你好！Or Hi! My name is Taylor, and I'm a '27! I'm from Beijing, China. I'm hoping to major in Mathematics Modified with Computer Science and minor in Religion. Outside of the classroom, you can find me going on hikes with the Dartmouth Outing club, drawing or crafting at the jewelry studio, or having fun, philosophical conversations with friends!
Academic Program
(Intended) Mathematics Modified with Computer Science, Religion
Coming to Dartmouth with a solid background in French (Delf B2), I find French 3 a perfect fit for me -- it helps me to consolidate a lot of key grammar and vocabs, and fun weekly cultural activities like coffee hours and french lunch table offers me chances to relax in busy times. While the class is very rigorous and requires a lot of hard work, my professor is so nice and makes the class very fun! I also look forward to going to Dartmouth's Toulouse LSA program after completion of this class!
This course explores how Buddhist concepts of embodiment affect daily life and society in Southeast Asian contexts, and how the intersection of religion, sexuality, and gender impact broader understandings of authority, wisdom, beauty, death, and loyalty. The class takes on many forms beyond mere lectures -- a visit to the Hood Museum of Art, mindfulness practices, and small Buddha-crafting projects. Our professor (the sweetest Prof. MK Long) also invites many of her colleagues at other institutes as guest lecturers to our class so that we can learn from real experts specializing in different countries in Southeast Asia. I have learned a lot from the class and decided to become a religion major after this course!
Having never enjoyed math classes before college, I'm surprised (again) by how I'm becoming a math major and falling in love with math here! My professor (Prof. Shu Longmei, who graduated from the best university in my hometown) is incredibly good at teaching the concepts -- not just explaining things clearly but also showing us the beauty and elegance of calculus. I really look forward to taking more math classes in the future!
SummerVietnam & Beijing, China
I first visited pagodas in Vietnam for a couple of weeks and had days of conversations with monastics! Then, I returned home to savor time spent with my family and old friends, focus on my mental and physical health, and study and work a bit.
How Dartmouth Students Spend Their Winterim? Part 1: EMT Course
My friend NaamOon, a Dartmouth sophomore pursuing the premed track, spent three weeks over the winterim taking the Accelerated EMT course. In this blog, I interviewed her regarding her experience taking this course over winterm.
What is the EMT course about, and what motivated you to participate?
"The Winterim Accelerated EMT Course, offered by Dartmouth EMS, provides an intensive introduction to emergency medical services over a condensed timeline. It runs from Monday to Thursday, with classes from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. I was motivated to participate because I'm a sophomore on the premed track, and I wanted to gain practical skills and knowledge in emergency medicine. The intensive nature of the course promised to give me a comprehensive overview in just three weeks, which I found really appealing."
How was the course structured, and what did a typical day look like?
"The course included a mix of lectures, practical skills training, and even guest speakers. There were about 55 participants, so we were typically divided into 2-3 groups. Each day, we engaged with online modules and hands-on training simultaneously. A typical day involved attending lectures that covered crucial topics in EMS, followed by practical sessions where we learned how to use different equipment. We also had the opportunity to hear from local guest speakers, such as Doug Hackett, Hanover's Director of Communications, which added valuable insights to our learning experience."
EMT Training
What did you like most about this experience?
"Given that this course condenses content typically taught over 3-4 months into just 11 days, the workload was intense. We were often tasked with several hours of study beyond full-day classes, including evenings and weekends. However, the reward for that investment was substantial. I came away feeling enriched by the comprehensive curriculum, and I particularly enjoyed learning about EMS logistics, mastering new skills, and familiarizing myself with various equipment.
Beyond the academic benefits, the course also fostered an excellent environment for building camaraderie. I had the chance to connect with classmates and forge new friendships, enhancing my overall experience. In conclusion, the Winterim Accelerated EMT Course was an invaluable opportunity—both for my personal growth and for my interest in pursuing a future in emergency medical services. I'm grateful I took this leap, and I look forward to applying what I've learned in real-world scenarios."
This past December, I traveled to Vietnam as part of the "Developing Vietnam" study abroad program! Here is a—little overdue—photo journal of my three weeks in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon).
