November, 2015
What I’m Looking Forward To
Nov. 17, 2015—It’s been a little while since my last blog post. I’m still recovering from a killer week with two big exams and a research paper, but I figured I should write something before finals approach. Oh boy. Don’t want to start thinking about that. The semester is gradually winding to a close. I just had...
Tune In Tuesday
Nov. 16, 2015—Students incorporating their interests of music and their desire to relax into an alternative study break!
Vandy Gone Swank
Nov. 15, 2015—Vanderbilt hosted a super top-secret dining excursion, and, of course, I was in attendance.
A Tourist in my Own City
Nov. 15, 2015—Whether it's in Barcelona or in Nashville, take some time and be a tourist in your own city once in a while.
Random Roommate: Then and Now
Nov. 11, 2015—My reflections on deciding to room with a total stranger my first year of college.
Showtunes, Sweepstakes, and the Symphony (Thanks, Nashville!)
Nov. 10, 2015—In my continuous effort to explore every corner of Nashville, I attended a special Broadway-themed performance of the Nashville Symphony (featuring a real-life Disney princess!) and didn't pay a cent.
Procrastinating.. The Right Way
Nov. 9, 2015—Because even the most Type A people need some old fashion procrastination in their lives.
My Month in Ecuador (thank you Vandy!)
Nov. 8, 2015—This summer I went to Ecuador for a month, thanks to a program in Vandy's OACS (Office of Active Citizenship and Service). This program taught me more than I could have asked for. We had a reunion dinner to reflect on our experience, and I was asked to write a speech. Here it is!
“Yo Zeppos” – An Evening with the Chancellor
Nov. 8, 2015—As we get closer and closer to the end of this semester, the Vanderbilt Visions program is coming to a close as well. Visions is a great way to bring people from different backgrounds, who might not have met each other on their own, together. My VUceptors, Bill and Melissa, are so supportive and welcoming,...
Heating up in the Chill
Nov. 8, 2015—A first-year's November is the infant ember of a mighty bonfire, the spark that sets things into motion far beyond what human reasoning can discern. But it's still pretty cold sometimes.