Why should you come to Dartmouth? While this question is one that I always anticipate being asked, my answer always changes—from our community, location, and resources there are so many reasons to want to call Dartmouth your home.
I thought about how I would attack as I paced from corner to corner, my head as vacant as an empty bottle. The crumpled-up drafts on the floor just added to my nervousness, but I needed to write a 'Why Dartmouth' essay. How? I had no idea.
I thought I'd use this blog post to share a bit more about Dartmouth's profound sense of place my first in-person (non-Zoom) term— particularly, the people, the place, and the pines.
How would you describe Dartmouth's sense of place?
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There are no shortage of words in mind, but those that come most quickly are picturesque, inviting, and more than anything like something out of a movie.
This term, I've truly cherished the opportunity to live and learn on Dartmouth's 269-acre campus. Come follow along to learn more about what I've gained from Dartmouth's profound sense of place!
My personal visit to Dartmouth was a huge factor in my decision to apply, so in honor of Week 7, I hope this blog post can virtually illustrate some of what Dartmouth has to offer in seven images – worth 7,000 words!