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Navigating College Decisions with a Family New to the Process

Choosing a college with a family new to the US admissions process is a unique experience!

Batuhan Saridede 2026

What I Am Grateful for

Oftentimes, life can be stressful. Though it's easy for me to feel anxious, I have found that identifying the things I am grateful for can be rather helpful. Read on to hear about what I appreciate.

Madison Wuu 2028

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So You Want to Join the Woods: All About the Peer Letter of Recommendation (Part Six)

You've submitted your application, now it's time to submit your peer letter of recommendation!

Crystal Wang 2028

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So You Want to Join the Woods: Diving into the Art Portfolio (Part Five)

A lesser-known aspect of the college application, the art portfolio is a great way to showcase your creative work!

Crystal Wang 2028

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So You Want to Join the Woods: A Tale of Two "Why Dartmouth"s (Part Three)

As I reflect on my first semester at Dartmouth, I can't help but think about how one year ago, I wrote my "Why Dartmouth" supplemental essay. Let's see what has changed since then!

Crystal Wang 2028

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So You Want to Join the Woods: Tackling Interview Season (Part Four)

As wintertime rolls around and applications begin to be read, applicants may be offered the opportunity to interview with a Dartmouth alumni. Read on to learn more about the ins and outs of the process!

Crystal Wang 2028

How to become a People Places Pines blogger

A lot of fellow students and friends have asked me the question: "how did you join the People Places Pines team?" Let me tell you how students can join the team!