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What Should I Major In?
Nov. 2, 2016—“What should I major in?” As an admissions officer, this is a question I frequently get from high school seniors in the college search process. Well-prepared high school students have nearly endless opportunities in front of them, and that can be a bit overwhelming at times. But have no fear; the Vanderbilt Admissions Blog is...
The Nashville Fall "Event List"
Oct. 24, 2016—Welcome to the wonderful world of Music City, home to celebrities such as Taylor Swift, Keith Urban, Hannah Montana, and myself, Keldrick! As I have traveled to high schools and college fairs this fall, I’ve enjoyed telling prospective students about the bustling city we call Nashville. Personally, I think of Nashville as a quaint, southern...
Hanging out with Vanderbilt Students, Community Edition
Nov. 2, 2015—The latest video in our recently launched series of Google Hangouts with Vanderbilt students is now online. Check it out below! As you may have seen from our first student hangout on academic life at Vanderbilt, these videos are conversations with current students about their lives as Commodores. Our latest video explores student life and...
Hanging out with Vanderbilt Students, Academics Edition
Oct. 20, 2015—We now have a new way for you to hear directly from students about their experience at Vanderbilt: google hangouts. Check out the video of current VU students chatting about Vanderbilt campus community.
Taylor Swift, Chancellor Zeppos, and VU’s ‘Wildest Dreams’
Oct. 9, 2015—On September 25 and 26, Taylor Swift played a pair of sold-out concerts at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. As you might imagine, these were some of the hottest tickets Nashville has seen in a long time, and you can bet that there were more than a few Vanderbilt students in attendance. Admissions counselor Annalise Miyashiro was...
Rites of Spring is Coming
Mar. 18, 2015—The incredible tradition that is Rites of Spring is back on campus next month. Today on the blog we have this year's lineup and a Spotify playlist to get you prepared.
Creativity and the Arts at Vanderbilt
Feb. 24, 2015—Vanderbilt is a community rich with the arts. David runs down just some of the possibilities today on the blog.
A Year in Review – 2014 Admissions Blog Posts
Dec. 29, 2014—It has been busy year at Vanderbilt! As 2014 comes to a close, we review the biggest events that occupied our attention in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Why Are Vanderbilt Students So Happy
Aug. 4, 2014—Vanderbilt ranks as the #1 happiest college in America, according to a new survey by the Princeton Review. So, what makes Commodores so darn happy? We investigate today on the blog.
Summer Break – Student Blogger Edition
Jun. 25, 2014—Jay shares some digital postcards from the Inside 'Dores student bloggers, as they fill us in on their amazing summer experiences.
It’s Street Food Month In Nashville!
May. 14, 2014—Music City dedicated an entire month to the magical wonder that is food trucks.
From the Students: What’s the Best Thing About Nashville?
Apr. 15, 2014—Current VU students share their favorite things about living in Music City USA.