August, 2010
College Rankings: Everybody is an Expert
Aug. 30, 2010—Last night I thought it would be a rather clever time for me to write my Monday blog about college rankings. Today I woke up and everybody is writing their Monday blog about college rankings! My Twitter feed is overwhelmed with opinions on the topic and all the major newspapers have an angle on the...
First Week of Classes…Update
Aug. 30, 2010—Quick update.. because I’m studying right now :) What a packed week. Classes started Wednesday but unfortunately my mind still has not adjusted. It’s still in summer mode. HA. Welcome back ready or not. In all seriousness, it’s good to be back in the swing of things. The new first-year and transfer students are really...
Meet Dustin Lynn
Aug. 27, 2010—My hometown is Waynesboro, Tennessee (named, appropriately enough, after “Mad” Anthony Wayne, a US Army general known for his fiery personality) . I am the counselor responsible for the areas of West Texas, Rio Grande Valley, and San Antonio.
First Day of School
Aug. 25, 2010—School is now in session! Today marks the first day of classes for Vanderbilt student. Campus was quiet and pastoral all summer; it’s wonderful to have this infusion of energy in town. Throughout the summer I told visiting families to come back for a visit this fall. So sign up for visit programs now! They...
Vanderbilt Traditions: Founder’s Walk
Aug. 23, 2010—Yesterday was Founders Walk, which is an old Vanderbilt tradition to welcome new first-year and transfer students. The nearly 2000 walkers trek the outskirts of campus and end up at Wilson Lawn, not before encountering a HUGE crowd of our student groups lining the final stretch, cheering and welcoming everyone to campus. To be honest, when I asked...
Early Decision Quiz
Aug. 23, 2010—I am frequently asked by students whether or not they should apply Early Decision. Below are some basic questions to ask before making that decision.
A New Chapter – Move In Day 2010
Aug. 21, 2010—It’s the start of another chapter inVanderbilt history today as the newest residents of Vanderbilt’s Freshman Commons move in. It is a tremendous sight, and truly symbolizes the immediate embracing of our newest Commodores. Never fails to give me chills.
Meet Amy Smith
Aug. 20, 2010—My hometown is Green Brook, New Jersey. I am the admissions counselor responsible for the New Jersey counties of Bergen, Essex, Somerset, Mercer, and Southern Passaic!!
Summer in the Nashville City
Aug. 19, 2010—I spent about half my summer in Nashville – and it may have been one of the best decisions ever. Right after finals I went home for my younger brother’s high school graduation and then did some summer traveling. By the end of June, I repacked my things and headed back down south.
Back in Dorm Life..
Aug. 18, 2010—I just got back to school yesterday evening. Took the 8.5 hr drive from NC with a friend of mine that is helping me move in for a couple days. As I have been allowed early move-in due to tour guide training in the week before school, hardly anybody else is here. Read below to...
The Campus Tour
Aug. 18, 2010—If you attended one of our Road Show events this past week you know we highly encourage a campus visit to follow. There’s simply no replacement for standing in the middle of Alumni Lawn, hearing music resonate from the sky, and knowing this is where you want to spend the next chapter of your life. ...
On the Road
Aug. 16, 2010—This week marks my first official recruitment trip of the Fall 2011 admissions cycle! Thom and I are Road Show buddies for the week and we will be visiting Chicago, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, and Indianapolis. What exactly is the Road Show about? Essentially, it’s us bringing Vanderbilt to you. At these events we host an information...