Here on campus, most people know me as "Jul"! I am a Religion major who is interested in eventually working in the field of law. At Dartmouth, I am a sister of Alpha Phi, a current member of the varsity Track and Field team, and also played a year on the varsity Basketball team. When I'm on campus, my favourite things to do are get breakfast at Lou's and go to football games. When I'm not on campus, my favourite things to do are travel and visit my family and friends.
My favourite part about this class was the structure of it! Three times a week, we had a large class lecture. Then, our x-hour was used for a small group discussion with our professor.
I loved how interactive this class was. Tt was a lecture based class, but we often had in-class building activities and one large project - building a cardboard chair!
Our professor made the class! Professor Tine was so enthusiastic about the content and material in this course, that it made me excited to come to class and learn eachday
SummerTraveling
I spend my first year summer at home with my family and travelling to visit old friends, new friends from Dartmouth, and extended family members. I spent a lot of my summer down south in Florida and Georgia, escaping the Canadian cold.
Sophomore fall I was on campus taking classes and training for the upcoming Track and Field season. My favourite class was taught by 3 different professors from 3 different departments, looking at the Protestant Reformation from an art history angle, music angle, and of course religious perspective.
I spent sophomore winter on campus in Hanover taking four classes and competing in our indoor track and field season. The most interesting class that I took this term was an introduction architecture class where we actually got to build things in the wood shop!
This spring was a busy one for me in Hanover! I competed for our school's varsity track and field team and took three classes, two of which satisfied requirements for my major. My favourite class was "Jewish Views of Christianity", which was cross-listed in the Religion, History and Jewish Studies departments.
SummerOn Campus
It's my sophomore summer! However, instead of taking classes, I'm on campus interning with the Alumni Relations office. Stay tuned to my blog posts for more updates.
FallAbroad
While fall is my favourite time at Dartmouth, I decided to spend this term abroad studying at the University of Edinburgh's New College School of Divinity. I took three classes and spent my extra time exploring Europe!
This term I am back home in Hanover! I will be taking four classes and competing for the Dartmouth track and field team. I look forward to the beautiful Hanover winter scenery and spending some time skiing on the slopes.
Spring term means the start of outdoor track and field for my team and a number of fun outdoor activities! Follow along as I take three interdisciplinary classes and continue exploring the beautiful Upper Valley.
SummerOn Campus
This summer I am stepping into my new role as a Senior Fellow here at the Admissions Office. Each day, I get to speak with prospective students and their families about Dartmouth College. Don't worry though, I'll still be blogging!
I can't believe that I am starting my senior year here at the College! The past three years have flown by, and I'm so excited for my last full year on campus. Fall is my favorite time of year - I'll spend this term taking three classes, training for track and field, and spending as much time outside as possible. From coding in the humanities to the religion of Ancient Egypt, I'm looking forward to sharing my academic and extracurricular adventures with you this term!
It's my last winter in Hanover and I can't believe it! I am taking three classes that are all related to my major, and competing in the indoor track and field season. This term I am most excited about my independent research where I am looking at religious sentiment in texts from the English Reformation. I'm hoping to spend some free days skiing and exploring this beautiful winter wonderland.
One term down, two to go! It's unbelievable to me that I only have two terms left here at Dartmouth before graduation! I've had so many fun times so far this year and I am looking forward to our winter break before starting classes again in January. As I start to reflect on my time here on campus, there are a few experiences that stand out throughout my time in college. I'd love to tell you all more about them.
No. 1
Studying Abroad
My term studying abroad at the New College Divinity School at the University of Edinburgh was an awesome time during my college life. I attend the Religion department’s foreign study program where I took two classes taught by faculty at the University of Edinburgh and one class taught by a Dartmouth professor who accompanied our trip. With plenty of free time, I was able to explore and learn about Edinburgh and its history. I spent weekends travelling around Europe and most importantly, I was able to become familiar with living and being on my own.
I learned a lot about myself during my time abroad. (Feel free to check out some of the blogs I wrote about being abroad here and here).If studying abroad is something you might be interested in, I would recommend putting some thought into what country you would like to be living in, and what type of program you would like to go on.
No. 2
Being a Varsity Athlete
Being a varsity athlete has been one of the most challenging, tiring, exciting and most rewarding experiences of my life. As a member of the track and field team, I am surrounded by some of the most hard-working and dedicated people I have ever met. My teammates have become my best friends (and even my roommates)! We practice almost every day of the school year and have made the best memories during our times together. While we haven't had a meet yet this year, I will never forget the long bus rides to and from competitions, our daily practices and team dinners at Foco. From home meets at Leverone Field house to the Ivy League championship, the people I’ve met and the experience of being pushed athletically by the people around me has been irreplaceable.
No. 3
Joining a Sorority
Coming to Dartmouth, I wasn't sure I wanted to rush a sorority. Greek life is not as popular in Canada (where I am from) and I didn't know many people who had bee involved in the process. I took a jump during sophomore fall when some of my other close friends told me they were going to rush. It turned out being one of the best decisions of my college time, and I haven't looked back. I have met life long friends, the most talented and inspirational sisters, and have a network of women around the globe.
A few months ago, I wrote a blog post about why some of my sisters decided to rush. I love that many women decide to join a sorority for different reasons, and that contributes to the uniqueness and diversity of our Greek system at Dartmouth. Being a member of Greek life has introduced me to people I never would have met if I didn't rush, not only in my sorority, but across campus!
Coming from a boarding school, I didn't get to work during the weekends. Coming into Dartmouth, I was excited at the prospect of being able to finally get into the workforce. There are many reasons why you would want to work.
My faith is a very important part of my identity. Starting in the fall, I decided to join two Christian groups: Christian Union and Apologia, the Christian thought magazine on campus.
Long time no see, Hanover. How long has it been? Six months and three days? Not that I've been counting, of course. Oh, who am I kidding? I couldn't wait to see you again! How have you been?
The reason I tell this story is to pretty much show that Dartmouth is somewhat of a "nerd sanctuary" — a place where people can do whatever and explore whatever passion they want.
My friends and I had a board games brunch at the dining hall, with many of the games rented from Jones Media Center. It was a highlight of the term — when else can you play Cards Against Humanity with nine friends while enjoying brunch?
With the decade (and year) coming to an end, I thought I would do something fun and look back on everything that has happened this year for me at Dartmouth!
Hello everyone! I hope to provide a glimpse into what Dartmouth students get up to over the six week break, as well as provide any information and advice I can give during your last few weeks before college applications are due.
