Hi all! Welcome to my very public blogging page! I am Toni Fabian '25, the middle child of my family, from a small town in sunny Southern California. I plan to study economics and human-centered design. I am passionate about culture, educational equity, and social justice. I will be writing about all things Dartmouth, from the infamous FOCO cookies to the resources and opportunities offered here on campus. I am truly so excited to bring you along with me while I navigate my college journey!
Academic Program
Intended majors: Economics and Sociology; Intended minor: Human-Centered Design
The autumn leaves are falling, their brilliant colors fill the campus with life and wonder. For me, these leaves symbolize the changing of our time. My Dartmouth experience has consisted of rewarding myself with daily hot chocolates from our Novack Cafe, and the occasional chocolate pastry.
Here at Dartmouth, we just completed Week 5 of the Fall Term. This week tends to be filled with midterms and presentations, there was an animal zoo and I got a snapshot of these cute chickens!
It is quite beautiful to reflect on my being and how much I have traveled to become the person that I am today. All my classes at Dartmouth have cultivated me into a more confident, happier, and genuine human being. They are all rigorous, fast-paced, and awe-inspiring. I have been able to manage the hours of the day by creating a precise schedule that ensures that I am on top of everything that I need to accomplish for every day of the week. From the fascinating problem sets in Economics 1 to the many meetings and commitments I have. I have never felt happier, as I have been focusing on myself and making myself a better person each and every day. Dartmouth's amazing opportunities and resources have given me a platform to be involved within the Dartmouth community, and even in the vibrant Upper Valley communities!
Here is an amazing picture of a goose!
I am now going to talk about my social life at Dartmouth. However, before I do, I will write about the past me. In the past, I have struggled with finding "true friends" that wanted me for me. I often felt scrutinized and judged by people that created a false image of me. I often questioned if I was deserving of "friends". However, at Dartmouth, for the very little time that I have been here, I have finally found my community. I have met some of the kindest, smartest, and most genuine people in my entire life. The bonds that I have created are relationships that I will hold very close to my heart for the rest of my life.
Ari and I walking to Baker-Berry Library!
Just recently, I went roller skating and was about to fall onto the cold wooden surface. However, at that moment, an older Dartmouth student caught me and told me that she wasn't going to let me fall. Moments like these are what truly make me grateful for Dartmouth's caring and loving community. I never got to ask for her name, so if you're reading this, I love and appreciate you!
As finals approach and my countdown for winter break, I reflect on my first term here as a Dartmouth student–the traditions, classes, routines, and connections that have defined my first-year fall.
Here is my last blog post for this term, so I wanted to end it on a positive note. Here are the best moments from 22F, my favorite term at Dartmouth so far!
Curious about being Native-American/Indigenous at Dartmouth? Read up on my interview with three '26s Lexie, Liliana, and Keva as they share their experiences and why they chose Dartmouth.
