Hi all! Welcome to my blog! My name is Robin. I am a senior studying Economics and the Digital Arts. Outside of class I'm a guitarist, amateur rock climber, and seasoned billiard player–if you're on campus, there's a good chance you can find me at the Collis pool hall. I love Dartmouth and am sharing my journey through this blog. So if you're a prospie, parent, or Dartmouth enthusiast, you've come to the right place!
In this class, I'll be learning about stellar evolution, the origin of the elements, the deaths of stars, black holes, the structure of our Galaxy, other galaxies, dark matter, the expanding universe and the big bang.
In this class, we explore the issues of mark, line, scale, space, light and composition. I'm not naturally a great artist, but I love art and am taking this course to improve my skills.
This course studies the economic behavior of employers and employees as they interact in the labor market, covering topics such as human capital investment, the structure and determinants of financial compensation and benefits packages, contract negotiations and arbitration.
Painting I is an introductory class in oil painting techniques, painting language, and critical thinking. Major topics that will be covered include: basic color theory, color mixing, paint application, and color composition.
This course explores how the brain controls our motivation to pursue goals and how drugs of abuse hijack those systems, exploring in detail how narcotic drugs (opioids, stimulants, alcohol, cannabis) act in the brain and the mechanisms underlying the transition from drug use to addiction.
Exercise is a crucial part of a healthy lifestyle. It gives you energy, relieves stress, and is a good way to catch a break after a long day. So, I always do my best to get a workout in no matter what my schedule looks like—thankfully, finding something to do is pretty easy. Here are some ways to get out and exercise at Dartmouth.
Sports
Dartmouth has lots of sports teams at different playing levels. There is varsity, for both recruited athletes and walk-ons; clubs sports, for competitive athletes who want a more relaxed environment than varsity; and intramural sports, the most casual level where everyone is welcome. So, there is something for everyone even if you want to try a sport you have never played before. Plus, the communities are very welcoming.
The Gym
Dartmouth's Alumni Gym is open to every student free of charge. There you can find a running track, cardio machines, and weight equipment. Additionally, there are tennis and basketball courts around the building, and you can borrow equipment from the main desk to play with friends.
Running
If you're into running, you're in luck. Running around campus is one of my favorite things to do when the weather warms up a bit. And there are a lot of routes. For example, you can run around Occom Pond, which has an awesome view year-round, and take a side path to the golf course and run through its trails. Even in winter, you can catch students jogging this route during their study breaks.
These are just three ways to stay active at Dartmouth. Depending on the season, there are lots more to do, such as ice skating, swimming, snowboarding, etc. So, in short, finding ways to exercise at Dartmouth is a piece of cake.
In addition to blogging, I work as a Fellow for the Tucker Center, which focuses on promoting spiritual and ethical life on campus. As part of this role, I'm leading the Interfaith Alternative Spring Break Trip. Read on to learn more about my work!
