Taylor Wen
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Taylor's D-Plan
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FallOn Campus
Favorite Class: FREN 3: Introductory French IIIComing to Dartmouth with a solid background in French (Delf B2), I find French 3 a perfect fit for me -- it helps me to consolidate a lot of key grammar and vocabs, and fun weekly cultural activities like coffee hours and french lunch table offers me chances to relax in busy times. While the class is very rigorous and requires a lot of hard work, my professor is so nice and makes the class very fun! I also look forward to going to Dartmouth's Toulouse LSA program after completion of this class!
WinterOn Campus
Favorite Class: Buddhism, Sexuality, & Gender in Southeast AsiaThis course explores how Buddhist concepts of embodiment affect daily life and society in Southeast Asian contexts, and how the intersection of religion, sexuality, and gender impact broader understandings of authority, wisdom, beauty, death, and loyalty. The class takes on many forms beyond mere lectures -- a visit to the Hood Museum of Art, mindfulness practices, and small Buddha-crafting projects. Our professor (the sweetest Prof. MK Long) also invites many of her colleagues at other institutes as guest lecturers to our class so that we can learn from real experts specializing in different countries in Southeast Asia. I have learned a lot from the class and decided to become a religion major after this course!
SpringOn Campus
Favorite Class: Calculus of Vector-Valued FunctionsHaving never enjoyed math classes before college, I'm surprised (again) by how I'm becoming a math major and falling in love with math here! My professor (Prof. Shu Longmei, who graduated from the best university in my hometown) is incredibly good at teaching the concepts -- not just explaining things clearly but also showing us the beauty and elegance of calculus. I really look forward to taking more math classes in the future!
SummerVietnam & Beijing, China
I first visited pagodas in Vietnam for a couple of weeks and had days of conversations with monastics! Then, I returned home to savor time spent with my family and old friends, focus on my mental and physical health, and study and work a bit.
Teatime at Sanborn Library
Sanborn Library's daily teatime offers Dartmouth students a quiet, comforting tradition to unwind with tea and cookies, creating a peaceful break from the busyness of campus life.
Living Learning Communities—so what are they?
This year, I moved to Triangle House, one of Dartmouth's Living Learning Communities (LLCs), a welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ students and allies that fosters learning, community engagement, and personal connections.
Riverview Farm Trip with Housing Community!
This weekend, thanks to Allen House, I had the chance to kick off the fall season with a perfect New England outing to Riverview Farm!
Foliage at Dartmouth
New Hampshire is renowned for its breathtaking fall foliage, and this season, I finally checked off one of the top items on my bucket list: the Gile sunrise hike!
The Norwich Farmers Market
The blend of community, culture, and nature made the Norwich Farmers' Market a perfect way to kick off the weekend.
Kicking off my Sophomore Year
I'm starting my sophomore year feeling more grounded and clear about my academic and personal goals after a whirlwind first year of exploration. This fall, I'm excited for new experiences!
Advice for Applicants: Mastering Online School Research
Choosing the right college is a critical decision that extends beyond mere rankings. Without the benefit of campus visits, it's vital to thoroughly research and understand each institution to ensure a fulfilling and safe experience.
Advice for Applicants: Maximizing Your On-Campus Visits
Summer is a great time for high school students to visit campuses and better make sense of the schools they want to apply to. In this blog, I will talk about some advice to make the most of your campus visit.
Bridging Continents: The Global Dartmouth Alumni Network
I was pleasantly surprised by how the Dartmouth connection extends far beyond its campus and even beyond the United States. Meeting and bonding with people through our shared identity as Dartmouth students has truly been a remarkable journey.
Summer Research Trip to Vietnam
Dartmouth's support and resources have allowed me to explore my academic interests in ways I have never imagined possible.