Lauren Groulx
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Lauren's D-Plan
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FallHanover, NH
Favorite Class: WRIT 5 Deus et Machina: Sports, Science and EthicsI took this class as part of Dartmouth's first year writing requirement. We read a pro cyclist's life narrative, discussed research papers on controversial topics in sports, and wrote our own papers on a contentious sports technology of our choice. I really enjoyed this course's emphasis on discussion, and the small class size!
WinterHanover, NH
Favorite Class: CLST 11.17 Greek AthleticsThis was my first class in the classics department, which was super exciting as a classical studies major! We learned about the ancient Olympics and the connections between athletics and other aspects of ancient Greek society. I loved the final project in this class, which involved creating an argument about how the ancient pentathlon was scored!
SpringHanover, NH
Favorite Class: LAT 3 Latin 3To conclude my language requirement, I took Latin 3! This class was super exciting because we began to read ancient texts and poetry. We also took a class trip to the Rauner Special Collections library so we could physically handle and read some manuscripts. And as an added bonus, Latin counts as a prerequisite for my classical studies major!
SummerRome, Italy
Favorite Class: ITAL 4 Reading RomeAs a part of my language study abroad in Italy, I also took a class on Italian history and culture! We went on field trips to the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, participated in walking tours of Rome, and watched a lot of great cinema in this class! I loved it so much that I decided to minor in Italian.
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FallHanover, NH
Favorite Class: CLST 6 Classical ArchaeologyThis class, in addition to being a pre-requisite for my major, was super interesting! I loved learning about archaeology through hands-on projects and lectures that felt like TED Talks.
WinterRome, Italy
Favorite Class: ITAL 10 Italian Literature: Masterworks and Great IssuesMy favorite course on my Italian LSA+ in Rome is focused on Italian literature, which we are studying in a reverse-chronological order! It has been incredibly fun to see different topics and styles evolve over time and to learn from the works of the best writers.
SpringHanover, NH
Favorite Class: LAT 10.04 Latin Manuscripts and PalaeographyI’m absolutely loving this hands-on introduction to paleography, and the fact that my class meets at Rauner every day! I can’t wait to hear from our guest lecturers, too, and I’ll be sure to share those experiences on the blog. All in all, Latin 10 was a great way to get back into the language after a term away in Rome.
Grazie, Orvinio!
I recently completed a language-pledge homestay week in the village of Orvinio, Italy as a part of the Dartmouth F.I.R.E. Italian study abroad program!
Places I Miss at Dartmouth
As much as I love studying abroad on Dartmouth's Full Immersion in Rome Italian program, I also really miss campus! Here's a look back at some of the places I can't wait to get back to soon.
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Shattuck Observatory
Although I’ve never been into Shattuck Observatory, I want to check it out soon during one of the monthly public observing nights. The park near the observatory is also beautiful!
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The Stacks!
I never thought I’d miss the stacks—but I do! Although they aren’t the most beautiful place to study, they provide the perfect environment for “locking in” on assignments, something that’s been difficult for me to replicate while studying abroad in Rome for the summer.
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Alumni Gym's Pickleball Courts
As a tennis player in high school, I never thought I’d give in to the pickleball trend. That being said, I have to admit—it’s a fun game, especially with friends. I’m incredibly grateful for Dartmouth’s pickleball courts, and the free equipment that is provided to play with!
Fun in Firenze
A few photos from my trip to Florence as a part of the Dartmouth F.I.R.E. Italian study abroad program!
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After 463 steps, we reached the top of the Duomo and were greeted by an excellent view of the entire city
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The Uffizi Gallery was full of masterpieces!
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The ceiling inside the Basilica de San Lorenzo was breathtaking! In the basilica, many prominent members of Florence’s Medici family are buried.
Social Justice in Crotone
Last week, I participated in an anti-mafia Libera camp in Crotone, Calabria!