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
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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
Atrocities I’ve committed in My First Month
Here is a short list of a few things I am guilty of doing. 1.) Hanging out with someone without knowing their name I am a repeat offender in this category. I would say I am terrible with … [Read More...] about Atrocities I’ve committed in My First Month
MCL News Minute – September 25
Callie takes you through three events including a MakerFest, a meditation opportunity, and a session on eating disorders. … [Read More...] about MCL News Minute – September 25
CommonsCast – Episode 164
Katie sits down with the Dean of the Commons, Melissa Gresalfi, to talk about getting into clubs and extracurricular activities to how to deal with living in the "Vanderbubble." … [Read More...] about CommonsCast – Episode 164
Spotify Playlists for Vandy Freshman
I am always searching for songs and Spotify playlists to match my emotions or whatever I'm experiencing, and I'm sure many of you do the same. Being in college comes with many new experiences and … [Read More...] about Spotify Playlists for Vandy Freshman
Washing Your Hands and Other Things I Thought Everyone Did
One of the quintessential aspects of going to college is meeting people from different backgrounds who may have different cultures, identities, and habits. While this can become one of the most … [Read More...] about Washing Your Hands and Other Things I Thought Everyone Did
Lessons I have learned in my first month as a college student:
“The days are long, but the weeks are short,” an older friend once told me upon reflecting on her first year of college. As I have begun to settle into my routine, I can't think of a more accurate … [Read More...] about Lessons I have learned in my first month as a college student:
10 Simple Halloween Costumes for Freshman Balling on a Budget
1.) Sun or Moon This is a very simple and cute costume idea! For the sun you can wear either gold or yellow depending on what you have and grey or silver for the moon. I also threw a sun headband … [Read More...] about 10 Simple Halloween Costumes for Freshman Balling on a Budget
MCL News Minute – September 18
A day hike, Northchella, and Voter Registration Callie checks out some of the bigger events first-year students should attend in the next week. … [Read More...] about MCL News Minute – September 18
First Year, Five First Time Encounters
Vanderbilt’s stunning and lively campus was one of the main incentives for me to attend. Not only was the architecture and landscape striking to me but so was the culture and student life, and the … [Read More...] about First Year, Five First Time Encounters
Journaling Prompts for College Freshman
If you know me, you know that I am an avid journal-keeper. For the past four years, I’ve written down pretty much everything that’s happened in my life. Journaling is a great way to process your … [Read More...] about Journaling Prompts for College Freshman