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The Vanderbilt Hustler

The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University.
The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University

The Vanderbilt Hustler

The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University.

Plan your week: 2/25 – 3/2

Spring at Vanderbilt. Flower blossom, taken on Friday, March 16, 2018. (Photo by Claire Barnett)
Spring at Vanderbilt. Flower blossom, taken on Friday, March 16, 2018. (Photo by Claire Barnett)

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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Isabel Tannenbaum ('21) was a student in Blair majoring in Violin Performance with minors in Viola and Neuroscience. She can be reached at [email protected].
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