News & features about the Vanderbilt Commons from the students who live here
“I’m passionate about working out. I try to work out every day even with my busy schedule. Working out is a huge stress relief for me. I enjoy working hard towards something and seeing results, and I’ve really found a passion for working out.”
“Equality is a theme that is central to my life. I believe in the equality of all people, regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, age, or socioeconomic status. It pains me to see that discrimination still exists and is deeply ingrained in society today, and I believe it is the duty of every human being to fight for justice. If we don’t attempt to improve society, what are we even here for?”
“I am passionate about my family and friends. In my life, these people are the ones who have had the greatest impact on me as well as the ones I’ve spent the most time with. I am passionate about them because I care a lot about them and care a lot about how they’re doing in their lives.”
“I am very passionate about helping others reach their fullest potentials through learning to be themselves. Everyone has insecurities, eccentricities, and things that make them unique, but often times, they are too afraid to show this to others. People need to realize that the expression of their unique traits is something that oftentimes benefits the world. Being a music major helps me to express myself through the medium of music, and also allows me to see others expressing themselves in a similar medium – something I very much do enjoy.”
“I am really passionate about traveling the world and seeing new countries. I am passionate about experiencing new cultures and learning new languages. I love meeting people with different backgrounds and the chaos that comes with traveling. My No. 1 on my bucket list is to travel to all seven continents.”
“Music! It’s one of the most creative things humans can create. Random noises, pitches, tones come together to crate a sound that causes us to break into song and dance. To create something capable of that is truly special and fun!”
“My passion is in the art that I create and animation. I try to create from muscle memory or just try to create something impossible or top others who inspired me. I also have a passion for my family and the music that I choose. “
“I’m very passionate about music. It’s always been a big part of my life, and there’s not a day that I have where I don’t listen to it.”
Olivia: “I am passionate about my friends. I enjoy spending time with others and surrounding myself with those who make me happy. I pride myself on being a good friend.”
Liv: “Education! Working hard and balancing that with fun!”
Lauren: “I am passionate about Relay for Life. I did Relay throughout high school and continue to participate at Vanderbilt. I love raising money for such a great cause and instilling hope in the lives of so many.”
“I am passionate about music and how it can be used to shape the world around us. I grew up listening to a variety of music and also learned to play piano, clarinet, and saxophone along the way. In my experience, music is a form of emotional expression that musicians can share with their audience. I am passionate about using my musical abilities and talents to express what I see and feel in my surroundings and share it with those around me.”