1.) Emile Marija Emile is a passionate and dedicated individual with a strong commitment to leadership and community service. She graduated high school from UWC ISAK Japan, one of the 18 … [Read More...] about Common Ground, Uncommon Lives: Tales from the Commons
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CommonsCast – Episode 166
Callie Tuck and Madelyn Pelletier sit down with the dean of the Commons Melissa Gresalfi about student resources, housing, favorite walks on campus and why it's important to not skip a meal. … [Read More...] about CommonsCast – Episode 166
Thriving Through Daylight Saving: Tips for Handling Shorter Days
If you didn’t know, the clocks were set back an hour on Sunday thanks to daylight saving time. The extra hour of sleep was certainly nice, but if you’re like me, you’ve been dreading the fact that the … [Read More...] about Thriving Through Daylight Saving: Tips for Handling Shorter Days
Simple & Special Ways to Celebrate Your Friend’s Birthday On Campus
Last week was the best roommate in the world birthday (my roommate Alex)! Considering that it is most of our first time having a birthday away from home, it is nice to do something special. Here are … [Read More...] about Simple & Special Ways to Celebrate Your Friend’s Birthday On Campus
Worth the long line? Honest Review: NEW EBI Smoothies
Popular dining hall E. Bronson Ingram, located on Vanderbilt’s main campus within its residence hall, has been a hot commodity amongst students. Its sauté bowls, fresh produce, and wide variety of … [Read More...] about Worth the long line? Honest Review: NEW EBI Smoothies
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Common Ground, Uncommon Lives: Tales from the Commons
1.) Emily Benfield Meet Emily Benfield! She is a dedicated and resilient individual originally from Newport, Rhode Island, but has also lived in California and Virginia Beach (Where she now … [Read More...] about Common Ground, Uncommon Lives: Tales from the Commons
Top Five Best Things I Bought for My Dorm
5. Toolbox My dad was right when he said it would be useful to have a toolbox in my room. The most useful thing is the scissors, which I use so often that I now keep them out on my desk instead … [Read More...] about Top Five Best Things I Bought for My Dorm
Top Five Worst Things I Bought for My Dorm
5. Tension Rods I knew previous to move-in that my closet would be doorless (let’s go Memorial), so I bought tension rods with the intention of hanging curtains from them to cover my clothing. … [Read More...] about Top Five Worst Things I Bought for My Dorm
Commons Houses as Hunger Games Characters
1.) Hank Let’s be honest—we all saw this one coming. Hank is the President Snow of the group, lurking in the shadows with more schemes than Netflix has shows. No, Hank’s not winning the Hunger … [Read More...] about Commons Houses as Hunger Games Characters
Unwritten Rules at Vanderbilt
This article will explore the unwritten rules you may have been following without even realizing, or perhaps you're just now hearing about them. Either way, this article might help you feel more … [Read More...] about Unwritten Rules at Vanderbilt
CommonsCast – Episode 165
Chloe talks with the Dean of the Commons, Melissa Gresalfi, about the culture of the Commons from the buildings to the Cup to the possible mascot. … [Read More...] about CommonsCast – Episode 165
Why You Shouldn’t Skip Class (even when it is pouring rain)
When my alarm went off at 7:45am on Friday morning, I nearly wanted to cry. “I cannot believe I have to get up and go to class,” I thought. I was exhausted, was still getting over a cold, went to … [Read More...] about Why You Shouldn’t Skip Class (even when it is pouring rain)
5 Reasons You Should Stop Complaining About Campus Dining
Hot Take: I’m over hearing people complain about the dining hall. Yes, we all know, you miss home cooked meals, the athletes get special treatment, and sure, the food could be better. Those points can … [Read More...] about 5 Reasons You Should Stop Complaining About Campus Dining
Dining Daries: Rating All the Meals I Ate at Commons for a Week
Over the course of a week in September, I ate six lunches and dinners at the Commons Center dining hall. I have rated the meals in various categories. They are listed in the order in which I ate … [Read More...] about Dining Daries: Rating All the Meals I Ate at Commons for a Week