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Cooking on the Meal Plan

Jan. 28, 2020—My older sister graduated from culinary school, and so naturally, cooking is in my blood. However, Vanderbilt requires that all students who live on-campus purchase a meal plan. In an effort to not waste money, I try to cook with groceries that are on the meal plan. We have little stores called Munchie Marts, and...

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What my Freshman Year Roommate Taught Me

May. 18, 2017—Honestly, I was extremely anxious about my first roommate, especially since I met her through Facebook. We only messaged each other a few times over the summer to coordinate things for the room. I wondered if she would like me or if we would get along. But after my freshman year, I could not have...

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Grins, Grins, It’s Good For Your Heart

Mar. 1, 2016—To find copious amounts of avocado and greens, head to the kosher campus café, Grins. A hot spot for the healthy eaters on campus, the delicious joint becomes a regular for students on the Vanderbilt meal plan.

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Food Options After 12am

Dec. 17, 2015—If you like staying up late like I do, don't worry... you can find food.

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Life Hacks for the Class of 2019

Apr. 14, 2015—To the Class of 2019, here are 7 tips that I wish someone had told me going into my first year at Vanderbilt

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So I Heard You Got Into Vandy – A Brief FAQ

Mar. 26, 2015—First off, CONGRATULATIONS! I hope you’re as excited about Vanderbilt as I was when I found out I was accepted, that fateful day just under a year ago. But that’s a story for another post… Whether you’re 100% sold on Vanderbilt, or still on the fence, I’m sure you have like a million questions about...

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A Breakfast Breakdown at Commons

Oct. 19, 2014—When I was registering for classes for the first time last summer, I thought it would be great to sign up for the earliest classes possible, so that I could have the afternoons off. What I didn’t take into account, however, was the fact that I would have to wake up. Early. Sometimes, (okay, all...

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Stalking the Class of 2018

May. 4, 2014—I've been watching you, and you have questions. Well, I have some answers!

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Warren and Moore, Here I Come!

Feb. 11, 2014—Room selection for Moor College Hall at Kissam. As a result of a random lottery, I am the proud resident-to-be of a single in the currently under-construction residence hall at Vanderbilt University. And the best part is that I will still have the option to live at Kissam as a junior and senior.

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Bamboo!!

Feb. 4, 2014—This past few weeks I have been terribly sick--sore throat, coughing up mucus, and all that gross stuff. But my Godsend has definitely been one of the newer restaurants on our meal plan--Bamboo! The workers there are so sweet, and their food is delicious..

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