Looking to try something new this week? Peruse the events below and make a point to attend something outside of your comfort zone. For more offerings, check out Anchor Link.
Disclaimer: Sources of event information are Anchor Link and Facebook. Sports information provided by Cutler Klein, Sports Editor.
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Educational
What: Cultural Appropriation GBM
When: Monday, October 22 from 5 to 6 p.m.
Where: Sarratt 216
Why: Right in time for Halloween, join the Vanderbilt Feminists for an educational event and round-table discussion of cultural appropriation.
Who: Vanderbilt Feminists
What: InclusAbility: TIPS Autism & Innovation Panel
When: Tuesday, October 23 from 12 to 1 p.m.
Where: Sarratt 216/220
Why: As part of Vanderbilt’s Trans-Institutional Programs, this event brings together Nashville employers, national autism-related organization representatives and Vanderbilt researchers and scholars among various departments. The discussion will relate to the past, present and future innovations regarding autistic adults in the workforce.
Who: Office for Inclusive Excellence
What: Emerge
When: Saturday, October 27 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Student Life Center
Why: This one-day conference about Artificial Intelligence will unite educators, students and the community interested in this relevant field. There will be food, a raffle and speeches. Emerge counts for GME and is open to anyone interested in the topic. Register here.
Who: ACM-W Women in Computing
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Sports
What: Vanderbilt Soccer @ Ole Miss
When: Thursday, October 25 at 6 p.m.
Where: Television: SEC Network Plus
Why: The SEC regular season champions close out the regular season with a game on the road in Oxford against Ole Miss. Coverage begins at 6:00 PM on SEC Network Plus.
Who: Vanderbilt Soccer
Where: Currey Tennis Center
Who: Vanderbilt Women’s Tennis
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Cultural
What: Calle Commodore
When: Tuesday, October 23 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Where: Alumni Lawn
Why: Join AMIGOS for this Latino cultural celebration, which will feature barefoot soccer, Latino dance music and food. All proceeds will fund international medical service trips and local programs and partnerships with the local Latino, immigrant and refugee communities in Nashville.
Who: AMIGOS
What: Samosas & Vandy Taal
When: Tuesday, October 23 at 7:30 to 8:15 p.m.
Where: Tolman Floor 1 TV Lounge
Why: Enjoy a free mini performance by Vandy Taal in addition to samosas and a discussion of South Asian culture and how it connects to members’ involvement in this a cappella group.
Who: Alumni Lawn RA Staff and Vandy Taal
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Recreational
What: Legend’s Tour
When: Wednesday, October 24 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where: Steps of Kirkland Hall
Why: Take a spooky fall tour of campus with ghost stories and chilling urban legends. The first 75 students receive a free t-shirt. RSVP here to ensure snacks for everyone.
Who: Student Alumni Board and Vanderbilt University Theatre
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Arts
What: CMA EDU Songwriter Night with Teddy Robb
When: Tuesday, October 23 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Where: 309 Buttrick Hall
Why: Songwriter Teddy Robb will perform an intimate acoustic show, featuring his debut single “Lead Me On.” Along with the performance, he will answer questions and share stories and advice for those interested in the music industry.
Who: CMA EDU at Vanderbilt
What: Melodores Fall Concert
When: Friday, October 26 from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.
Where: Sarratt Cinema
Why: Join the Melodores for their annual fall concert, featuring a variety of songs performed by this all-male a cappella group.
Who: The Vanderbilt Melodores
What: Vanderbilt Symphonic Choir and Chorale Concert
When: Friday, October 26 from 8 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Ingram Hall
Why: Make your way to Blair for an evening of choral music by two choirs composed of student vocalists.
Who: Blair Student Council, Vanderbilt Symphonic Choir and Vanderbilt Chorale
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Health & Wellness
What: Gentle Yoga
When: Monday, October 22 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Where: Center for Student Wellbeing
Why: Ease your way into this wellbeing practice, even if you have no experience. Anyone can join in, and no equipment is required.
Who: Center for Student Wellbeing and Student Care Network
What: Boxing at the Rec
When: Monday, October 22 from 4:30 to 5:25 p.m.
Where: Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center
Why: The second session of Boxing at the Rec is a six-week class taught by Tramaine Crook, USA Boxing coach and certified personal trainer. Register here for this non-contact, co-ed class for all experience levels. Bring your own boxing gloves and hand wraps.
Who: Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center and Student Care Network
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