Robin Martinez
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Robin's D-Plan
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FallDartmouth
Favorite Class: Writing 5: The Pursuit of HappinessIn this course, we explore what it means to be happy, how we can be happy, and whether happiness is worth pursuing.
WinterDartmouth
Favorite Class: The Price SystemIn this introduction to microeconomics, we learn about relevant economic policies and their impact on our day-to-day lives.
SpringDartmouth
Favorite Class: Introduction to Programming and ComputationThis term, I am learning the basics of computer science and coding through Python—a nifty programming language.
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FallAlbuquerque, NM
Favorite Class: Off termThis term, I am working for U.S Census Bureau as an Enumerator, and as a cook in the hottest new restaurant in town: Tako Ten.
WinterHanover, NH
Favorite Class: Computer Animation (the state of the art)In this class, I am learning to animate just like the pros at Pixar! So cool!
SpringAlbuquerque, NM
Favorite Class: Software Design and ImplementationIn this C programming course, we're learning to build systems in teams. Our final project will be a fully-functional networked game!
SummerHanover, NH
Favorite Class: Exploring the UniverseIn 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.
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FallHanover, NH
Favorite Class: French IOne of my life goals is to learn a third language. So, there's no better way to start than with French I!
WinterHanover, NH
Favorite Class: Drawing IIn 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.
SpringToulouse, France
Favorite Class: Exploring French Culture and LanguageAn introduction to the way of life and society in France.
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FallHanover, NH
Favorite Class: Labor EconomicsThis 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.
WinterHanover, NH
Favorite Class: Painting IPainting 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.
SpringHanover, NH
Favorite Class: Motivation, Drugs, and AddictionThis 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.
What Does Student Assembly Do?
Student Assembly is Dartmouth's student government and represents the interests of all undergraduate students. Aside from fun projects, Student Assembly gets to work with Dartmouth's administration when making policy affecting all of campus.
A First-Generation Student's First Term of College
FYSEP is a program to help first-generation students thrive in college. Part of the program's goal is to create a community for first-generation students to support one another and forge meaningful relationships.
My First Time Rock Climbing
We climbed Rumney Rocks in Rattlesnake Mountain, and the trip, food, and gear were all free.
I Saw Bernie Sanders at Dartmouth!
This fall, Bernie Sanders made a pit stop at Dartmouth as he made his way down the campaign trail in the Northeast.
Midterms, Midterms, and more Midterms!
It's midterm season at Dartmouth. Stress can get in the way of your academics, so here are my tips for clearing your head and staying healthy during exam season.
A Night at the O-Farm
I finished my first week of college a few days ago and it was, in short, a good time.
New Kid on the Blog
Welcome to my first blog! My name is Robin. I am a '23, aka freshman, from Annapolis, Maryland.