Welcome to the blog of an Englishman studying at Dartmouth—do take a look around! Hopefully, my blogs will provide you with an insight on life at Dartmouth, and specifically through the eyes of an international student. Dartmouth has a ton to offer from the staggering natural beauty of its surroundings and stellar academic programs to the wonderful people you meet along the way. So stay a while, I'll make us cups of tea, and take a moment to discover life at the College on the Hill.
This class was SO interesting... We dug into the history of racial inequality in Brazil, stretching from the advent of slavery to persisting modern societal issues.
A course that I took completely impulsively turned into one of the most formative experiences I have had at Dartmouth. Through physical mediums and theatre, I rediscovered what it meant to be 'creative.'
Having always had a hatred for learning languages, I was wary of the requirement to do so here at Dartmouth. In reality, though, I needn't have worried! I absolutely loved every minute of this class, and now I can speak pretty good Italian!
This class was extremely enlightening, and it was especially interesting to study as a British person. I felt as though I brought a unique perspective to the class, but also that I was learning a side of history which was brushed past in my GCSEs!
I spent this term completing research with Professor Cascio of the Economics Department. Our work was concerned with educational investment, and it was one of my best experiences of Dartmouth so far!
This course teaches all about the economics of the development of economies, focusing on many case studies concerning education, housing, healthcare, and more!
This introductory computer science class was an amazing and immersive experience which introduced me to concepts in coding that I had no previous experience with. Definitely a must at Dartmouth!
This is the advanced finance class at Dartmouth – as part of the finance track within the economics major, I was lucky enough to take this class which gave me an incredibly deep understanding of financial markets and intermediaries, and expanded a lot on my knowledge of corporate finance.
I was fortunate enough to be able to intern at Citi over the summer – this was an incredibly enlightening experience, and well-placed me to begin a career in the industry.
I was lucky enough this term to take a class in the Tuck school of business. Here at Dartmouth, you can access these higher level business classes as an undergraduate!
The week had an exhilarating start as I dedicated a lot of time to my economics research project. Dartmouth's summer term offers an excellent opportunity to delve into academic pursuits without the usual distractions of the regular semester, especially for me as an international student who is not taking classes for the term. With the guidance of my supportive faculty advisor, I am helping to delve deep into the historical and economic implications of educational funding, using education during segregation as a primary point of study. This work has been extremely interesting and fulfilling, as its uses and importance are in-expressable.
Collaboration is a cornerstone of Dartmouth's academic environment, and today was no exception. I met with some passionate professors to discuss my findings and gain valuable insights. Dartmouth fosters a tight-knit community where everyone is genuinely invested in each other's success, making research a truly enriching experience. I have also found the availability of funding for students who wish to undertake research an invaluable resource, as I am a first-gen low-income student, meaning I rely on the wide range of resources we have here at Dartmouth to spend my 'off' term on campus!
This week, I also got to put on my alumni hat as I prepared to welcome the Sutton Trust, a community-based organization of which I have the privilege of being an alumus. The Sutton Trust aims to provide educational opportunities for talented students from disadvantaged backgrounds in the UK. Dartmouth's commitment to diversity and inclusivity aligns perfectly with the Trust's mission, making it an ideal host for their visit, and I enjoyed meeting yet another cohort of students.
A wonderful pic of me doing research!
I was abuzz with excitement as we greeted the Sutton Trust members. The day overall was pretty chill, given the fact they have been traveling a lot already, but I was able to answer questions on a student panel, and I sat down and grabbed lunch with them to answer even more questions!
Dartmouth College has undoubtably been a transformative experience for me. Beyond the classroom, I've had the chance to conduct meaningful research, engage with my community, and help aspiring students achieve their dreams. The supportive environment and the wealth of resources and opportunities have empowered me to explore my passions and turn them into purposeful action. Meeting those excellent individuals that make up the Sutton Trust only reminded me of how lucky I am to have these opportunities, and just how much students from my background are capable of, given such opportunities.
It's hard to believe that it has been a year since I wrote my first end-of-fall-term reflection. It felt like only yesterday that I stepped into my dorm room this September, eager to reunite with my friends.
Applying early to a university can be overwhelming and confusing. As someone who did not apply to Dartmouth through early decision, here are a couple tips that I could have used when thinking about applying early to a school!
