For example, first-year students thinking of a major in biology, chemistry, earth sciences, engineering sciences, mathematics, or physics are encouraged to elect Mathematics 3 in the fall. The emphasis you place on one question or another will depend upon a variety of circumstances. Your first years at Dartmouth should be a time in which to discover those areas of intellectual inquiry that bring you pleasure, while remaining focused on the need to complete your degree and prepare for citizenship in the world. You will also want to balance the kinds of courses you are taking. Think about types of work, reading and writing loads, and the kind of learning environment that you will encounter in each classroom.
Most students like to balance lecture and seminar formats.
Above all, think for yourself when choosing your courses. Please send comments to First-Year Office .