Hey there! My name is Pau and I am a '25 from Nicaragua! At Dartmouth, I am a Government major modified with Economics and I also plan to minor in International Studies. A little more about me is that I have an undying passion for eating fruit, watching sunrises/sunsets, petting dogs, and finding myself in warm, cozy places. Feel free to ask me any questions on anything and everything that piques your interest about Dartmouth! I love to share :) Go Big Green!
In this class we pondered essential questions centered around human existence. To tackle "What Matters" we took a quest throughout time exploring different events throughout our collective history that have de-centered us in space and time and made us question how we derive meaning and purpose in our lives.
This class was led by Lisa Adams, MD, and Dr. John Butterly, MD, who are both AMAZING. This class discussed several health issues such as diseases, malnourishment, and improper sanitation that still plagues the world today and various solutions that can be undertaken to increase the overall health and wellbeing of the world's population.
A hallmark of the Dartmouth education, ECON 1 "The Price System" is offered during every term at Dartmouth except the summer. Whether or not students want to major in economics, many decide to make the first plunge into the world of supply and demand through this introductory course. ECON 1 was a memorable part of my Freshman Spring as I became engrossed into the economics department through the teachings of Professor Diego Ramos-Toro. This class helped me and other students alike gain an understanding of economic policy and concepts that I continue to be useful today. ECON 1 is a profoundly helpful course that would be beneficial to all students regardless of their academic interests.
Development Economics is a course that focuses on using statistical methodologies to understand a fundamental question what makes some countries rich and others poor? And what can we do about it?
Violence and Security is a class offered through the International Studies Department that seeks to understand the underlying causes of human conflict. To answer this question, the class takes on a multidisciplinary approach and draws from the fields of biology, anthropology, economics, and political science. I loved the way in which the class sought to “illuminate the news” through our discussions and also created a vivid space for us to actively question human behavior and the implications of governmental policy towards security.
Government 5 is one of Dartmouth’s most popular courses. In it, students get a taste for subjects in the international realm by thinking critically about the multiple facets of international politics including questions of conflict and security, global economics and trade, climate change, as well as allegiances and cooperation. I loved the way in which Professor Daryl Press was able to expertly weave current events into the class in order to make students gain a deeper understanding of the topics at hand.
This summer, I have been on a mission to take advantage of the outdoor opportunities offered by Dartmouth. The Dartmouth Outing Club (DOC) is a gem of an organization that offers a variety of classes, trips, gear, and even cabin rentals. This past week, I went on two cabin camping trips to the Class of 1966 Lodge.
The Class of 1966 Lodge was built and designed by students and is able to accommodate up to 49 individuals. It is located a 10 minute drive from Hanover upon, which cabin-goers must then partake in an easy 15 minute hike in order to get to the cabin. The cabin has electricity and running water (though the water is not potable) and has a privy nearby.
On Sunday I went cabin camping with my sorority, Kappa Kappa Gamma, for a sisterhood event. In the Cabin, we sat around a large table and talked, played games, and enjoyed pizza and s'mores for the evening. On this particular occasion, many people did not want to stay overnight, so after a couple of hours, we packed up and went back to Hanover. It was the perfect bonding event and opportunity to be outdoors for a few hours.
I went on another cabin camping trip that same Tuesday with a large friend group. As anyone can rent cabins through the DOC, groups are always welcome to rent out spaces and use it whenever they like it! Almost forty people came over to the Class of '66 Lodge where we enjoyed building a fire, playing poker, and socializing. It was amazing to come to his cabin nestled in the middle of the woods for a second time during the same week. Groups came and went as their schedules permitted. Some of my friends had big exams the next day so they left a little after having had dinner while others stayed the night and got back to Hanover just in time for their morning classes.
Unique opportunities such as these have made my time at Dartmouth truly special. Even though I am not the most skilled outdoorsy person in the world, I am surrounded by plenty of opportunities to partake in outdoor experiences through Dartmouth. As a subpar camper, I still loved to bond with various groups by participating in these cabin trips. These are some of the one-of-a-kind experiences that are only available here.
I have written about being a student worker plenty of times in the past, but I have yet to talk about one of my favorite jobs ever: ticket selling at the Hopkins Center for the Arts.
Planning on visiting Dartmouth as a prospective student or an interested person wanting to see our beautiful campus? In this post, I share insider tips to ensure your visit is fulfilled!
Witnessing an eclipse was one of the most exciting days in my life to date, and a solid reminder of our place in this universe. Read on to hear about it!
