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At Dickinson, we want you to uncover what truly matters to you. What are your core values, and how do they influence your decisions? Understanding your decision-making style and the factors that affect you, including your own priorities and those of others, is a crucial part of this journey.

The discovery process is unique for each student and can vary across different areas of your life. However, the invitation to discover what matters emphasizes making thoughtful decisions, continuing exploration, and striking a balance between plans and present experiences. Sometimes, this may mean making an exhilarating choice to introduce something new into your life. At other times, it may involve the difficult decision to let something go.

Reflect on Your Identity and Social Location

An essential component of personal discovery involves reflecting on your identity and social location. Reflect on how these aspects impact your activities and environment, and challenge yourself to venture beyond what is most familiar. By doing so, you will connect directly to Dickinson’s mission to prepare students for lives of sustained inquiry, inclusive leadership, and engaged citizenship.

Uncover Your Passions and Priorities

This challenge is all about exploring your interests, both inside and outside the classroom. Engage in critical inquiry, embrace diverse perspectives, and connect theory to practice. Here’s how you can grow through this challenge:

• Intellectual Growth: Develop critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Interdisciplinary Integration: Draw on insights from multiple fields to form innovative solutions.
• Global and Experiential Learning: Participate in study abroad programs and real-world applications.

By discovering what matters, you will not only enhance your personal and academic journey but also prepare yourself to make meaningful contributions to the world. Embrace this challenge and let it guide you towards a fulfilling and impactful college experience.

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