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At Dartmouth we care for one another, expect much of ourselves, and embrace
learning. Orientation is about new beginnings - we're working to plan an
Orientation program that gives you the tools to make a strong start. You will
receive the complete schedule when you arrive in September, but in the
meantime, here is a sampling of what you might expect:
Orientation introduces the First-Year Class to the academic programs,
opportunities and expectations of the College.
- Working with faculty advisors and deans to explore our curriculum and
select courses for the first term;
- Taking an exam to determine your correct placement or earn credit for
learning you've already done;
- Reflecting on the first-year reading in the Class Lecture and follow-up
programs;
- Exploring how you learn and developing skills and strategies that support
your success.
Orientation facilitates interaction among the campus community and a
sense of class identity.
- Running or walking in the Tucker Foundation's Run and Rally to
support a service project such as Habitat for Humanity ;
- Cheering on Dartmouth teams;
- Joining your new floormates at a community dinner;
- Listening to upper-class students share their stories at
Experiences.
Orientation provides the time and information necessary to make a
personal transition to Dartmouth.
- Learning about on-campus employment and finding a job;
- Visiting Main Street and opening a bank account;
- Taking the bus to West Leb to purchase something you forgot to pack (if
you're from warmer climates that may be a "real" winter coat!);
- Setting up your computer and learning all about the e-mail system we call
"blitz".
Orientation acquaints students to the residential, social, cultural and
recreational opportunities at Dartmouth.
- Discovering the latest exhibit at the Hood Museum of Art;
- Signing up to play ultimate frisbee or another sport with an intramural
team;
- Visiting various cultural and academic affinity houses;
- Taking a trip out to the Ski-Way or Morton Farm, our horseback riding
center.
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