. Our Wednesday site visits made this course truly unforgettable, where we stood before the very landmarks we studied, turning theory into lived experience.
My Freshman Summer: Prioritizing Needs over Expectations
There is no "the" thing you should be stressing over doing between your first-year and sophomore years. It's about what you need and what will bring you fulfillment.
Making Dartmouth My Own
Each student's experience here is unique, and it's up to us to make this place our own.
Spring Term Classes
Halfway through spring term, it's time to reflect on the classes that have contributed to my academic journey.
Foundations in Social Impact!
Dartmouth Center for Social Impact (DCSI) aims to create meaningful connections between Dartmouth students and local organizations. As a Foundations Scholar at DCSI, I get to tackle local issues in the Upper Valley!
Language Learning at Dartmouth!
As someone who grew up with Turkish as my main language, my language-learning journey at Dartmouth College has been unique and filled with opportunities for growth and exploration.
Do's and Don'ts of Mentally Preparing for College
I had no idea what I was getting into by committing to a college in the US, so it all seemed daunting. Here's the advice I would have given my high school senior self in mentally preparing for college.
A Casual Sunday Hike: Tag Along!
Here's how I chose to unwind this past Sunday in the outdoors as a not-so-outdoorsy person!
Welcome Home, 27s!
You've worked hard to get to this point, and now, you're officially a part of the Dartmouth community. We are thrilled to welcome you with open arms!
Attending Dartmouth on Full Financial Aid
s an international student with no expected family contribution, I want to reflect on why Dartmouth's financial aid policy made the most sense to me when choosing schools.
Revisiting my Journal from College Decision Day
I revisited my journal from April. My quest yielded much insight, so I figured I would share how I arrived at the decision of committing to Dartmouth!