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Oct. 7, 2015—I spun through the air and then landed on the concrete, laughing. It was midnight and Zack and I had just attempted the swing dancing routine Around the World. Around us, about seventy-five people swing danced, whirling around in sundresses or sweatpants, their feet scraping against the floor of the top of the parking garage.
Transfer Orientation: Part 2
Oct. 6, 2015—The beginning of my junior year started with Transfer Orientation... again. But this time, I was a Transfer Student Orientation Leader!
Good Times Are Here
Oct. 5, 2015—The first few weeks of school have begun with amazing success, and with friends like these, I can't wait to see what awaits me.
Anchoring Down in My New Home
Oct. 3, 2015—Books, dinner, and a movie with Dean Beasley? Preds hockey games? Taylor Swift? My first month here has been a dream.
Introducing New Blogger Anisha Patel
Sep. 30, 2015—Hi everyone! My name is Anisha Patel, and like my colleague Zeben Ashton, I’m both a Vanderbilt admissions counselor and one of the newest members of the Vanderbilt admissions blogging team. I am so excited to share with you all my tips for navigating the admissions process, and stories from my time on the road as a representative of my Alma mater, Vanderbilt University!
In With The New!
Sep. 29, 2015—New bloggers make Heather feel old feelings. Warning: Very sentimental. I have feelings.
8 Tips for Attending College Fairs
Sep. 16, 2015—As a counselor who has been attending college fairs for several years now, I can honestly say that I’ve been asked everything under the sun I expect to hear the more typical (but important) questions about class size, campus environment, major and minor offerings, SAT and ACT requirements, application process and of course “how do I get in?” But there are always those questions that take me by surprise.
What is the Middle 50%?
Sep. 15, 2015—Today we take a look at standardized testing and "the middle 50%." What is it and how can you use it to better understand selective college admissions.
True Life: I’m the Inside ‘Dores Recruitment Chair
Aug. 30, 2015—As a new year at Vanderbilt begins, the Inside 'Dores team is seeking new bloggers from all types of backgrounds. Our next hit writer could be you, and we are more than eager to get to know you. Click here to find the application link at the bottom of the post.
Introducing New Blogger Zeben Ashton
Aug. 27, 2015—Hi y’all! My name is Zeben Ashton (Zeb), and in addition to serving as a Vanderbilt admissions counselor, I’m one of the newest members of the Vanderbilt Admissions blogging team. I look forward to sharing my insights into the college search and application processes.
Attention Seniors: VU Applications Now Available
Aug. 1, 2015—Attention high school seniors, it’s time to take the first step in making your college dream a reality: Vanderbilt applications are now available through the Common Application and the Universal College Application. My advice? Start your application early and visit the Application QuickGuide to learn more about the Vanderbilt admissions process. You may use either...
First-Year and Transfer Waitlists Closed
Jul. 13, 2015—The fall 2015 incoming first-year and transfer classes are now full, and we are closing these waitlists. We have emailed a notification to those of you who remained active on our waitlist in order to update you as quickly as possible. To all students who were placed on either of our waitlists but who did...