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Luke Grayson
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Luke's D-Plan
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FallHanover
Favorite Class: History of the English LanguageThis course delved deep into the linguistic development of the English language! It was super interesting, especially given my own unique accent!
WinterHanover
Favorite Class: Coloring BrazilThis 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.
SpringHanover
Favorite Class: Creativity and CollaborationA 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.'
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FallHanover
Favorite Class: Introduction to ItalianHaving 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!
WinterHanover
Favorite Class: History of the British EmpireThis 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!
SpringHanover
Favorite Class: MacroeconomicsI LOVED this class. Macroeconomics is the reason I chose to study the subject, and this class reinforced how happy I am with that decision!
SummerHanover
Favorite Class: Research!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!
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FallHanover
Favorite Class: Economics 24: Development EconomicsThis course teaches all about the economics of the development of economies, focusing on many case studies concerning education, housing, healthcare, and more!
WinterHanover
Favorite Class: CS 1: Introduction to Computer ScienceThis 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!
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Everything Everywhere all at Once: Beginning Another Term at Dartmouth
I watched an awesome movie recently... Here is how it reminded me of my Dartmouth experience!
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An Ode to the Advent of Spring (and Dartmouth's History)
As the end of Winter looms and Spring is raring to dawn, why not take a stroll down memory lane, and look at Dartmouth Winters past?
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How Dartmouth Prepares you for Recruiting!
Finding a career is one of the hardest (and often most foreign) part of the college experience; here is how Dartmouth makes life easier!
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Stimulating Student Curiosity: Undergraduate Research at Dartmouth
Here at Dartmouth, our small student body and undergraduate focus mean that undergraduate research is not only possible, but common! Read on to find out more…
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Pirates in the Snow? Winter Carnival 2023
Winter Carnival is one of Dartmouth's oldest and most loved traditions. It's a time that sees generations of alumni return to campus, with everyone taking part in winter activities! Read on to hear about this year's carnival.
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The Princeton Hockey Game!
During winter at Dartmouth, hockey is a pretty big deal. There's no game more important, though, than the annual bout against Princeton! Here is why it is so anticipated every year!
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Clubs and Interdisciplinary Learning at Dartmouth
Dartmouth uses the liberal arts system, which means you gain an education in a range of subjects! Here is how that plays into clubs and interests at Dartmouth!
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Finding Research at Dartmouth
One of the many considerations for me when looking at colleges, was the availability of research—something which Dartmouth is great for! Read on to hear more!
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Taking Snowboarding Lessons at Dartmouth!
Winter has rolled around again… Which means snowsports are back on at Dartmouth!
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Two-Course Terms and Summer Research: Taking Advantage of the D-Plan as an International Student
One of the coolest things about Dartmouth is the D-Plan! It is an amazing and flexible system that allows your academic life to flow seamlessly around your future plans. Here is an international student's perspective on it.