Natasha Raman
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Natasha's D-Plan
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FallOn Campus
Favorite Class: Chinese 004: Advanced First-Year ChineseChinese 004 was my first language class at Dartmouth. Although the class was fast-paced and a lot of work, my professor, Alan Li, was really engaging and I became close with my classmates.
WinterOn Campus
Favorite Class: Public Policy 5: Introduction to Public PolicyI really enjoyed this class! My professor, Charles Wheelan, was so hilarious and an amazing lecturer. I still find myself applying concepts I learned in that class to my real life.
SpringRemote
Favorite Class: Computer Science 1: Introduction to Programming and ComputationAs part of Dartmouth's liberal arts mission, all students have to take a technology or applied science course with a lab component in order to graduate. I decided to take computer science 1 to fulfill this requirement. As someone with no prior coding experience, I definitely was challenged in this class. However, by the end of the term, I gained a valuable skill and was really proud of how far I came!
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FallRemote
Favorite Class: History 08.02: The Making of the Modern World EconomyThis class inspired me to be a history major! In this class, I learned about the major economic developments that occurred from the 1800s till now. I found this topic to be very fascinating, and I really enjoyed the way my professor, Stefan Link, taught the material.
WinterRemote
Favorite Class: Sociology 10: Quantitative Analysis of Social DataIn this class, I was taught the basics of conducting quantitative analysis. We primarily worked in STATA and utilized statistical concepts to analyze social science data. My professor, Kristin Smith, was so incredibly kind and made sure that everyone in the class understood the material.
SpringRemote
Favorite Class: History 72: Imperial China in a Global ContextI gained a comprehensive understanding of Chinese history from this class. As an asynchronous class, I had to be incredibly organized and diligent to ensure I was on top of the material. My professor, Pamela Crossley, was incredibly knowledgeable and was always available to talk to if I had any questions.
SummerOn-Campus
Favorite Class: History 064: The Great War and The Transformation of EuropeThis was my first European history course at Dartmouth, and I loved it so much! My professor, David Petruccelli, was an engaging lecturer and was always willing to talk with me whenever I had a question. I learned so much about World War I and its implications on European and international politics.
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FallOn-Campus
Favorite Class: Public Policy 45: Introduction to Public Policy ResearchI have really enjoyed Public Policy 45 with Professor Ronald Shaiko. As a public policy minor, I have found the material in the course to be both interesting and useful. In this course, we learn about different research methods and apply what we learn to conduct non-partisan policy research.
Having Fun at the Skiway!
Without a doubt, winter carnival is one of my favorite Dartmouth traditions. Every year, I get excited about the myriad of activities there are to do, ranging from making ice sculptures to competing in a snowshoeing race.
A Fun Start to Senior Fall!
In addition to looking forward to reuniting with all of my amazing friends who were spread across the country this summer, I was also excited to take part in all of the fun activities available at Dartmouth and the Upper Valley region.
Interviewing Students Who Are Taking A Leave Term
Many of my friends are taking their leave term this winter, so I thought it would be fun to interview them about their experiences so far.
A Fun and Fulfilling Parents Weekend!
This term, Dartmouth hosted Family Weekend. I was so excited about seeing my parents in person because I missed them so much!
My Rose, Bud, and Thorn For This Term
As the term is quickly coming to a close, I figure this is an excellent time to reflect by doing my own rose, bud, and thorn for this fall!
A (First-Year) Trip Down Memory Lane
In a full-circle moment, I participated in First-year Trips again as a junior this fall!
No Summertime Sadness Here: A Reflection on My Sophomore Summer
As people are beginning to trade in their tank tops for sweaters and iced coffees for pumpkin-spiced lattes, I can't help but reminisce about my summer term at Dartmouth.
Sunshine and Swimming: What I am Looking Forward to This Summer!
Whenever you ask a Dartmouth alumnus about their favorite term in college, many of them will tell you sophomore summer. Here are some of the activities I am most looking forward to this term:
My Experience with Virtual Rush and Greek Life
This term, many Dartmouth students, including myself, went through the rush process. Although this process sounded utterly nerve-wracking at first, I soon realized that it wasn't so bad!
Being in an Asynchronous Class
This term, I am taking an asynchronous class titled "Nomad Rulers and Origins of the Modern World." An interesting aspect of this course is that it is completely taught asynchronously.