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Julianna Thomson

Class of 2020
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Bio 

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.

Academic Program 

Religion Major

Favorite Thing Right Now 

Photography

Hometown 

Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Pronouns 

She/Her

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Julianna's D-Plan

What's a D-Plan?

    • FallOn Campus

      Favorite Class: HIST 003: Europe in Medieval and Early Modern Times

      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.

    • WinterOn Campus

      Favorite Class: ENGS 002: Integrated Design: Engineering, Architecture and Building Technology

      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!

    • SpringOn Campus

      Favorite Class: EDUC 001: The Learning Brain: Introduction to Child Development and Education

      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.

    • FallOn Campus

      Favorite Class: REL 60: Protestant Reformations.

      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.

    • WinterOn Campus

      Favorite Class: SART 65: Architecture 1

      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!

    • SpringOn Campus

      Favorite Class: REL 32.06: Jewish Views of Christianity

      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!

    • WinterOn Campus

      Favorite Class: GEOG 54: Geovisualization

      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.

    • SpringOn Campus

      Favorite Class: ENGL 55.12: Dartmouth Fictions

      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!

    • FallOn Campus

      Favorite Class: REL 62: Religion, Politics and the Presidency

      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!

    • WinterOn Campus

      Favorite Class: WRIT 80: Independent Research

      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.

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What We Love Most

While studying at one of our house centers this past week, I had the opportunity to talk to some fellow students about what they currently love most about Dartmouth. Here's what they had to say: 

  1. No. 1

    "I feel a sense of community"

    Donovan '21 talked to me about how he feels a sense of community on Dartmouth's campus. Whether it's supporting each other in intramural sports games or attending a fellow student's thesis presentation, Dartmouth provides many different opportunities that foster community growth. One of the most recent additions to Dartmouth's efforts is the housing communities. You can read more about the housing communities here.

  2. No. 2

    "Diversity among the student body"

    Abby '22 commented about the incredible people she has met during here first year here at Dartmouth. Dartmouth students hail from all corners of the United States and represent many different countries around the world. Integration of different cultures is important in Dartmouth culture and students have the ability to learn about other cultures, especially through different clubs.

  3. No. 3

    "Students are passionate about all aspects of their lives"

    Kate '21 has found her fellow students to be passionate about all different aspects of their lives. From academics to professional opportunities to extracurriculars, Kate told me that she is inspired by the work ethic and dedication of the student body. She thinks this stems from the supportive staff members at the College. Students are encouraged to create long-lasting relationships with their professors and mentors. There are also programs in place to assist with these relationships, such as the "Take a Faculty to Lunch" program run every term. 

  4. No. 4

    "Numerous opportunities that follow"

    As J.J. '19 looks towards graduation in a few weeks, he is thankful for the incredible connections he has made during his time here at Dartmouth. Different resources such as the Career Network and the Center for Professional Development help students not only create professional relationships that will benefit them after their time in Hanover but help extend the Dartmouth community out into the world. 

  5. No. 5

    "Togetherness and friendships"

    Together with my friends.

    Lily '21 has developed some incredible relationships during her time on campus in Hanover and talked to me about how grateful she has been for the different people she has met here. From a student's first experience with their peers on First-Year Trips to the ability to join Greek life, to the numerous different events put on by the student center, there are a plethora of different and unique ways to socialize on campus. 

  6. No. 6

    "Opportunity to explore different aspects of my identity"

    While college is a time of personal growth, Katelyn '20 has been thankful for the support Dartmouth provides students on their personal journies. The Student Wellness Center operates as a hub of different events, programs, and information for students looking to learn more about themselves. From yoga to emotional intelligence programs, the Wellness Center is here to provide Dartmouth students with tools to be academically and personally successful. 

  7. No. 7

    "My exposure to the liberal arts"

    Cole '20, an engineering major, told me that while his favorite thing about Dartmouth is the Thayer School of Engineering, he has great respect for the liberal arts program that all Dartmouth students are enrolled in. The liberal arts program allows all students to explore the humanities and sciences while learning a new language and taking art classes. The goal of a liberal arts education is to provide students with a broad understanding of the world while letting them focus on studying what they love. 

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