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    Academics at Dartmouth and a Four-Course Term?

    Traditionally, Dartmouth students take three courses during a term, but I decided to take four courses this term! Learn about course load and the academic system at Dartmouth.

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    Nathan Hammerschmitt Le Gal 2027
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    Happy New Year! Plans and Hopes for a Dartmouth Sophomore

    Happy New Year! In this blog I share my plans for 2024 as a Dartmouth sophomore, as well as some hopes for the new year.

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    Olivia Koo 2026
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    Recap of My Fall "Off-Term"

    This is my second off-term of my Dartmouth career, and it's been quite unique. Let me walk you through it!

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    Gavin Fry 2025
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    The Dartmouth Experience, and the D-Plan: An Interview with a '24

    Let's talk about Dartmouth and the D-Plan with a current Dartmouth senior!

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    Kabir Beotra 2026
  • Embracing Dartmouth's D-Plan: A Deep Dive into Flexibility, Exploration, and Growth

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    For the D-Plan, must students take classes for all four quarters a year or can they take one quarter off a year?

    A: Adrian Chimboza '25

    When you think of college, the typical two-semester system probably pops into your mind. But Dartmouth, with its commitment to unique and tailored learning experiences, offers something refreshingly different: the D-Plan.

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    Adrian Chimboza 2025
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    What do Dartmouth Students do on 'Off-Terms'?

    Since we run on the D-Plan here at Dartmouth, students are able to elect which terms (including the summer) they take classes, and which they designate to be 'Off.' This is super helpful for a range of reasons – here are a few examples!

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    Luke Grayson 2025
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    Sophomore Summer As An International Student

    Sophomore summer is one of Dartmouth's most popular and beloved traditions.

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    Chidera Duru 2025
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    A Term Away from Dartmouth

    As a tour guide, I often tell people about the full immersion experience of internships and study abroads. But what does it really feel like to be away from campus?

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    Caroline York 2025
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    Let's Talk About the Dartmouth "D-Plan"

    Dartmouth's quarter system allows for some pretty neat experiences throughout the year. Here's what my experience has been like so far…

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    Gavin Fry
    Gavin Fry 2025
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