
People Places Pines
With a max word count of 100, my cursor blinked mockingly at me. I already knew I wanted to attend Dartmouth, and I knew why—I wanted the small tight-knit community, the beautiful campus, and most importantly, the vibe that campus radiated to me.

I sat down with my friend, Ali '20, who conducts interviews, to gain some insight into what students should expect for the interviews.


As the 23s, 24s, and 25s shared our first Green Key together, Dartmouth ended up bringing my middle-school self's favorite band to campus: here's how my Green Key went!


It's a Dartmouth tradition to celebrate Green Key every spring. What exactly is Green Key you ask? In short, it is one of the best weekends ever.


Last week was week 8 of spring term at Dartmouth, which means only one thing: Green Key!


Here are the courses my friends and I have taken to fulfill the distributive requirement for art.


Here are some reflections and thoughts I had undergoing my last term of freshman year!


My most used item on campus by far is my L.L.Bean Quad Pack. Because I don't go anywhere without it, I've perfected its contents to perfectly accommodate my day-to-day life.


The event of the year has finally happened: Green Key! As sad as I am to not be on campus for the next Green Key, I am incredibly excited to have two more of them!


I never considered myself to be a "Woo-Hoo!" type of person, but the Dartmouth community works wonders…

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Griselda Chavez
Class of 2024Hometown
Norwalk, California
Academic Program
Economics Modified w/ Public Policy, Human-Centered Design, Environmental Science
Favorite Thing Right Now
FOCO's churros
Bio
Hello! My name's Griselda Chavez & I am a second-year student from Southern California. I am majoring in Economics modified with Public Policy and double minoring in Human-Centered Design and Environmental Science. At Dartmouth, I have been involved with Dartmouth's Center for Social Impact, the Rockefeller Center, the Dartmouth, and People of Color Outdoors (POCO). Stay tuned to learn more about what Dartmouth has to offer and how as a first-generation college student I have navigated college.
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Adrian Chimboza
Class of 2025Hometown
Harare, Zimbabwe
Academic Program
Engineering Sciences or Economics
Favorite Thing Right Now
Foco Cookies!
Bio
Olá! Welcome to my Dartmouth experience. My name is Adrian and I'm a '25 originally from Harare, Zimbabwe. I have an unquenchable thirst for tech, sustainability, economics, and nature, so I'm really looking forward to majoring in something that amalgamates the four—maybe a modified engineering major. Who knows? NOT ME. When I'm not attempting problem sets or reading Things Fall Apart, you can find me all over campus, exploring hidden gems and flooding my phone with random pictures.
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Paulina Cuadra
Class of 2025Hometown
Managua, Nicaragua
Academic Program
Economics and Geography
Favorite Thing Right Now
The Tower Room at Baker Berry
Bio
Hey there! My name is Paulina (but I usually go by Pau), and I am from Nicaragua, where I have lived for most of my life. At Dartmouth, I plan to study Geography with a minor in Economics. I have an undying passion for eating fruit, discovering new study spots, watching sunrises/sunsets, and relishing in warm weather (Hanover will be an adjustment). Feel free to ask me any and all questions as I discover the new world of Dartmouth! Go Big Green!
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Diana D'Souza
Class of 2023Hometown
Edison, New Jersey
Academic Program
Chinese, Government, Economics
Favorite Thing Right Now
My AC unit
Bio
Hello friends! My name is Diana D'Souza, and I'm pursuing a double major in Chinese and Government modified with Economics. On campus, I'm a Chinese research assistant and a member of the Women in Business (WIB) Executive Board. I'm also a TA for ENGS 12, Design Thinking, and involved in my sorority, Kappa Delta. In my free time, I enjoy swimming, curating Spotify playlists, and baking with friends.
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Chidera Duru
Class of 2025Hometown
Lagos, Nigeria
Academic Program
Economics, African and African American Studies
Favorite Thing Right Now
Cup noodles!
Bio
Hi guys! I'm Chidera and I'm a '25 from Lagos, Nigeria. I've lived in a big city for nearly half of my life, so I'm excited to explore the scenic outdoor spaces surrounding Dartmouth. I love trying new things, so I just signed up for Dartmouth's archery team! Other than that, I can't wait to get involved in The Dartmouth Alliance For Children Of Color, the Political Economy Project, and The Dartmouth Outing Club. Most of all, I'm looking forward to sharing my Dartmouth experience with you!
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Bryanna Entwistle
Class of 2023Hometown
Singapore
Academic Program
Government and History Major
Favorite Thing Right Now
The Strava app
Bio
Hey there! My name is Bryanna and I'm a '23 from Singapore. Kind of. I was raised in Hong Kong, New York, and India as well—moving to small town NH has been quite the change! On campus, I row with the varsity women's crew and dance with Sugarplum. I'm a government and history double major with plans to eventually go to law school and...well, that's about as far as we've gotten with the planning. Passions include biking in the Upper Valley, CNN, and taking notes on my iPad.
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Toni Fabian
Class of 2025Hometown
San Juan Capistrano, California
Academic Program
Intended majors: Economics and Sociology; Intended minor: Human-Centered Design
Favorite Thing Right Now
Cranberry juice
Bio
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 sociology. 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!
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Abbi Fralick
Class of 2023Hometown
North Augusta, South Carolina
Academic Program
Government and Economics
Favorite Thing Right Now
Yellow — both the color and the Coldplay song
Bio
Hi, welcome to the blog! I'm a junior from a small suburb in South Carolina, just outside of Augusta, Georgia. On campus (and virtually), I'm involved in club water polo, the America Reads program, and the TAMID student consulting group. In the classroom, I'm super excited to pursue my interest in improving the world through public policy by studying the intersection of government and economics. I hope you enjoy following along as I explore all that Dartmouth has to offer!
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Gavin Fry
Class of 2025Hometown
Hornersville, Missouri
Academic Program
Prospective Environmental Earth Science Major with a Minor in Public Policy
Favorite Thing Right Now
My idea of starting a chapter of the American Meteorological Society (AMS) here at Dartmouth!
Bio
Greetings from the woods! My name is Gavin Fry, and I'm a new student blogger with the People, Places, and Pines team. I'm a proud first-generation college student, carrying with me the full support of my crazy family. I plan to be involved with undergraduate research, outdoor activities, and club golf here at Dartmouth! You can find me geeking out about the weather, reading novels, and always drinking coffee (at any time of the day). So nice to meet you!
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Will Gerrish
Class of 2022Hometown
New Castle, New Hampshire
Academic Program
English major with a Creative Writing focus; Economics minor
Favorite Thing Right Now
Feeling the weather get just a little bit warmer
Bio
Hey everyone! I'm Will, a '22 from a small island on the coast of New Hampshire. I'm an avid reader and writer, and when I'm not buried in a book at Sanborn Library you can usually find me hanging out and laughing with friends somewhere around campus. I also love playing guitar, jamming with friends, and discovering new music. Dartmouth has been my favorite place in the world for the last three years and I hope this blog reveals even just a fraction of what makes it so incredible!
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Gabriel Gilbert
Class of 2023Hometown
Stafford, Virginia
Academic Program
Linguistics
Favorite Thing Right Now
Fantasy novels and homemade poke!
Bio
Aloha to the page of a wanderlusting writer juggling college life and several other hobbies into an eternally-short 24-hour day. I hope to shed light on the Dartmouth experience as I explore the brave new world of Hanover, NH and everything going to college here has to offer. In my free time, you can find me trying to learn a new language or building the perfect Spotify playlist (alternative/indie, anyone?). I hope you enjoy!
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Eda Naz Gokdemir
Class of 2025Hometown
Istanbul, Turkey
Academic Program
Psychology
Favorite Thing Right Now
Walkoms
Bio
Hello, Eda here: full-time learner, part-time writer, and pretty much a happy amateur at everything else. My hobbies include reading, discovering new movies, and looking at the pictures of my cat. On campus, you can find me peer supporting for the Mental Health Union and SAPA, writing for Spare Rib, listening to Turkish & English alt-rock, or compulsively daydreaming. Feel free to ask me about taking a gap year, transitioning to a new cultural space, or college in general!
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Luke Grayson
Class of 2025Hometown
Seaham, England
Academic Program
Undecided
Favorite Thing Right Now
Hiking! Especially at sunrise!
Bio
Welcome to the blog of an Englishman studying at Dartmouth—do take a look around! Hopefully, my blogs will provide you with an insight on life at Dartmouth, and specifically through the eyes of an international student. Dartmouth has a tonne to offer from the staggering natural beauty of its surroundings and stellar academic programs to the wonderful people you meet along the way. So stay a while, I'll make us cups of tea, and take a moment to discover life at the college on the hill.
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Chase Harvey
Class of 2025Hometown
Greenville, South Carolina
Academic Program
Music, Neuroscience
Favorite Thing Right Now
Giving music recommendations!!
Bio
Hello! My name is Chase and I am a '25 from South Carolina. I intend on exploring what the field of music can offer (whether that's the cognition of sound or exploring more interactive projects). When I'm not hanging out with friends or doing classwork, you can find me practicing tuba in The Hop. I'm involved in the Dartmouth College Wind Ensemble (DCWE), Dartmouth Symphony Orchestra (DSO), Dartmouth Chamber Orchestra (DCO), Friday Night Rock, and of course, this blog.
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Jack Heaphy
Class of 2024Hometown
Charlottesville, Virginia
Academic Program
Sociology, Anthropology, Human-Centered Design
Favorite Thing Right Now
New Irving Building!
Bio
Hi! My name is Jack and I am a Sophomore at Dartmouth. I currently plan to major in sociology modified with anthropology, all with a human-centered design minor. Outside of class, I enjoy performing and I'm currently involved in both a student dance group and acapella. I love hiking and running outdoors and have already explored a lot of Dartmouth's surrounding trails. I am also involved in Greek Life, the Student and Presidential Committee for Sexual Assault, and the Inter Fraternity Council.
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Emily Hemelt
Class of 2025Hometown
New Orleans, Louisiana
Academic Program
Undecided
Favorite Thing Right Now
Cartoons and fantasy novels!
Bio
Hi friends and welcome to my page! I'm Emily, a '25 from a town where winter rarely comes to visit and departs after only a few days. In my spare time, I love to read fiction novels, bake cinnamon rolls, play card games, solve riddles, delve into conspiracy theories, and engage in any water activity. I'm thrilled you're here and hope you enjoy!
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Tulio Huggins
Class of 2023Hometown
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
Academic Program
History & English with Concentration in Creative Writing
Favorite Thing Right Now
Hanging out with my fraternity brother and hanging out in Aquinas House!
Bio
Hi guys! The name's Tulio (yes, like the guy from Rio) Huggins, and I am a '23! I am from the beautiful state of Pennsylvania, where I have lived for the past couple of years. I am double majoring in History and English with a concentration in Creative Writing. In my free time, I love to hang out with friends at Dartmouth Apologia, my fraternity, and in Aquinas House! Feel free to ask any questions you might have. I hope that you all have a blessed day!
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Eva Hymes
Class of 2025Hometown
Albany, New York
Academic Program
Biomedical Engineering major with a Human Centered Design minor
Favorite Thing Right Now
Faye Webster
Bio
Hey! I'm Eva, a '25 from the suburbs of New York. Though pursuing engineering, I'm passionate about combining my interests in medicine and art within my studies. When I'm not working on problem sets at Baker Library, you can find me playing guitar with my floormates, scouring the internet for local concerts, or utilizing nap spots in the Tower Room. I love Dartmouth for being the perfect place for someone with infinite interests and I hope this blog inspires a similar sentiment!
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Angie Janumala
Class of 2022Hometown
Bronx, New York
Academic Program
Quantitative Social Science and Digital Arts
Favorite Thing Right Now
Bucket hats
Bio
Hi, I'm Angie! I'm a '22 from the Bronx, NY, though I also call Orange County, CA, and London, UK home. I study Quantitative Social Science (with a Government focus) and Digital Arts. Through Dartmouth, I've been able to study premodern religion in Edinburgh, Scotland; advocate for sexual violence prevention; and connect with other first-generation and low-income students just like myself. Talk to me about activism, music production, cats, dance, or anything else!
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Shuyi Jin
Class of 2023Hometown
Montreal, Canada
Academic Program
Economics and Computer Science
Favorite Thing Right Now
Listening to new music
Bio
Hello there! My name is Shuyi and I'm a '23, which means it's my junior year here at Dartmouth! I'm back on campus for the first time in a year so follow me as I get back to some of my favorite experiences! At Dartmouth, I enjoy playing squash, eating at late night, and of course, blogging. You can ask me about studying social sciences, coming to Dartmouth as an international student, and anything else really. I hope you enjoy the blog!
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Antônio Jorge Medeiros Batista Silva
Class of 2025Hometown
Governador Valadares, Brazil
Academic Program
Linguistics major, possible minors in Theatre or Spanish
Favorite Thing Right Now
Sunny days, my plants, and caramel macchiatos!
Bio
Ei! My name is Antônio Jorge Medeiros Batista Silva (yes—four last names!) and I'm a '25 from Governador Valadares, Brazil. My journey to Dartmouth has crossed two continents, three countries, and over 10 schools—and I'm a strong believer that everyone's path to the Big Green was unique in a way. At Dartmouth, I am interested in studying linguistics, theatre, and Spanish. I am really passionate about social justice, learning languages, and the oxford comma!
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Daniel Kang
Class of 2025Hometown
Irvine, California
Academic Program
Biology and Anthropology
Favorite Thing Right Now
Hypnosis
Bio
Hi everyone! My name's Daniel, and I'm a 25! I'm from California, but I also lived in Seoul, South Korea for almost half of my life. I'm hoping to major in Biological Anthropology. If I'm not under my sheets watching a new Netflix series, you'll probably catch me at Dirt Cowboy Café drinking iced mocha or hanging out with my friends on the Green. I hope you learn something new about Dartmouth today!
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Natalie Keim
Class of 2025Hometown
Oakland, California
Academic Program
Government
Favorite Thing Right Now
Crossword puzzles
Bio
Welcome to the (virtual) woods! My name is Natalie and I'm a '25 from Oakland, California (3035 miles away from Dartmouth)! I'm a political science and crossword puzzle nerd who's excited to dive into the millions of activities we have on campus. I love to cook and read, I make a mean Spikeball partner, and I love to ski. I'm hoping to pursue a Government major here at Dartmouth and am equally excited for all the academic exploration between now and when I declare my major. Go Big Green!
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May Oo Khine
Class of 2023Hometown
Yangon, Myanmar
Academic Program
Quantitative Social Science
Favorite Thing Right Now
Finally having Stir-fry from Collis after a looong year...
Bio
Hi there! I'm May and I'm sooo excited to share my Dartmouth experience with you! I love basically all types of food, binge watching Asian shows, and cozy movie nights! Find me in gym playing badminton, with my friends in the common rooms, getting coffee at Collis (my favorite), or volunteering at local service projects!
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Guilherme Marinho
Class of 2022Hometown
Curitiba, Brazil
Academic Program
Computer Science
Favorite Thing Right Now
The leaves slowly turning orange!
Bio
Welcome to the transition diary from a big, cold Brazilian city to a small, very cold American town! I fell in love with Dartmouth soon as I got to know the College, and the last three years have expanded my love, as there is a lot to enjoy here in the woods: majors and minors, extracurriculars and clubs, many new open doors to a curious mind like mine! Hope you all like the content!
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Robin Martinez
Class of 2023Hometown
Annapolis, Maryland
Academic Program
Economics and Computer Science
Favorite Thing Right Now
Domino's cheese pizza!
Bio
Hi all! Welcome to my blog! My name is Robin. I am a junior studying Economics and Computer Science. Outside of class I'm a guitarist, amateur rock climber, and seasoned billiard player–if you're on campus, there's a good chance you can find me in the basement of Collis playing pool with friends. I love Dartmouth and am sharing my journey through this blog. So if you're a prospie, parent, or Dartmouth enthusiast, you've come to the right place!
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Brandon Mioduszewski
Class of 2025Hometown
Franklin Park, Illinois
Academic Program
Middle Eastern Studies
Favorite Thing Right Now
Grape powerade
Bio
What's up! My name is Brandon and I'm a '25 from a small town on the outskirts of Chicago. I am driven by intercultural communication; I am passionate about Middle Eastern culture, politics, history, and languages, and a career as a researcher is on my mind. I love vexillology (the study of flags!), anti-pop, spicy foods, streetwear, and the color yellow. Please enjoy these snapshots of my life in Hanover!
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Kiara Ortiz
Class of 2024Hometown
Bronx, New York
Academic Program
Intended major: Neuroscience; Intended minor: Public Policy
Favorite Thing Right Now
Hamilton
Bio
Hi there! My name is Kiara Ortiz, a '24 from New York! I'm interested in studying Neuroscience along with Public Policy on the pre-health track. In my free time, I like to read sci-fi, play board games, and brag about my (supposedly) awful science puns. If you don't find me lost on the Green, I'm probably playing Werewolf or Trivia on Zoom with other '24s. Stay tuned to learn about the Dartmouth community I fell in love with and more about our virtual reality!
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Catherine Parnell
Class of 2022Hometown
Houston, Texas
Academic Program
Computer Science & History
Favorite Thing Right Now
Gang of Youth's album: 'Go Farther in Lightness'
Bio
Hi y'all! I'm Catherine and I'm from the great state of Texas. When I'm not in class you'll find me carefully curating Spotify playlists, exploring the Upper Valley with friends, or finding ways to enjoy the great outdoors through different sub-clubs with the DOC. I am the Treasurer of the club lacrosse team, a tutor for the Institute for Writing and Rhetoric, and am involved with research in machine learning and computational humanities through Sophomore and Neukom scholars!
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Elina Pepper
Class of 2022Hometown
San Diego, CA
Academic Program
Biology major, Spanish minor, pre-med
Favorite Thing Right Now
Dirt Cowboy coffee
Bio
Hi everyone! My name is Elina and I am a '22 from San Diego, CA, so coming to New England was definitely a big change for me! On campus, you are most likely to find me in Collis Cafe or 3FB (3rd floor of Berry library). In addition to being a Senior Fellow in the Office of Admissions, I am involved in pre-health mentoring, research, club sports, and Greek life. In my free time, I love to travel, bake with friends, and binge watch the Bachelor!
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Natasha Raman
Class of 2023Hometown
Plano, Texas
Academic Program
History Major and Minors in Public Policy and Chinese
Favorite Thing Right Now
Fall Foliage
Bio
Hey y'all! My name is Natasha, and I am a junior at Dartmouth College. I'm majoring in history and minoring in public policy and Chinese. In my free time, I love to watch New Girl, hang out with my friends, and explore the Upper Valley. Dartmouth is a pretty neat place— I hope you enjoy reading my posts about life here!
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Owen Seiner
Class of 2024Hometown
Hollywood, Florida
Academic Program
Major in Earth Science modified with Physics & a Minor in Biology
Favorite Thing Right Now
Elliott Smith
Bio
Hey! I'm Owen from Hollywood, Florida and I'm a '24. My favorite activities are listening to music, running, and reading the same books over and over again. I'm an Earth Science modified with Physics major and Biology minor who loves "The New Yorker," the outdoors, and reading. On campus, I'm involved with hydrological research, the Dartmouth Undergraduate Journal of Science, Hillel, Greek Life, and—obviously—this blog!
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Estelle Stedman
Class of 2023Hometown
Seattle, Washington
Academic Program
English
Bio
Hi everyone! I'm Estelle, a '23 from Seattle, WA. When not in class you can find me reading at Still North Books, spending time with friends, and looking for a cup of coffee. On campus, I'm studying English and Chinese. This blog is a collection of class recommendations, stories, and advice from my first couple years at Dartmouth-- I hope you enjoy!
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Nicholas Sugiarto
Class of 2023Hometown
San Diego, California
Academic Program
Biomedical Engineering and English
Favorite Thing Right Now
88Rising and Stress Cleaning
Bio
First, I'll explain who I am. I'm Nicholas Sugiarto, a '23 from San Diego, California. Second, a quick disclaimer. I have absolutely no idea what I'm doing. Prior to Dartmouth, I've never hiked, skied, or seen snow. So yeah, you could say that Dartmouth is quite a bit different from what I'm used to. You'll probably find me on campus lost. I have no sense of direction. Please help.
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Love Tsai
Class of 2023Hometown
Metro Detroit, Michigan
Academic Program
Pre-med, math with a minor in public policy
Favorite Thing Right Now
the food my mom made and froze for me before spring term
Bio
Hello there, friend! My name is Love and I am a '23. Aside from being on the pre-med track, I'm currently interested in studying math and public policy. I have a penchant for old things, learning languages, and the arts. I also love personality tests, irrespective of their actual validity—in case you're curious, I'm an INFJ, Scorpio, dragon, and type 2w1.
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Sydney Wuu
Class of 2024Hometown
Pasadena, California
Academic Program
Majors in Economics and Environmental Studies, Minor in Public Policy
Favorite Thing Right Now
My Electric Scooter
Bio
Hey all! So excited to see you here. My name is Sydney and I'm a '24 majoring in Economics and Environmental Studies and minoring in Public Policy from Southern California. I've also lived abroad in Spain, Gibraltar, and the Philippines, so Hanover and the East Coast are a whole new world to me! I love to scuba dive, bike, travel, and write. Besides blogging, I am involved in Women's Water Polo, Greek Life, and am a Research Assistant for the ENVS department.
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Caroline York
Class of 2025Hometown
Marietta, Georgia
Academic Program
Classics on the Pre-Health track
Favorite Thing Right Now
Runs around Occom Pond!
Bio
Hey y'all! I'm Caroline York, and I'm a '25 from Georgia! My hope is to share my Dartmouth experience with potential '26s, '27s, '28s and beyond! On campus, I write sports for The Dartmouth, a Center for Social Impact SIBS mentor, am in Christian life, a Tour Guide, a Dartmouth Emergency Medical Services (EMS) member, a Dartmouth Club Runner, and write for this blog! Otherwise, you'll find me enjoying winter, studying in the Tower Room, and eating warm FoCo cookies. Welcome to my world!
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Brandon Zhou
Class of 2022Hometown
Vancouver, Canada
Academic Program
Government and Linguistics modified with Neuroscience
Favorite Thing Right Now
Catching up with friends who I haven't seen since last year
Bio
Hey everyone – this is Brandon! I'm a '22 from Vancouver, Canada double majoring in Government and Linguistics modified with Neuroscience. I'm involved with the Center for Social Impact, Wind Ensemble, Collis Center, and my fraternity. Aside from that, I'm always looking to explore the Upper Valley whether it be in the outdoors making maple syrup or inside a diner!
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Ali Duke
Senior Assistant Director of AdmissionsHometown
Weston, Vermont
Academic Program
B.A. Neuroscience
Travel territories?
Sub-Saharan Africa, United Kingdom, Northern and Central Europe, Colorado, Idaho, Utah, Wyoming
Favorite Thing Right Now
Apple cider
About
My name is Allison L. Duke and I'm originally from Weston, Vermont. In college, I was a neuroscience major—admissions officers come from all backgrounds. I'm actually not even the only neuro major in the office. I'm also the co-founder of the annual McNutt Pastapalooza!
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Topher Bordeau
Associate Director of AdmissionsHometown
Quechee, VT
Academic Program
B.A. English, Post-graduate diploma, Social Administration, MBA candidate
Travel territories?
Long Island, N.Y., United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Jordan, Kuwait, India, & Bangladesh
Favorite Thing Right Now
My young daughters trying to say “chipotle aioli” (#dadthings)
About
“Topher” is a nickname, the second half of my real name, Christopher. My mom gave it to me at age two, and it’s too late to change it now! I’m an Associate Director of Admissions by way of tenures in advancement and intercollegiate athletics. Growing up, I never imagined myself living in Vermont or working in higher ed, let alone loving both. Here’s to a surprising life.
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Melissa Barales-Lopez
Class of 2022Hometown
East Los Angeles, CA
Academic Program
(Intended) Double Major in Government & Spanish
Favorite Thing Right Now
Coffee Shops & Sandals
About
Hello! My name is Melissa and I'm a binge-watching, carrot cake-loving, undercover art aficionado from the West Coast (best coast). I'm excited to explore the Government, Latin American Studies, and Geography departments during my first year at Dartmouth. You can find me studying in the Black Family Visual Arts Center, working or hanging at Novack Café 24/7, and adding to my earring collection at Dartmouth's jewelry studio.
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Isabel Burgess
Class of 2020Hometown
Tucson, Arizona
Academic Program
Engineering, Studio Art, Spanish
Favorite Thing Right Now
My new houseplant: Gerald the cactus
About
Hey there! I'm Isabel, a '20 from the sunny town of Tucson, Arizona. I spend most of my time at the Thayer School of Engineering, but you can also spot me hanging out with plants and my twin brother in the greenhouse, snapping photos of picturesque Hanover, or drinking iced coffee even during the winter (Arizona habits die hard). I'm an undergraduate advisor for the North Park housing community as well as a member of the marching band, Dartmouth Humanitarian Engineers, and Club Swim.
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Jenny Chen
Class of 2021Hometown
Bethesda, Maryland
Academic Program
Biology and Quantitative Social Science
Favorite Thing Right Now
Big scarves
About
Hello! My name is Jenny and I'm a senior at Dartmouth studying biology and quantitative social science. On campus, I also work as a communications intern for the Admissions Office, teach piano to elementary school students through Musical Empowerment, and mentor freshmen in the Great Issues Scholars LLC. My hobbies include reading, attempting to finish crossword puzzles, and embroidering, which I only recently picked up. Welcome to my blog!
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Alexis Colbert
Class of 2019Hometown
St. Louis, MO
Academic Program
Anthropology
Favorite Thing Right Now
Black Coffee
About
Hey everyone! My name is Alexis Colbert and I'm a '19, a senior, with a major in Anthropology and a minor in Women, Gender, Sexuality Studies. I am a Senior Admissions Fellow and the Undergraduate Advisor (UGA) for the Gender Equity Program floor the 2018/19 school year. I have spent three terms abroad throughout my Dartmouth career and worked on a reflective project. In my free time I love to read, drink coffee, work with kids, and explore the arts.
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Autumn Dinh
Class of 2021Hometown
Hanoi, Vietnam
Academic Program
Double Major Economics and Japanese
Favorite Thing Right Now
Asian Economy and Japanese Contemporary Literature
About
Hi hi hi! My name is Autumn and I'm a dreamy writer from Vietnam! Besides my huge (and obvious) passion for writing, I also like reading and cooking (I only cook Asian food though). I love cultures and traditions, so I'm really into majoring in Asian Studies, but I'm also having other options in mind like Media Studies or Econ (I know, who can resist the money-printing major?) And I don't know how to end this bio without sounding awkward so (I guess?) stay put for more posts from me!
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Kate Domin
Class of 2019Hometown
Fountain Hills, AZ
Academic Program
Art History major with Hispanic Studies minor
Favorite Thing Right Now
long, sunny summer days!
About
Hi everyone! I'm Kate! I started off as a pre-med student, but have since shifted gears to follow my passion for art. Before coming to Dartmouth, I had never travelled by myself! Since coming to Dartmouth, I have become a solo-travel expert because I spent 3 terms abroad! Outside of the classroom, I work as a Senior Admissions Fellow, I lead Hill Winds Society, our student-alumni relations group, and I am an active member of my sorority.
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Brian Drisdelle
Class of 2021Hometown
Burlington, CT
Academic Program
Engineering Physics and Economics
Favorite Thing Right Now
Club Hockey Road Trips
About
To all you prospies, parents, and plenty more, welcome! My name is Brian—I'm a double-major in Economics and Engineering Physics from a small town in northwestern CT. In my free time, I'm involved in rock climbing, Club Hockey, and writing for different publications across campus. Plus, I'm pretty heavily involved in my Greek House—something which I often tend to detail in my posts—and so I'm always happy to answer questions about the Dartmouth student life in all its different capacities!
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Simon Ellis
Class of 2020Hometown
Holualoa, Hawai'i
Academic Program
Government, Environmental Studies, Philosophy
Favorite Thing Right Now
Fleetwood Mac
About
Hey there! My name is Simon and I'm a Senior (which is scary) enjoying my time here in Hanover! In addition to being a Blogger, I am a Tour Guide, I am involved with Greek Life, the German community, Performing Arts, Club Sports, and a bunch of other things on campus! I blog a lot about whatever I am interested in at the moment, and also love to use this as a place to reflect on my time at Dartmouth. I hope you enjoy my blog and let me know if you have any questions!
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Jonathan Gliboff
Class of 2020Hometown
Rockaway Park, New York
Academic Program
Government and Middle Eastern Studies
Favorite Thing Right Now
Beatboxing
About
Hey all! I'm Jonathan, a soon-to-be senior, and I'm double majoring in Government and Middle Eastern Studies. Outside of academics, I am a senior admissions fellow, a tour guide, one of the editors-in-chief of the Dartmouth Jack-O-Lantern (our comedy publication), co-president of Chabad (a Jewish organization), and a very casual fencer. If I'm not doing one of those things, you can probably find me napping on the Green or trying to make my friends laugh while they study for exams.
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Matthew Goff
Class of 2018Hometown
Hanover, NH
Academic Program
Neuroscience
Favorite Thing Right Now
Winter hiking
About
Hey guys! My name is Matthew. I am a Neuroscience major and an Anthropology of Global Health minor, as well as following the pre-med track. Here at Dartmouth I'm a member of the Triathlon Team, part of an all-male acapella group called the Dartmouth Brovertones, and a Senior Fellow in the Admissions Office where you may find me giving info sessions or tours. When I'm not doing any of those things, I love playing the cello, reading, and adventuring of any sort in the outdoors!
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Michael Green
Class of 2021Hometown
Columbia, Maryland
Academic Program
Biology with a Global Health minor
Favorite Thing Right Now
The sidewalks being clear
About
My name is Michael and I graduated from a public high school in a suburb of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I moved frequently throughout my life, but have spent the majority of it in Maryland. I was introduced to Dartmouth through the Dartmouth Bound summer program. I walked onto the Heavyweight Rowing team in the Winter without previous rowing experience, and have enjoyed it so far. I am always down for talking about sports, public health issues, and transitions in life. Feel free to reach out!
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Amy Guan
Class of 2020Hometown
Princeton, NJ
Academic Program
Economics Major, Computer Science Minor
Favorite Thing Right Now
Thai food
About
Hi! My name is Amy Guan. On campus, I'm involved with the DALI Lab, the Dickey's Center International Business Council, the Thayer Consulting Club, and various music groups through the Hopkins Center. I'm passionate about the arts and social activism, and can always be found with a KAF fruit cup and textbook on Third Floor Berry or running from practices at the Hop to meetings in Sudikoff with a Collis smoothie (all fruit except for bananas and guava juice, please and thank you!) in hand.
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Michael Harrison
Class of 2024Hometown
Smithtown, New York
Academic Program
Undecided
Favorite Thing Right Now
Exploring Dartmouth's beautiful campus—while practicing social distancing and wearing a mask, of course!
About
I'm Michael Harrison '24 and I'm thrilled to be starting my college career at Dartmouth! Coming from my suburban hometown on Long Island, it's great to explore a place that is so geographically (and culturally) different. This year will be unlike any other, but I've already connected with wonderful classmates and faculty through FYSEP and New Student Orientation. I'm currently undecided on a course of study, but I'll be taking writing, mathematics, and economics courses this fall!
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Manny Howze-Warkie
Class of 2018Hometown
Cleveland, Mississippi
Academic Program
Sociology Modified with African and African American Studies Major; Film and Media Studies Minor
Favorite Thing Right Now
Studying in the greenhouse on campus
About
Hello, I’m Manny. You may have noticed my D Plan looks a bit different. I’m a Navy Reservist and took some time off for training, so I’ll be graduating with the Class of 2020. Although I’m not a music major, I spend a big chunk of my free time in the Hopkins Center for Arts for voice lessons, accapella rehearsal, and Glee Club rehearsal.
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Kaj Johnson
Class of 2022Hometown
Minneapolis, MN
Academic Program
Undecided
Favorite Thing Right Now
Travis Scott's new album, "Astroworld"
About
Hey everyone! My name's Kaj (pronounced "ky"). I'm from Minneapolis and attended a diverse inner-city public school. I'm a lifelong distance runner and also love writing and singing. I’m considering majors in Music, English, or Philosophy. I chose to attend Dartmouth because of its emphasis on a well-rounded education — and being from Minnesota, the cold winters weren't a deterrent! I'm excited to share with you all my candid ups and downs as I venture through college life.
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Lamees Kareem
Class of 2022Hometown
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Academic Program
Economics/Government/Middle Eastern Studies?
Favorite Thing Right Now
The Green, beautifully covered in snow
About
I am an arts -lover and passionate debater still navigating my way through Dartmouth. I have also been, slowly but surely, adjusting to Hanover’s weather from Saudi’s constant heat (and learning the importance of layers and insulation). I draw editorial cartoons for The Dartmouth, our college newspaper, and am interested in everything and anything related to foreign affairs! This time of the year, you will likely find me gazing at the snow outside a window in Baker-Berry Library.
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Gabrielle Kirlew
Class of 2018Hometown
Bowie, MD
Academic Program
Anthropology and Quantitative Social Science
Favorite Thing Right Now
Prison Break (only 10 years late)
About
Hello! I'm Gabrielle and I was born and raised in Prince George's County, MD (right outside of Washington D.C.). At Dartmouth, I study Anthropology and Quantitative Social Science, which I love because it allows me combine quantitative and qualitative thinking. My favorite pastimes of the moment are running, baking carrot cake, stir frying and binge listening to audiobooks and podcasts (shoutout to Modern Love & Majority 54).
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Sarah LeHan
Class of 2020Hometown
Darien, CT
Academic Program
History, Anthropology modified with Creative Writing
Favorite Thing Right Now
My internship in London!
About
After considering similar schools, I decided on Dartmouth for its outing club, study abroad program, psychology and brain sciences department, and—let’s face it—the dining hall’s infamous chocolate chip cookies. While my exact major plans are still a work in progress, I am currently thinking history with minors in anthropology and creative writing with a focus (much to my parents’ chagrin) on the pre-modern era.
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Chiemeka Njoku
Class of 2018Hometown
Dallas, TX
Academic Program
Government major, Pre-med
Favorite Thing Right Now
Reggaeton
About
What up! My name is Chiemeka, and I’m from Dallas, Texas. I am currently a senior at Dartmouth and I’m also a pre-med government major. In my time here, I’ve been able to do some amazing things like study in India, Washington D.C, and intern in Kosovo, and I can’t wait to share those experiences with you! I’m involved with Dartmouth EMS, academic journalism, and spoken word poetry, and in my free time I like to play pick-up soccer and take naps!
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Colleen O'Connor
Class of 2019Hometown
Buffalo, NY
Academic Program
Asian & Middle Eastern Studies Modified with Economics Major; Human-Centered Design Minor
Favorite Thing Right Now
"How I Built This" Podcasts from NPR
About
Hi! I'm Colleen! So far, I've studied abroad in China and Peru, interned at a start-up in Mexico City, worked in Beijing, China, and completed non-profit consulting projects in Peru and Japan with the Tuck School of Business. I'm currently working on a two-year project to promote female empowerment through entrepreneurship in South America and East Asia. When I'm not traveling, you can find me advising the DEN, exploring the Upper Valley, or debating the outcome of The Bachelor with friends.
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Andra Pantelimon
Class of 2022Hometown
~Bucharest~
Academic Program
~Unknown(yet)~
Favorite Thing Right Now
~fall, thunderstorms, chillin', music, cool rocks~
About
Henlo fren'! I’m Andra(’22), one of the new bloggers around. I’m from Bucharest, Romania, and my home-for-the-year is within the Thought Project LLC. Feel free to ask me about that or about what it’s like being an international from an under-represented country on campus. I’m an undeclared major, like so many other freshmen at Dartmouth, and have a bunch of passions I don’t have enough space to write about here, but which I’ll tackle little by little on my blog. Just keep reading!
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Anna Reed
Class of 2019Hometown
Oklahoma City, OK
Academic Program
Anthropology and Spanish
Favorite Thing Right Now
Mango
About
Hey everyone! I'm Anna! I'm one of the Senior Admissions Fellows which means I'm graduating this Spring. With my two majors, I do research on Educational Equity in Cusco, Peru, where I'll be this fall writing my Thesis. In my free time you can find me in a garden with my water colors!!
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Emma Rodriguez
Class of 2020Hometown
Miami, FL
Academic Program
WGSS and SART double major
Favorite Thing Right Now
Ramunto's Pizza
About
Hi! I'm Emma and I'm a junior on the Dartmouth Triathlon Team. I love walks around Occom Pond in the fall, browsing books of poetry at the Dartmouth Bookstore, and drinking tea at Dirt Cowboy. Some of my favorite things are astrology, tattoos, vintage denim, and vegetarian food. I'm passionate about feminism and social justice, and I am part of several sexual violence prevention/response groups on campus. My favorite foods are Ramunto's pizza and Ben & Jerry's Half Baked ice cream.
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TaeJun Seo
Class of 2022Hometown
Tokyo, Japan
Academic Program
Government major, Public Policy minor
Favorite Thing Right Now
FOCO cookies & ice cream!
About
Hi! I'm TaeJun (but my friends call me TJ), and I come from the beautiful city of Tokyo, Japan. Although I am Korean by nationality, I have lived in Japan for over ten years due to my dad's work. I am a huge theatre/musical geek, and I have a long bucket list of Broadway musicals that I want to get around to very soon! I also love traveling, and I hope to crisscross the globe through Dartmouth's amazing study abroad and foreign study programs.
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Cindy Shen
Class of 2021Hometown
Salt Lake City, Utah
Academic Program
Economics
Favorite Thing Right Now
Zoom sessions with my closest friends!
About
Hello there! I am an avid doodler and caffeine addict who can be spotted 24/7 at KAF (the coffee shop in Baker-Berry Library). I've grown up skiing in the Rockies, so I'm a hype man for low temp activities like throwing snow at friends and carving ice sculptures (yes, I actually did that!). Aside from blogging, I am an economics teaching assistant, design mobile, web, and VR apps for Dartmouth's DALI Lab, and travel around with the fencing and debate teams for competitions.
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Julia Snodgrass
Class of 2021Hometown
Williamsburg, MA
Academic Program
Environmental Studies and Spanish
Favorite Thing Right Now
Ben & Jerry's 'The Tonight Dough' ice cream
About
Hey friends! I'm Julia, a '21 from Western Massachusetts. I hope that this blog helps shed some light on what life as a Dartmouth student is like. I've been a ski instructor, digital designer, mentor for middle schoolers, and Academic Assistant at the Irving Institute for Energy and Society. I've also spent terms abroad in Spain, Namibia, South Africa and New Zealand. On campus, I love to longboard around Occom Pond, eat takeout by the river, and get up egregiously early for sunrise hikes!
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Julianna Thomson
Class of 2020Hometown
Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Academic Program
Religion Major
Favorite Thing Right Now
Photography
About
Here on campus, most people know me as "Jul"! I am a Religion major who is interested in eventually working in the field of law. At Dartmouth, I am a sister of Alpha Phi, a current member of the varsity Track and Field team, and also played a year on the varsity Basketball team. When I'm on campus, my favourite things to do are get breakfast at Lou's and go to football games. When I'm not on campus, my favourite things to do are travel and visit my family and friends.
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Yadira Torres
Class of 2019Hometown
Santa Ana, CA
Academic Program
Latinx Studies, Pre-Health
Favorite Thing Right Now
Adobe Illustrator!
About
Hi! My name is Yadira and I'm a Latinx Studies major from Santa Ana, CA. I chose Dartmouth because of the close-knit community, beautiful campus, and amazing traditions. I've been able to travel to other schools for conferences, meet presidential candidates, and work in a multitude of departments on campus. When I'm not taking naps in the Stacks or perfecting my Collis salad, you can find me practicing graphic design, watching documentaries about food, or hanging out at my sorority.
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Jasmine Williams
Class of 2020Hometown
Brockton, MA
Academic Program
Sociology Major, Education Minor
Favorite Thing Right Now
Frank Ocean (always)
About
Hello everyone! My name is Jasmine Williams and I am a '20 with a major in Sociology and a minor in Education. I am a Senior Admissions Fellow and an Associate Fellow of the Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship. I have completed two "Hanover FSPs" during my time at Dartmouth and used to be a coxswain for the Women's Varsity Rowing team. During my free time, I love to hang out with friends and listen to music!
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Claire Young
Class of 2021Hometown
Wright City, Oklahoma
Academic Program
Religion and History double major with a modification in Native American Studies
Favorite Thing Right Now
Rewatching Bridgerton!
About
Halito! Wondering how a small-town Oklahoma, Native girl ended up at Dartmouth? Well, you've come to the right place! My name is Claire, I'm a proud Chahta ohoyo (Choctaw woman), and I'm a Senior Admissions Fellow. You can find me in the library studying for History/Native American Studies courses or reading about Indigenous religions! I'm a DREAM mentor, involved in Greek Life, and an Undergraduate Advisor. I love to travel and read for pleasure. If you see me around, say hello!
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