I had no idea what I was getting into by committing to a college in the US, so it all seemed daunting. Here's the advice I would have given my high school senior self in mentally preparing for college.
Batuhan Saridede
2026
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What's something you've done at Dartmouth that you couldn't have done or experienced anywhere else?
A:From the small, tight-knit community to the extremely personable faculty, and even our own ski mountain, due to its size, Dartmouth has a wide variety of facilities, activities, and experiences that aren't found on most college campuses—let's talk
Garrett Crouch 2026 -
For the last term of my freshman year, I'm finishing up some requirements, a tried-and-true choice. The overall class choices in my freshman year were standard, but rewarding all the same!
Olivia Koo 2026 -
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What do you wish you knew about Dartmouth before attending?
A:I wish I knew more about the quarter system and how much of a double-edged sword it can be.
Garrett Crouch 2026 -
"What even is a First-Year Trip?" Leading up to my trek into the wilderness, I did not expect to be immersed in campus culture and community nearly as much as I was. This is my First-Year Trips experience with D751: Cabin Camping and Performing Arts!
Brendilou Armstrong 2026 -
As I reflect on the process of adjusting to college life, I'm eager to convey what Dartmouth is all about. So join me, let me introduce myself, and feel free to stick around—this is the first of many blog posts! : )
Garrett Crouch 2026 -
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Going cliff jumping into a River with people you just met. Almost stepping on a snake. Having your first snowfall. There's a lot more, but that's why Dartmouth.
Chase Harvey 2025 -
It's surreal that two terms of my freshman year already swung by. The last six months were filled with important lessons and personal growth. And I wanted to share what some of my "key" takeaways were!
Daniel Kang 2025
