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How do peer-mentors help you in class or help you study?

Peer-mentors help me by reviewing the assingments with me. They also help me by going over my work with me. They also work as my notetakers in class. I like having peer-mentors because they keep me on top of my … Continue reading

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What are you learning in class?

In my Harry Potter class I am currently on the fourth book. So far, my favorite has been Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. We have been discussing JK Rowlings’ biases that she has written into Harry Potter. I … Continue reading

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Welcome

Welcome to the University of Vermont, as we start the fall semester on August 31, 2020.  We are excited and thrilled to have new students and new mentors starting the program. Welcome to Think College Vermont. Let’s have a fun-filled … Continue reading

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Think College Vermont Update

Think College Vermont switched over to remote learning during pandemic of COVID-19.  “It was a tough time for our students, mentors and program staff but we all adjusted and adapted with clever options of remote work and play.” Thanks for your … Continue reading

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Peace and Justice Center: Internship Reflection

How did you choose to do an internship at the Peace and Justice Center? I am personally part of a double minority who knows what it’s like to be marginalized. I remember visiting the store a few times and I … Continue reading

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ENGLAND REFLECTION

As the first Think College student to study abroad, I believe my trip to England was a very fun and enlightening experience.  Our group was studying education in the English countryside, at a primary (elementary) school in the town of Emerson’s … Continue reading

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How do peer-mentors help you in class or help you study?

Chace says, “I get a lot of support from my mentors outside of class with my Stern Center work. They help me understand the reading and the math problems. I also get help on papers I need to do for … Continue reading

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What are you learning in class?

In ASL class I am learning that American sign language is important for deaf culture. Because I learned a new word, Audism. That means making fun of deaf people. I am learning how to sign so I can understand my … Continue reading

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Welcome!

Welcome to the University of Vermont, as we started the spring semester on January 13, 2020.  We are excited to have a new student and new mentors starting the program. Let’s have a fun filled semester!

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What’s your favorite part about being in the Feel Good club?

I go to Feel Good on Wednesday from 1:00 to 2:15. We do many sandwiches and my favorite is the Bella.  On some Fridays we have late nights, and we make sandwiches to send it to people’s apartments.   From a first year … Continue reading

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