Looking to squeeze in something new before campus simmers down for spring break? Here are just a few notable options. For more offerings, check out Anchor Link.
Disclaimer: Source of event information is Anchor Link and Facebook
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Educational
What: Faculty Dinner with Professor Gregory Melchor-Barz
When: Monday, Feb. 25 from 5:00 to 6:00 pm
Where: Cole Hall
Why: Come enjoy Maggiano’s dinner while discussing the role of music in public health with an expert in the matter and interim Dean of the Ingram Commons, Professor Melchor-Barz.
Who: Alumni Lawn, Cole & Tolman
What: The Future of Legal Education: A Discussion with David Lat of Above the Law
When: Tuesday, Feb. 26 from 12:10 to 1:00 pm
Where: Vanderbilt Law School, Hyatt Room
Why: Listen to former prosecutor, author, and editor David Lat talk about a behind-the-scenes look at the world of law and what developments in the field have recently come about.
Who: Vanderbilt University Libraries, Vanderbilt Law School
What: Careers & Chik-fil-A
When: Wednesday, Feb. 27 from 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Where: Featheringill 136
Why: Hear Vanderbilt Law alumnus Lance Bell speak about his experience in the marketing field and current position at BRG Capital Advisors; Chik-fil-A will be served as well.
Who: Vanderbilt Finance Club
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Sports
What: Baseball vs. Southeast Missouri State University
When: Tuesday, Feb. 26 at 4:30 pm
Where: Hawkins Field
Why: Watch the Vandy Boys take a swing at winning this game and continuing their good start to the season.
Who: Vanderbilt Athletics
What: Men’s Basketball vs. University of Florida
When: Wednesday, Feb. 27 at 8:00 pm
Where: Memorial Gym
Why: Cheer on your ‘dores in one of the final games of their season as they take on the Gators
Who: Vanderbilt Athletics
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Cultural
What: Chew On This: When Is It Not Black History Month?
When: Monday, Feb. 25 from 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Where: Black Cultural Center & Various Locations on Campus
Why: Discuss race, history and power over dinner in faculty-led groups scattered around campus. Find out more about the event’s locations and topics here.
Who: Black Cultural Center
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Recreational
What: Self Defense with VUPD
When: Wednesday, Feb. 27 from 4:00 to 5:00 pm
Where: Black Cultural Center
Why: Learn helpful self-defense techniques from VUPD Captain Leshaun Oliver.
Who: Black Cultural Center
What: On the Come Up Book Club
When: Thursday, Feb. 28 from 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Where: Sarratt 325
Why: Join the Women’s Center as they discuss On the Come Up, the second book by The Hate U Give author, Angie Thomas. Anyone is welcome to attend, and the talk will be supplemented with hot chocolate and snacks.
Who: Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center
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Arts
What: Vanderbilt Wind Symphony Concert
When: Wednesday, Feb. 27 from 8:00 to 9:30 pm
Where: Ingram Hall
Why: Come hear the Vanderbilt Wind Symphony play a series of pieces from 1924, featuring two Blair professors as soloists. The concert is free for students.
Who: Blair Student Council
What: “El Aula Vacía (The Empty Classroom)” Screening
When: Thursday, Feb. 28 from 7:30 to 10:30 pm
Where: Sarratt Cinema
Why: Winner of the UNICEF Childhood and Adolescence Award, this captivating anthology of both narrative and documentary short films brings together eleven award-winning filmmakers from seven different countries to examine the educational crisis in Latin America.
Who: International Lens Film Series
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Health & Wellness
What: Kitchen Table Series: Who is Body Positivity For?
When: Tuesday, Feb. 26 from 5:00 to 6:00 pm
Where: Sarratt 363
Why: Discuss how the “body pos” movement has shifted from radical self-love to celebrity endorsed “fit teas” and other products aimed to bring bodies closer to the American ideal. Dinner will be provided.
Who: Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center
What: [IM]Perfection Project Speak-Out Panel
When: Thursday, Feb. 28 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm
Where: Kissam Center C210
Why: Come listen to undergraduate and graduate students alike share their stories about topics related to perfectionism, fear of failure, mental health and resilience at Vanderbilt. Hot chocolate and donuts will be served.
Who: Center for Student Wellbeing, Student Care Network
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