Whether you’re looking to try something new this week or just trying to get out of the library, take a study break and peruse some of the events below. For more offerings, check out Anchor Link. 

Disclaimer: Sources of event information are Anchor Link and Facebook.

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Educational

What: How to Study for Science Courses

When: Wednesday, Feb. 6 from 7 to 8 p.m.

Where: Stevenson 4327

Why: For all the non-STEM majors out there struggling to fulfill their math and natural sciences AXLE requirement, come and learn valuable science study skills.

Who: Scientific Immersion and Mentorship

What: Animal Property Rights

When: Wednesday, Feb. 6 from 3:30 to 5 p.m.

Where: Vanderbilt Law School, Hyatt Room

Why:Hear a lecture from Professor Karen Bradshaw of Arizona State University on a new legal approach to protecting captive animals.

Who: Vanderbilt Law School

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Sports

What: Vanderbilt Women’s Lacrosse vs. Wagner College

When: Sunday, Feb. 10 from 1 to 2 p.m.

Where: Vanderbilt Lacrosse Complex

Why: Cheer on the women’s lacrosse team and, if you’re one of the first 200 fans, enjoy a hot chocolate and coffee bar.

Who: Vanderbilt Athletics

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Cultural

What: Latinoamérica Hoy

When: Wednesday, Feb. 6 from 5 to 6 p.m.

Where: Buttrick 102

Why:Discuss different issues affecting Latin American communities with a Vanderbilt professor and fellow students.

Who: Association of Latin American Students

What: Chai time: Urdu conversation

When: Friday, Feb. 8 from 12 to 2 p.m.

Where: Center for Second Language Studies

Why:Enjoy some tea and snacks while practicing your Urdu skills with all levels of speakers.

Who: Vanderbilt Center for Second Language Studies

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Recreational

What: Valentine’s Day Card Making for Girls Inc.

When: Wednesday, Feb. 6 from 6 to 7 p.m.

Where: Featheringill 110

Why:Have some early Valentine’s Day fun by making Valentine’s Day cards for Girls Inc. GME: Community Impact.

Who: Society for Women Engineers

What: Chinese New Year Celebration

When: Saturday, Feb. 9 from 12 to 3 p.m.

Where: Stallworth Park, 21st Avenue and Blakemore Avenue

Why:Celebrate Chinese New Year by enjoying lion dancing, dragon dancing, juggling, Chine dance, Tai Chi, arts & crafts and food trucks from Lucky Bamboo, DegThai and Boomerang Australian Coffee.

Who: Division of Public Affairs

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Arts

What: Black Boy Joy Exhibit Opening

When: Tuesday, Feb. 5 from 12 to 1 p.m.

Where: Black Cultural Center

Why:Marvel at a photography exhibit inspired by the hashtag #blackboyjoy which encourages African American men to show their emotions and be themselves.

Who: Black Cultural Center

What: Choral Prism

When: Friday Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Where: Blair School of Music

Why:Take in a free night of performance by many of Vanderbilt’s singing ensembles. GME: Campus Involvement.

Who: Blair Student Council

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Health & Wellness

What: American Red Cross February 4th Blood Drive

When: Monday, Feb. 4 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: Sarratt 216/220

Why:Take some time to donate blood and help save lives—one donationcan save three lives.

Who: American Red Cross at Vanderbilt

What: Gentle Yoga

When: Monday, Feb. 4 from 2 to 3 p.m.

Where: Center for Student Wellbeing

Why:Relax and unwind with some yoga.

Who: Center for Student Wellbeing and Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center

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