On this new episode Dean Melissa Gresalfi talks about how we think about failure, Cheryl has the details on events on campus coming up this week, and Richard has a terrific interview with Will Yuk, … [Read More...] about CommonsCast Episode 81-September 22, 2021
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Commons Cupdate 9/22
Welcome to the first addition of the My Commons Life Commons Cupdate: your place to see all the latest developments and news related to the Commons Cup. Here is what you need to know: Past … [Read More...] about Commons Cupdate 9/22
MCL News Minute-September 22, 2021
Devin has the important details you need about events coming up on campus this week, including Commons Cup ultimate frisbee and free tutoring for that upcoming GenChem test! … [Read More...] about MCL News Minute-September 22, 2021
Top 5 Things I Learned in My First Month at Vanderbilt
Sleep is important Like most high school students who piled up on APs and extracurricular activities, I found myself altering my circadian rhythm to make three-to-four hours of sleep enough for my … [Read More...] about Top 5 Things I Learned in My First Month at Vanderbilt
What Are The Most Unique Classes First-Years Are Taking?
Vanderbilt's mission is to encourage our students in inquisitive thinking and curious exploration. Our Course Catalog consists of many diverse, unique classes - but what do first-years think their … [Read More...] about What Are The Most Unique Classes First-Years Are Taking?
MCL News Minute-September 15, 2021
Matthew has the details on events happening on campus this week, including a Business Minor info session, house events, and how to find a Vanderbilt tutor to help you with those upcoming midterm … [Read More...] about MCL News Minute-September 15, 2021
MCL Top 5: Ways YOU Can Affect Change in Campus Dining
If you were to ask me what my largest qualm with Vanderbilt Campus Dining was, I would not say the lines or the constant closures or even the lack of choices. While I believe all of these are areas … [Read More...] about MCL Top 5: Ways YOU Can Affect Change in Campus Dining
CommonsCast Episode 80-September 15, 2021
On this edition of the CommonsCast podcast Dean Melissa Gresalfi talks about community and how students can make connections through student organizations on campus. Tait has all the details on … [Read More...] about CommonsCast Episode 80-September 15, 2021
MCL Top 5: Apps You Should Have By Now As a VU Student
If you haven’t already pulled out your App Stores or your Google Plays by now, hurry it up, chop chop, get to steppin’, because every app on this list is essential. Why play yourself? Make your life … [Read More...] about MCL Top 5: Apps You Should Have By Now As a VU Student
Stay Updated on the MCL Instagram!
Throughout the month of September, we'll be posting updates, mini features, and interactive stories! Make sure to keep up with My Commons Life by following us on Instagram @mycommonslife to find … [Read More...] about Stay Updated on the MCL Instagram!
MCL Top 5: Alternatives to the Rand Lunch Line
Let's face it: waiting in the long lines for lunch at Rand can be a pain. Many students also have classes before and after lunch, so the time they have to eat is far more restricted than the other … [Read More...] about MCL Top 5: Alternatives to the Rand Lunch Line
Which MCL Staff Member Should You Be Friends With
Get to know your MCL Staff a little more! Need a friend? Take this quiz to figure out which staff member you would be best friends with! All our Instagrams are in the quiz results, so feel free to … [Read More...] about Which MCL Staff Member Should You Be Friends With
MCL News Minute-September 8, 2021
Omar has the details you need to know about upcoming events on campus this week, including an info session about study abroad programs, the library ice cream social, and Diverse Dores Day. … [Read More...] about MCL News Minute-September 8, 2021
CommonsCast Episode 79-September 8, 2021
On this episode Dean Gresalfi discusses memory and offers strategies for how to use memory to learn effectively. Tait delivers the weekly Commons Calendar of events, and Richard sits down for a … [Read More...] about CommonsCast Episode 79-September 8, 2021
Bonus Meal Money: A First Year Perspective
After a rocky start to the new school year, Vanderbilt Campus Dining announced a fifty dollar Meal Money credit for students that would reset daily August 24th through 29th. While this may have been … [Read More...] about Bonus Meal Money: A First Year Perspective