Hey everybody! My name is Matthew, and I'm a '27 from Florida majoring in Biology. Outside of the classroom, I am involved in Dartmouth's theatre scene and outdoor programs, as well as undergraduate research, mock trial, and Greek life. In the future, I'm hoping to merge my passions for scientific discovery and teaching others by becoming a professor. I love being a part of everything Dartmouth has to offer, and I hope you enjoy coming along for the ride!
Hello Dartmouth (and the world)! My name is Matthew Monroe, and hailing from the land of manatees and Mickey Mouse, I can't wait to share with you the experience of a Floridian in a New England college! First and foremost, let's get the icebreakers out of the way. I`m Matthew (I said that already), and I'm a '27. I'm a potential Biology or Chemistry major, but I have a lot of other academic interests. I'm a Scorpio, and I enjoy long walks on the beach (though I think I'll have to get used to long walks in the woods instead). My favorite food is rice and beans, and my primary extracurricular interest is theatre, which I hope to be involved with at Dartmouth! I'm also very excited to take advantage of all of the language-study options available here. In my free time, I like painting and spending time in nature, and recently, I've been trying to learn guitar (keyword: trying). A fun fact about me is that I was born with webbed toes! It feels a tad bit inappropriate to post a picture for proof, so you'll just have to take my word for it. A second, less weird fun fact is that I have four cats at home!
Now that you have an idea of who I am, let's talk blog. As a member of the People Places Pines team, I hope to give you a more nuanced and in-depth view of the niche and overlooked gems to be discovered at Dartmouth. From classes to clubs to cool spots on campus, I want to highlight all of the little things that make life at Dartmouth special. I know building a college list and making school decisions can be really hard. I've been there, believe me. But I hope by showing you as many of the intricacies of the Dartmouth experience as possible, you'll be able to build a fuller picture of what the college has to offer. In high school, I was hyper-involved in a multitude of different clubs, extracurriculars, and experiences. At Dartmouth, I can't wait to do the same, this time bringing you along for the ride!
Reflecting on how this school has changed my life for the better during the past year – reconnecting to my reasons behind choosing to call this place home each and every day.
