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1. Link Lounge Refresh: fast food scholarships

2. Daily Deep Dive: Dartmouth College

3. Major Matchup: Anthropology vs. Sociology

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DAILY DEEP DIVE
Dartmouth College

What is Dartmouth’s Vibe?

Dartmouth College is where intellectual ambition meets a deep appreciation for community and the outdoors. Nestled in Hanover, New Hampshire, Dartmouth thrives on its close-knit campus culture, where students form lasting bonds with peers and faculty. The college’s unique D-Plan academic calendar, which allows students to customize their academic journey through flexible term schedules, is central to its ethos of exploration and independence. Dartmouth’s emphasis on both liberal arts and experiential learning means you’ll find students equally passionate about discussing philosophy in a late-night study session and leading an outdoor trip through the Appalachian Trail. If you’re looking for a school that blends intellectual rigor, a sense of adventure, and an unwavering commitment to community, Dartmouth might just feel like home.

How to tackle Dartmouth’s essays

1. Be Personal and Reflective: Dartmouth values authenticity. Share stories that highlight your character, values, and experiences, making clear connections to Dartmouth’s unique offerings and culture. For example, you might discuss a leadership role where you fostered inclusivity or an experience that taught you resilience.

2. Connect to Dartmouth’s Resources: Research specific aspects of Dartmouth’s academic programs, traditions, or values that resonate with you. For example, if you’re passionate about global issues, mention the John Sloan Dickey Center for International Understanding and how it aligns with your interests. Similarly, if sustainability excites you, you could connect your passion to the college’s work through the Arthur L. Irving Institute for Energy and Society.

3. Show, Don’t Tell: Use vivid anecdotes and examples to illustrate your points. Rather than saying you value teamwork, describe a moment where you brought a group together to achieve a common goal, like organizing a community project or excelling in a collaborative research setting.

4. Reflect Dartmouth’s Balance of Academics and Community: Dartmouth seeks students who will contribute academically and socially. Highlight how you’ll engage in intellectual pursuits and build community, whether through clubs, outdoor activities, or traditions like the annual Winter Carnival or trips through the Dartmouth Outing Club.

5. Emphasize Creativity and Resourcefulness: Dartmouth values students who think innovatively and tackle challenges head-on. Share an example of how you used creativity or resourcefulness to solve a problem, whether in academics, extracurriculars, or personal life. For instance, you might explain how you adapted a project to overcome resource limitations or initiated a new program to address a community need.

6. Demonstrate Advocacy and Leadership: Dartmouth appreciates students who stand up for their values. Reflect on times when you advocated for yourself or others, whether by starting an initiative at school, challenging inequities, or supporting a cause important to you. Connect this to Dartmouth’s emphasis on fostering future leaders who make an impact.

Ultimately, Dartmouth’s essays are a chance to show how your individuality and aspirations align with its dynamic, community-driven environment. Be thoughtful, specific, and authentic, and let your unique voice shine through.

MAJOR MATCHUP
Anthropology vs. Sociology

For most seniors, majors have already been decided and now all that’s left is the application. So, here’s a section for juniors and other underclassmen still deciding upon a major. Enjoy!

If you’ve ever wondered what makes humans tick, both sociology and anthropology dive deep into understanding people—but from slightly different angles. Let’s break down these two fascinating majors and help you decide which might be your perfect match!

📚 The Basics

Sociology:

• The study of societies, institutions, and social behavior.

• Focuses on the present-day world and modern social structures.

Anthropology

• The study of humans across time and cultures.

• Explores both past and present human societies.

🔍 Scope of Study

Sociology: Focuses on social structures and systems, like family, government, education, and religion. It examines patterns like inequality, urbanization, and cultural norms.

Anthropology: Takes a broader view, looking at the evolution of human beings, cultures, and even biological traits. It often studies ancient civilizations, indigenous groups, and how cultures have adapted over time.

🌍 Subfields

Sociology

• Criminology (study of crime and deviance).

• Social stratification (class, race, gender).

• Urban sociology (cities and communities).

Anthropology

• Cultural anthropology (customs and traditions).

• Archaeology (ancient artifacts and sites).

• Biological anthropology (human evolution and genetics).

🔬 Methods of Study

Sociology:

Uses surveys, interviews, and statistical analysis to study trends and social behavior.

• Sociologists might survey a city’s residents to understand inequality.

Anthropology:

Relies on fieldwork, ethnography, and excavation to gather data.

• Anthropologists might live with an indigenous tribe to learn about their customs or dig up artifacts from ancient ruins.

🎯 Career Paths

Sociology

Social work, public policy, education, urban planning, human resources.

• Sociologists often work in modern, policy-driven fields.

Anthropology

Archaeology, museum curation, international development, cultural resource management.

• Anthropologists may find themselves in exotic locales (or museums!) exploring the past.

🏆 Major Takeaway

Sociology is ideal if you’re passionate about improving modern social systems and analyzing societal behavior.

Anthropology is perfect if you love exploring cultures, history, and what makes us uniquely human.

An Analogy to help you remember

Sociology is like studying a skyscraper: you analyze how its floors (social institutions) and elevators (interactions) function together in the present.

Anthropology is like studying the foundation of the skyscraper: you dig deep to understand how it was built and the materials (cultural history) that shaped it.

INFO ZONE
ICYMI: Some banger info sessions from Columbia and GT!

Here’s some upcoming school virtual information sessions. These are great opportunities to learn more about school’s programs to determine if the school is a right fit for you. It’s also great to learn more about the school’s vibe and possibly what admissions officers are looking for. All the times listed are below are already converted into Pacific.

eNYU Virtual Information Session Webinar - Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00 AM until 7:00 AM

Penn Admissions Virtual Information Session - Monday, December 2, 2024 at 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM

(NEW) Columbia University Info Session - Friday, December 6, 2024 at 7:00 AM until 8:00 AM

(NEW) Georgia Tech Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts Webinar - Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 2:00 PM until 3:00 PM

DAILY DEADLINE UPDATES
Get cracking on those UCs!

In the Daily Deadlines section, we will keep you updated on upcoming deadlines in the college admissions world. Remember to not procrastinate and stay ahead of these deadlines!

UC Deadline: December 2
December SAT: December 7

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