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Fall is here!

Oct. 9, 2012—As I’m sure many of you know, this past weekend was Vandy’s fall break. And it definitely ushered in the frigid fall weather that we’re all now experiencing...

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Fourth Fridays Return!

Oct. 8, 2012—If you all weren't aware, I'm a pretty big Melodores fan. I've written about their performances before, and I attended the ICCA South Semifinals which were held here at Vandy. I'm also a pretty big fan of supporting fellow bloggers in their endeavors and week from this past Friday I was able to combine both of those!

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Dead Man’s Cell Phone!

Sep. 29, 2012—Yesterday I know most people went to the Vanderbilt Programming Board’s Carnival Night, and I did stop by there for some free pizza and a photo booth with my boyfriend, but the main highlight of my night was seeing Dead Man’s Cell Phone...

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Intramurals

Sep. 20, 2012—As the intramural season approaches, I prepare for my breakout season in which I become a professional athlete

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It’s almost time!

Aug. 21, 2012—The few days before school begins are always a little crazy–on Saturday I moved in a whole lot of first years (and was a firsthand witness to Ann’s great enthusiasm). The rest of the day was spent recovering and catching up with some friends and then trekking back to Commons for the Protestant worship service...

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Almost back to the grind…

Aug. 21, 2012—This post comes to you from the common room of my apartment-style dorm back at Vandy! I moved in on Saturday, and in true Vanderbilt style, a plethora of things have happened since.

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Summer Reading Bonanza

Aug. 4, 2012—Since summer has leached away my ability to accomplish tasks in a prompt or timely manner (I DON’T REGRET IT), my early summer idea to post a list of the books I read over break was snapped up by fellow blogger Victoria “Shakespeare” Barner. Undeterred, however, I’m pressing on for your sake, readers.

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Commencement: The Participant’s Perspective

Jun. 25, 2012—(You've gotten my perspective of the Commencement experience--now see it through the graduate's eyes. The following post is written by my very good friend Stephen Hollabaugh [see picture below], a recent graduate of the Vanderbilt Class of 2012.)

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How to tell when Commencement is just around the corner

May. 17, 2012—I've stayed on campus after it empties out before, but this year is my first time staying for Commencement here at Vanderbilt, and there are a few ways in which the campus starts to shift in preparation for this big event. Thus, I present to you yet another list post, entitled "5 Ways to Tell Commencement is Just Around the Corner":

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A Farewell Game

May. 2, 2012—Throughout the year, my band friends and I have regularly hosted game nights. One of our favorite games is Telestrations.

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Rites of Spring 2012

Apr. 24, 2012—This year marks my second year of going to Rites of Spring at Vanderbilt. Even though I didn't know any of the artists coming super well, I love the atmosphere of Rites and the awesome meal plan food options (like The Grilled Cheeserie). Here's a summary of my experience that weekend:

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Rites of Spring: A Summary

Apr. 18, 2012—Tomorrow, Thursday April 19 – Saturday April 21 is Vanderbilt’s annual spring music festival, Rites of Spring. Unfortunately, as I am abroad, I am missing it…but for those of you who don’t know about it, here is the research my aching heart did to try and make up for what I’m missing.

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