Taoheng (Tao) Chen

Class of 2028

No. 1
Build That Bonfire!

Before the Bonfire even happened, I had the opportunity to help build it! My friend and I, along with fellow 28s, took turns in shifts to build up a mega star-shaped bonfire. And then we got to sign it afterwards with our names—it took our class two days and tons of pizza breaks in between!
No. 2
Walking the Bonfire

Perhaps the most exciting of them all, our class got to walk around the bonfire with our housing communities. This was something I’ve never experienced before, seeing a giant flame igniting the school spirit on The Green. Upperclassmen and alumni cheered us on as we walked around the Bonfire, paralleling the powerful flame igniting our spirit. I'm proud to say that I’ve officially “come home”!
No. 3
Class Spirit and Karaoke

At Dartmouth, I’m also a part of the student council, who are in charge of planning class events to promote community. After the Bonfire, I got to lead a giant karaoke session where I sang my heart out with my classmates; what’s more exciting is that I’m still meeting new people from my class even though I’ve been here for more than two months. I think the beautiful thing about Dartmouth is exactly the tight-knit community that makes Dartmouth, Dartmouth!
No. 4
First Football Game

Coming from New York City, where my high school was inside an office building, I didn’t have a chance to attend a football game. However, the bonfire was the first time I got to dress up in full Dartmouth merch, and watch a game with my roommate! He explained to me the rules of football as the game progressed; this is another one of Dartmouth’s many opportunities for me to explore new things I’ve never experienced before.

Posted 12/14/2024 at 9:00 AMAll List Posts

Posts You Might Like

Visit the Blog

A student writes on a chalkboard in red, yellow, and blue colored chalk: "AAPIHM CLOSING EVENT KARAOKE & RAFFLE! 8-11PM"

Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month @ Dartmouth

In celebration of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPIHM), a variety of programming was offered to celebrate AAPI students and culture on campus. Read on to hear about my experience serving on the committee and attending events!

Oscar Chun 2028

Interview with Professor Colleen Boggs

Professor of English, author of multiple books on American literature, and recipient of fellowships from the National Endowment for the Humanities, the American Philosophical Society, and the Mellon Foundation—meet Professor Colleen Boggs.

Luana Neves 2028

A picture of red fireworks lighting up the night sky

The Fourth of July: Dartmouth Edition

The Fourth of July: a federal holiday usually spent over summer break with family and friends. Not this year, though! As a result of sophomore summer, I spent this holiday with my friends at Dartmouth.

Cal Shin 2027

Spring Has Sprung on Campus!

I've gotten so much joy out of snapping pics of all the flowers that have been springing up this term!

Andrea Agola 2026

Three students pose in front of Dartmouth's Baker Library after the rain, with a faint rainbow visible in the sky.

My First Green Key on the Programming Board

Behind the scenes of Dartmouth's biggest spring weekend: Green Key, as a member of the Programming Board!

Rika Masuda Singh 2028

6 Boxes, 2 Suitcases, and So Much Love!

Goodbye Wheeler! Now, where do I put my stuff!?

Dezstany Garcia 2028

The Trick to East Coast Travel Without a Car

Despite Dartmouth being on the periphery of the broader Northeast region, its access to major transportation hubs makes travel stress-free. But, how can students without a car see the rest of New England?