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Griselda Chavez
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Griselda's D-Plan
What's a D-Plan?-
FallOn Campus
Favorite Class: SOCY 48: Immigration, Race & EthnicityAlthough the topic and issues were not completely new to me, I was able to learn more about why current immigration policies existed and the history behind several immigration policies. I absolutely loved the class because Professor Kim was passionate about the course, and the numerous readings we were assigned were very insightful and encouraged class discussions.
WinterOn Campus
Favorite Class: EDUC 20: Educational Issues Contemporary SocietyThe course centers on the educational issues of public school systems and how by creating certain policies or programs we can improve schools and use them as a tool to promote social mobility and equity. The students who took the class were always very passionate to discuss and came from a variety of majors and educational backgrounds, thus enriching class discussions. Furthermore, I loved that Professor Wheelan encouraged us throughout the entire term to "think outside of the box" and inspired us to continue pushing for more change.
SpringOn Campus
Favorite Class: ECON 1: The Price System: Analysis, Problems, and PoliciesDuring the spring term, I was very confused as to what major I wanted to pursue and decided to give economics an opportunity, never expecting that I would enjoy it. Professor Petre did an amazing job of demonstrating how economics could and is used for social issues like environmentalism, minimum wage, and discrimination. Learning about the concepts and employing them was very important to me because I felt like I could learn how to best help communities.
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A Winter Course Load
If you are at all interested in migration and the environment, take a look at these classes!
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Three Kings in Hanover
The Three Kings were spotted in Hanover! Carrying my traditions with me to Hanover!
![A row of dorms with a clear, sunny sky and snow covering the ground](https://admissions.dartmouth.edu/sites/admissions.prod/files/styles/400x274_blog/public/admissions/content/blog-post/photos/7959e8e1-e77c-4251-af22-9b05adf83a7b.jpeg?itok=MGhP0-sQ×tamp=1703244841)
Preparing for the New Year
Winters aren't my favorite season at Dartmouth, but there are still several things to enjoy during this time. Here are a couple of things I would like to experience and other elements I wish to incorporate to make the winter more tolerable.
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Unwavering Big Green Spirit
Traditions at Dartmouth are neverending! This fall, I participated in two sports traditions that I had yet to experience!
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![Apple Orchard in New Hampshire](https://admissions.dartmouth.edu/sites/admissions.prod/files/styles/400x274_blog/public/admissions/content/blog-post/photos/img_3673.jpg?itok=nZFAWpag×tamp=1688962258)
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![Pink and purple light display during the winter](https://admissions.dartmouth.edu/sites/admissions.prod/files/styles/400x274_blog/public/admissions/content/blog-post/photos/img_0586.jpg?itok=h4RhzkWl×tamp=1688962580)
![Posed picture of two friends at the Norwich Farmer's Market](https://admissions.dartmouth.edu/sites/admissions.prod/files/styles/400x274_blog/public/admissions/content/blog-post/photos/img_1408_2_0.jpg?itok=k7Tv9QsY×tamp=1688964209)
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Capturing New England's Four Seasons
Read about what it is like to experience Dartmouth's four seasons as someone originally from California!
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A Center for Change
For those interested in social impact work and looking for additional support in their career, the Dartmouth Center for Social Impact (DCSI) is the place to check out! They offer several programs at different stages of a Dartmouth student's career.
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The Road to Social Entrepreneurship
I've reached the end of the Magnuson Center's Social Entrepreneurship Certificate Program, but also the possible beginning of my work in social entrepreneurship!
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Community-Building Through Food
One of the challenges of living in the Northeast is the lack of homemade foods that I would usually enjoy in Los Angeles. Living in La Casa has become a way for me to recreate the food and moments I have missed so much.
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Making a College Decision
Congratulations to all accepted students! I know this was a rough process and additional challenging decisions have to be made. Therefore, here are some pieces of advice I would like to share.