Welcome!! My name is Serena and I'm a '28 from New York City. I couldn't be more excited to be here at Dartmouth and share my experiences with all of you! I know I want to explore English Literature alongside a STEM discipline. I love to run, play volleyball, hike, knit, and read books! If you want to hear about a city kid's adventures in rural New Hampshire, follow along as I experience life in the woods!
In this dynamic class, Visiting Professor Vera Kallenberg taught us a survey of Jewish history and culture from the European enlightenment to the establishment of the State of Israel while also sharing her wealth of knowledge with us! Our small, seminar-style class lent itself to profound conversations around the difficult topics that arose during our discussions. From the Haskalah to discourse around the modern-day Israel-Palestine conflict, our class approached these topics with respect and care for one another. We read historical texts and fascinating personal narratives for homework, and then wove our knowledge about the past and present together in class discussions. What an incredible course!
Attend a Pre Chanukah Chabad at Dartmouth Party in NYC with me!
Even during Winter Break, I am able to enjoy and interact with Dartmouth connections! On December 19th, I attended a Pre Chanukah Chabad at Dartmouth Party. An alum of '08 hosted this party at his apartment on the Upper East Side in New York City for the Chabad at Dartmouth Community. My friend Maytal (who took the train into NYC from her home in Connecticut) and I attended this party together!
This was such a fun and great opportunity to interact more with the Jewish Dartmouth community. I chatted with alums, Chabad Rabbi Moshe Gray and his wife Chani, and current Dartmouth students.
Rabbi Moshe Gray gave a short speech to everyone present. He emphasized the importance of Jewish pride, Zionism, Chabad, and (of course) Shabbat dinners. He expressed thankfulness for the safety of our Dartmouth campus. Two current Dartmouth students then spoke to the room about their positive memories and experiences at Chabad.
Me and my friends hanging out at the Hannukah party!
Personally, I have found Chabad a really great place to be at. I am still figuring out where I like to go (Hillel or Chabad) for certain Jewish Holidays, but I remember I had a great Sukkot meal at Chabad! I also love going to Friday night Shabbat dinners where I am surrounded by good food and good friends. The "Bring a Friend" Shabbat Dinner stands out as one of my favorite memories from Chabad. I took a couple of my non Jewish friends to Chabad where we ate home-cooked food (I even made my friends try Gefilte fish!) and my friends learned more about Jewish traditions and customs. It was such an amazing and positive experience for all of us!
Me and one of my best friends Grace at "Bring a Friend" Shabbat dinner!
Coming from a Jewish Day School, I find that places like Chabad are extremely meaningful to me. I am so grateful that I have a safe and welcoming place to stay connected to my Judaism.
A history class that starts with music, brings the past to life through debates and museum visits, and just might make me a history minor—welcome to History of China Since the 1800s.
Valentine's Day at Dartmouth is an exciting day to spread love and appreciation for the people around you! On campus, a myriad of programs are hosted for all students to enjoy.
