Extracurriculars Category
7 Days of Blogging: How Does Panhellenic Recruitment Work?
Nov. 21, 2017—When I came to college, I had no clue whether or not I wanted to be a part of greek life. Neither of my parents were part of a greek organization, and I had little to no exposure to the institution before coming to Vanderbilt. As a disclaimer, I still don’t know all that much about...
The Start of Sophomore Year
Sep. 4, 2017—As the semester is beginning and all the squirrels are welcoming you to campus, I am sure that the questions at the front of your mind are “How is Ashli starting off her sophomore year?” and “What is she up to this semester?” Well, to ease your obvious anxiety, here is an update on me!...
Hindsight is 20/20
Jul. 18, 2017—I cannot believe that I am officially a senior! I still remember moving into West House three years ago, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed. Now, when I look back at freshman-year Aditi, I wish I could have known a few things before beginning my college journey. Of course, hindsight is 20/20, but here’s some advice from a...
CC: More about University Catholic!
Jul. 16, 2017—University Catholic: Open to everyone, welcoming to all!
SAQ: Is there a Christian community at Vanderbilt?
Jul. 16, 2017—Dear Sophie, I’m an incoming freshman, and I’m wondering about the Christian community at Vanderbilt. I’ve never really been part of a youth group or bible study, so I’m not sure what to expect. What’s the Christian community like at Vanderbilt? I answered this question through this post, but I wanted to have more of...
CC: Vanderbilt’s Christian Communities!
Jul. 15, 2017—Every Christian ministry is full of people searching too, and each ministry is loving and accepting. Find out more about them through the links in this post!
CC: Orthodox Christian Fellowship
Jul. 15, 2017—"Along with the activities, OCF provides a great sense of fellowship and community that promotes faith, love, praise, and service."
CC: Navigators (Navs!)
Jul. 15, 2017—"Now I have a really dope community of strong men and women, who are wiling to help me keep my eyes on Jesus Christ."
CC: Synesis, Faith and Reason Journal
Jul. 15, 2017—Synesis is Vanderbilt’s journal of Christian thought that seeks to bridge faith and reason. It’s an opportunity for students to explore topics of personal and academic interest in light of both Christian and secular worldviews. Topics have ranged from mental illness to the refugee crisis to chemistry and physics and incorporate students from all walks, ministries, and denominations around campus.
CC: Young Life
Jul. 15, 2017—" I had never been to Young Life before coming to College, but have absolutely loved the times I went this year. The way that the staff talks about and shares Jesus has changed the way I viewed Him and given me a much deeper love for Him."
CC: Midtown Church!
Jul. 15, 2017—"Midtown was completely opposite form the only church experience I had known, yet it was exactly what I needed at the time."
CC: Ethos Church!
Jul. 15, 2017—One of the many churches in Nashville! "Ethos is a fairly young church of college students and young families, with laid back worship and strong Biblical teaching."