The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University

The Vanderbilt Hustler
The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University since 1888
Memorial Magic is back at home! Catch up on the latest basketball scores and previews here.
The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University

The Vanderbilt Hustler
The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University since 1888
Memorial Magic is back at home! Catch up on the latest basketball scores and previews here.
The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University

The Vanderbilt Hustler
The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University
Memorial Magic is back at home! Catch up on the latest basketball scores and previews here.
NEWS
Rand Hall in a blanket of snow as snow continues to flutter down, as photographed on Jan. 10, 2025. (Hustler Multimedia/ George Albu)
University cancels classes for snow storm, Campus Dining alters hours
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier canceled classes on Jan. 10 to accommodate the inclement weather.
By Alison Winters, News Editor • Jan 10, 2025
Peabody Lawn and trees in the fall, as photographed on Nov. 20, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Izabela Bisiak)
Fall 2024 Vanderbilt Poll finds increased support for MAGA sentiment and state officials
By Alison Winters and Shayda Oliaei • Jan 9, 2025
“Vanderbilt 150” banner hangs on a street pole in front of fall foliage, as photographed on Oct. 3, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Abby Hoelscher)
Vanderbilt’s Dare To Grow campaign surpasses its $3.2 billion goal 20 months early
By Madeleine Freeland and Swarada Kulkarni • Jan 8, 2025
Professor John Janusek wearing a traditional costume during a festival in the town of Qhunqhu Liqiliqi, Bolivia, as photographed circa 2007. (Photo courtesy of Jenni Ohnstad)
University denies funding to complete the work of late Professor John Janusek, colleagues continue his projects
By Devon Super and Spencer George • Dec 28, 2024
RECENT STORIES
Filmmakers Karen Hayes and Pamela Tom discuss their film with Dr. Phillis Sheppard in Sarratt Cinema, as photographed on Jan. 15, 2025. (Hustler Staff/Alison Winters)
Filmmakers Karen Hayes and Pamela Tom discuss documentary about late Reverend James Lawson for MLK Commemorative Event Series
The documentary spotlights Lawson’s activism and legacy of nonviolent resistance, including his civil rights work alongside Martin Luther King Jr.
By Alison Winters, News Editor • 44 minutes ago
SEC Men’s Basketball Power Rankings: Into the thick of it
By Jillian Oresky and Ari Shamberg • 1 hour ago
Darren Reisberg named vice chancellor for administration
By Sae-Eun Lee, Staff Writer • 15 hours ago
Men’s Basketball: Vanderbilt improves to .500 in SEC play, defeats South Carolina 66-63 at home
By Grace Hall, Deputy Sports Editor • Jan 15, 2025
Take a ‘Journey through Japan’ and its art over the centuries at the Frist Art Museum
By Jocelyn Ni, Staff Writer and Photographer • Jan 15, 2025
LIFE
Graphic depicting a variety of mocktails in several glasses. (Hustler Multimedia/Sam El-Shammaa)
Brrr-y beverages without buzz: Hustler guide to winter mocktails 
With the start of the Spring semester, now is a great time to craft a drink that’s sure to delight.
By George Albu, Staff Writer & Photographer • Jan 14, 2025
A student reading in a room surrounded by books and a sign that says “Adventure awaits.” (Hustler Multimedia/Lily Martinez)
Books we can’t put down: The Hustler staff’s picks
By TaMyra Johnson, Elena Parisi, Scarlett Chen, Grace Asness, Shayna Kar, Kayleigh Flaks, Eliana Gonzalez, Amy Grill and Maci Cohen • Jan 12, 2025
A group of students pose for a group photo in the snowfall, as photographed on Jan. 10, 2025. (Hustler Multimedia/George Albu)
Freezing fun: Snow day in Vandyland
By George Albu, Staff Writer and Photographer • Jan 12, 2025
The cast of Vanderbilt Ballet Theater’s “The Nutcracker” takes their final bow on stage of Ingram Hall. (Hustler Multimedia/Pearl Zhang)
Vanderbilt Ballet Theater’s ‘The Nutcracker’ goes beyond classical dance to celebrate the Nashville community
By Pearl Zhang, Staff Writer • Jan 5, 2025
SPORTS
PHOTOGRAPHY
Students walk into Hobbs Hall, as photographed on Nov. 20, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Izabela Bisiak)
Katie Gavin smiles affectionately at her audience at The Blue Room, as photographed on Dec. 8, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Abbie Bobeck)
A bend in the Tennessee River viewed from Snooper's Rock and covered in fiery-colored trees, as photographed on Nov. 28, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Jocelyn Ni)
OPINION
Black-and-white photograph of Kirkland Hall with tents in front of it, as photographed on April 4, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/George Albu)
VADNOS: Civil discourse shouldn’t come at the expense of student activism
By Jason Vadnos, Staffer-in-Training • Jan 14, 2025
A graphic depicting four people walking in a crosswalk. The crosswalk is riddled with holes, traffic cones and caution signs. (Hustler Multimedia/Pearl Zhang)
TANG: Nashville’s lack of third spaces is harming its students
By Robert Tang, Staffer-in-Training • Jan 8, 2025
Graphic depicting a person scanning their identification card onto a card reader. The card reader displays a red and a green light. Next to the reader is a large lock. (Hustler Multimedia/Sam El-Shammaa)
NAVA: Vanderbilt should unlock its doors
By Evan Nava, Staffer-in-Training • Jan 7, 2025
Graphic depicting a skeleton looking tiredly at a computer screen containing a chemical equation. (Hustler Staff/Jorie Fawcett)
GUEST EDITORIAL: Weed-out classes are the silent barrier for disadvantaged students
By Olivia Ryan, Guest Writer • Dec 18, 2024
TRENDING
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A graphic depicting four people walking in a crosswalk. The crosswalk is riddled with holes, traffic cones and caution signs. (Hustler Multimedia/Pearl Zhang)

TANG: Nashville’s lack of third spaces is harming its students

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Hanna Pinang stands by a Christmas tree following her acceptance to Vanderbilt, as photographed on Dec. 17, 2024. (Courtesy of Hanna Pinang)

‘Surreal and unreal’: Class of 2029 early decision applicants react to acceptances

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Allie Schwartz poses with her acceptance letter from Vanderbilt. (Photo courtesy of Allie Schwartz)

A steady decline: Class of 2028 regular decision admission rate drops to 3.7%, overall admission rate to 5.1%

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Vanderbilt's offensive line huddles up. (Hustler Multimieda/Lexie Perez)

Vanderbilt Football transfer portal tracker

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Graphic depicting a skeleton looking tiredly at a computer screen containing a chemical equation. (Hustler Staff/Jorie Fawcett)

GUEST EDITORIAL: Weed-out classes are the silent barrier for disadvantaged students

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Peabody Lawn and trees in the fall, as photographed on Nov. 20, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Izabela Bisiak)

Fall 2024 Vanderbilt Poll finds increased support for MAGA sentiment and state officials

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Alyssa Lokits in cap and gown on Commencement Day, as photographed on May 12, 2017. (Photo courtesy of Abby Lokits)

‘A ray of light’: Vanderbilt community remembers alumna Alyssa Lokits

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Diego Pavia points up into the student section after the game against Tennessee, as photographed Nov. 30, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Barrie Barto)

UPDATED: Diego Pavia granted preliminary injunction, can play in 2025

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Hailey Weiner in Vanderbilt merchandise after being admitted EDII. (Photo courtesy of Hailey Weiner)

Vanderbilt early decision acceptance rate dips slightly to 15.2%

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Graphic depicting a person scanning their identification card onto a card reader. The card reader displays a red and a green light. Next to the reader is a large lock. (Hustler Multimedia/Sam El-Shammaa)

NAVA: Vanderbilt should unlock its doors

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