Ok look, we get it. We’re in college now. The world of dining halls, Greek Row, and overpriced apparel has finally been opened to us - some have been slightly more enjoyable than others. I’m … [Read More...] about Differences Between the First and Second Semester
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Embracing Uncertainty
If you are anything like me, which you probably are since many of us are certainly overachievers, you may find yourself only honing in on skills, activities, and organizations that you know you will … [Read More...] about Embracing Uncertainty
Chloe on the Commons-Episode 11
By Chloe Whalen
Chloe is back with her camera and microphone, this time roaming through the actual Commons Center, asking the questions you never even thought to ask. … [Read More...] about Chloe on the Commons-Episode 11
MCL News Minute-March 6, 2024
Sariha has the info you need on events coming up before, during, and after spring break, including an International Women’s Day celebration, a mental health workshop, and mindfulness and meditation at … [Read More...] about MCL News Minute-March 6, 2024
A Common Situation Episode 23-“The Birthday Situation”
Alaina and TaMyra discuss celebrating their first birthday away from home. Tune in to hear their experience and the random rants they have about birthdays. … [Read More...] about A Common Situation Episode 23-“The Birthday Situation”
CommonsCast Episode 154-March 6, 2024
By Ian Hansen
Chloe provides the Q’s and Dean Gresalfi provides the A’s in this week’s Q&A segment, Bri delivers the details on events coming up before and after spring break in the Commons Calendar, and Ian … [Read More...] about CommonsCast Episode 154-March 6, 2024
MCL Top 5: Non-Library Study Spaces
By Jayden Henry
It’s come to that time when you need to cram for upcoming exams, but you may not be able to take seeing the inside of another library. Here are my top 5 alternative places to study that are not … [Read More...] about MCL Top 5: Non-Library Study Spaces
Ode to my Stolen Bicycle
By Chloe Whalen
Since arriving at Vanderbilt, I've hardly ever felt unsafe while on campus or even in the surrounding area. Yet, last week, I realized that it wasn't me I should have been worried about; it was my … [Read More...] about Ode to my Stolen Bicycle
MCL News Minute-February 28, 2024
By Tina Pham
Tina provides the details on events coming up on campus this week that you’ll want to know about, including Queeries and Conversations and an opportunity to sample desserts from around the world. … [Read More...] about MCL News Minute-February 28, 2024
A Common Situation Episode 22-“The Fear of Being Seen Situation”
Alaina and TaMyra discuss the fear of being seen within yourself, your relationships, academically, and generally … [Read More...] about A Common Situation Episode 22-“The Fear of Being Seen Situation”
CommonsCast Episode 153-February 28, 2024
On this edition of the official podcast of the Vanderbilt Commons Lauren asks the questions and Dean Gresalfi provides the answers in the Q&A segment, Sariha delivers the details about upcoming … [Read More...] about CommonsCast Episode 153-February 28, 2024
MCL Top 5: Kitchen Appliances
I know what you’re thinking. How can this guy’s articles get any worse? Two quick things. First of all, allow me to join you in that self-deprecating sentiment. I’m just as scared as you are to see … [Read More...] about MCL Top 5: Kitchen Appliances
“National TaMyra Day”
This past week I celebrated my nineteenth birthday. Celebrating my first birthday away from home was a very scary and weird concept to me at first. My birthday celebration became an amazing week-long … [Read More...] about “National TaMyra Day”
Top 5 Houseplants for Your Dorm!
By Ian Hansen
5. ZZ Plant My favorite part of this plant is that you could leave it alone for a month, and it will still be there! These plants thrive in “neglected” conditions with very little water and not a … [Read More...] about Top 5 Houseplants for Your Dorm!
MCL Review: Hopdoddy Burger Bar
I wanted a burger this week. Sue me. It had been a while since I’d had a really, really good one, and once I started thinking about it I couldn’t stop. Right off the bat, a few different places ran … [Read More...] about MCL Review: Hopdoddy Burger Bar