Hi everyone! I'm Kabir, an international member of the class of '26, from New Delhi, India. I'm thinking of majoring in Psychology and Film & Media Studies. Outside the classroom, I enjoy watching movies, going on hikes, hanging out with my friends, and going on runs (if you see me on the streets of Hanover, say hi!) In the short while I've been here, I've come to love Dartmouth, so if you're interested in what I have to say, stick around! This should (hopefully) be fun :)
My Writing 5 class was definitely my favorite class this term — it opened my eyes to the realities of the food industry, strengthened my skills as a writer, and helped me make a ton of new friends.
My seminar was possibly the best class I've taken so far at Dartmouth. I learned about the importance of free speech and journalists in a democratic society, and how those rights to freedom are being stripped everywhere, all the time.
I've loved Cognitive Psychology as a class so far, especially because of the cool demos that the professor uses to illustrate every type of phenomena we learn about. From illusions to memory tests, it's so cool to see how the human psyche can be tricked so very easily.
An Updated List of Places In Hanover Where I Like To Study
If I stumble upon my friends at any time of day on campus, chances are they're studying for a midterm, grinding out a problem set, or writing out the last paragraph of an essay that was due five minutes ago. All of this to say, Dartmouth students study a lot. And for us, not only how but where we study plays a big role in how productive that grind session is.
Here are my five favorite places to study, both on campus and in town:
1. 3FB (3rd Floor Berry): This is the third floor of the main library on campus, Berry. More often than not, you'll find a lot of focused faces and hear a lot of keyboards intensely clacking. But 3FB is a silentspace, meaning it's a great place to lock in, especially if you're in the middle of finals season (like I am right now).
2. The Works Cafe: The Works is a new coffee shop chain that's opened up in town, and a lot of Dartmouth students, including myself, have great things to say about it. The vibes are really nice, and I like going there with friends after classes if I have some work to finish. Their coffee's the best I've had in Hanover, and their salads are also nice. Check it out if you ever visit!
3. The Onion: I'd written an article a few months ago about the housing system at Dartmouth, and you can find that on my profile! The Onion is South House's community space (each housing cluster has a community space assigned to it). The Onion always has a relaxed vibe, there are beanbags, places to sit and gives you the ability to talk with friends while working.
4. Collis Patio: Collis is a student center right next to the Green. It's where I like to get protein smoothies and pasta, and there's a really big patio outside that overlooks the Green. When it's sunny outside (which we're seeing a lot of this spring), I like to sit with my friends and eat while working. It's also a great people-watching spot!
5. Novack Cafe: Novack is the on-campus coffee shop that serves Starbucks in Berry Library. There's a large seating area where students often sit and drink coffee. Novack's often really crowded and full of people, but I find that I do some of my best work there. This especially holds true if I'm sitting on a high-top looking out at campus through the ceiling-to-floor windows.
Dartmouth's proximity to nature - the White Mountains and the Connecticut River, was one of the main factors that made me apply Early Decision, but it took me three quarters before I actually went paddling on the river.
As it approaches the end of spring term and the finale to my freshman year at Dartmouth, I am reflective of the goals I made for myself each term and how I've accomplished them.
The dining halls at Dartmouth offer options for all types of people, including those with dietary requirements, foodies, and those simply seeking a quick bite to eat in between courses.
