‘Summer’
Language Barriers
Jul. 10, 2011—One of my primary classes was teaching high school students (age 16 and 17) English after their school finished. There were four teachers for a class of about twenty, so there was plenty of one-on-one time. And while our class was five days a week, we needed A TON more time to teach them. Teaching...
Habitat for Humanity
Jul. 8, 2011—Yesterday, I decided that it was time to do some good in my community. I signed up for a Habitat for Humanity build in Miami. Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit organization that serves to provide safe and affordable homes to low-income families. Volunteers work with Habitat staff and future Habitat homeowners to build these...
Summer Part I
Jun. 25, 2011—Summer has been great so far. I left Vandy soon after classes ended and returned to my hometown of Auburn, Alabama. It was great to see old friends and share college experiences from our previous semesters at various schools. Overall, it was a very enjoyable and relaxing three weeks at home.
It Was a Great Run
Jun. 25, 2011—So, as you all probably know, Vanderbilt’s historic run in the College World Series came to an end yesterday. They lost to the Florida Gators. by a score of 6-4.
Summmmmmerrrrr!!!
Jun. 23, 2011—Hi, blog world! I’m sorry it has been so long since my last post, but as y’all know…life gets busy. But never fear, I’m back now! So. Summer break is finally here. I’m spending my summer interning for Rawlings Sporting Goods. Yes, you heard me, that’s right. Rawlings is headquartered in St. Louis, which is...
Vanderbilt Stays Alive in the CWS
Jun. 22, 2011—Tonight, the Commodores beat the Tarheels by a score of 5 to 1. In doing so, the Commodores eliminated UNC and advanced to take on the Florida Gators once again.
CWS Update
Jun. 21, 2011—About 17 hours after the first pitch, a weather delay and finally, an overnight suspension of play, our Vanderbilt Commodores lost to the Florida Gators, by a score of 3-1, falling to 1-1 in the College World Series.
Go ‘Dores!
Jun. 18, 2011—In case you haven’t heard, the Vanderbilt Men’s Baseball team is in the College World Series. They just beat North Carolina in their first game and Connor Harrell hit the first home run ever in the new College World Series Stadium.
My First Day
Jun. 8, 2011—One really nice thing about Vanderbilt is our extended summer. Our summer is about three and a half months long. Though I miss Vandy every day and I can’t wait to get back, our long break has allowed me to ease into my summer responsibilities. I started with relaxation and family time, then added my...
Summer’s Start
Jun. 1, 2011—Since it now June, and I have been home for a few weeks, I think the fact that I won’t be returning to Vanderbilt for another 2 months is finally sinking in. Coming home has been wonderful and relaxing, but I am definitely starting to miss the hustle and bustle of Vandy life.