We’re all unbelievably busy. Being busy is practically synonymous with being a college student, but it doesn’t mean we can’t find the time to have some fun. Read on to see all the events you’ll want to consider attending to recharge your social battery as you plan your upcoming week.
Educational
Feed that hungry Vanderbilt brain of yours with these thought-provoking events.
What: Victoria Garrick Browne Speaker Event
When: Feb. 27, 7:30 p.m. CST
Where: Student Life Center Ballroom
Who: Vanderbilt NEDA Campus Warriors
Why: Victoria Garrick Browne, a TED Talk speaker and former D1 athlete at USC will discuss her college and post-grad experience with mental illness and her journey to becoming an advocate for intuitive eating. This event is eligible for GME credit.
What: Learn to Make Electronics
When: March 2, 2 p.m. CST
Where: the Wond’ry 2nd floor
Who: the Wond’ry
Why: Taught by Vanderbilt PhD candidate Anupam Kumar, this class will teach you all about the construction of electronics. You will have the opportunity to assemble a music box that can generate 16 different sounds. Registration is required on AnchorLink.
What: Gertrude C. and Harold S. Vanderbilt Reading Series presents fiction writer Jill Bialosky
When: March 2, 7 p.m. CST
Where: Buttrick 101
Who: Vanderbilt Creative Writing
Why: Author of multiple poetry collections and novels, Jill Bialosky’s most recent volume of poetry, “Asylum: A Personal, Historical, Natural Inquiry in 103 Lyric Sections” was a finalist for the 2020 National Jewish Book Award. Bialosky will read excerpts from her recent poetry collection, host a Q&A session and have copies of her books available for purchase. This event is free and open to the public.
What: Grown-ish: Securing the Bag: Financial Literacy and Empowerment Workshop
When: Feb. 28, 12 p.m. CST
Where: Zoom
Who: Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center
Why: Senior Marketing Director Jamila Tyrrell Hutchinson will help you understand the steps to becoming financially secure.
What: Free Book Friday
When: March 3, 12 p.m. CST
Where: Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center
Who: Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center
Why: Who doesn’t love free stuff? In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Women’s Center will be handing out free copies of books such as “Saved by a Song,” “Their Eyes Were Watching God” and “The Bluest Eye.”
Recreational and Wellness
Move your body and mind with this tea-making class.
What: Tea Making
When: Feb. 27, 7 p.m. CST
Where: Community Event Space
Who: Multicultural Leadership Council and MoveMENTAL
Why: Join local tea-makers and enjoy some snacks as you prepare authentic tea to enjoy during midterm study sessions.
Athletics
Take a break from studying and come cheer on your fellow Commodores.
What: Vanderbilt Women’s Lacrosse vs. Louisville
When: Feb. 27, 1 p.m. CST
Where: Vanderbilt Lacrosse Complex
Who: Vanderbilt Women’s Lacrosse
Why: The women’s lacrosse team is back home again after a previous loss against Hofstra. Come cheer on the team as they look to bounce back in a Monday afternoon game.
What: Vanderbilt Men’s Baseball vs. Austin Peay
When: Feb. 28, 4:30 p.m. CST
Where: Hawkins Field
Who: Vanderbilt Men’s Baseball
Why: The VandyBoys will take on neighboring Austin Peay in a Tuesday evening game.
What: Vanderbilt Men’s Tennis vs. Arkansas
When: March 2, 4 p.m. CST
Where: Curry Tennis Center Complex
Who: Vanderbilt Men’s Tennis
Why: The men’s tennis team will hope to continue its success this season with an SEC matchup against the Razorbacks.
What: Vanderbilt Men’s Basketball vs. Mississippi State
When: March 4, 7:30 p.m. CST
Where: Memorial Gymnasium
Who: Vanderbilt Men’s Basketball
Why: Memorial Magic will continue for the men’s basketball team in the last regular season home game of the year in an SEC matchup against Mississippi State.
Social
Invite your friends and step out of your comfort zones.
What: Women’s History Month Trivia Night
When: March 1, 6 p.m. CST
Where: Featheringill 138
Who: Generation Action for Planned Parenthood
Why: Join GenAction to kick off Women’s History Month as you test your knowledge on historic women and reproductive health. This event is eligible for GME credit.
What: Taste of Latin America
When: March 1, 7:15 p.m. CST
Where: Mayborn 117
Who: Peabody Latinx Alumni and Student Association
Why: Come support Latinx-owned businesses of Middle Tennessee as the Peabody Latinx Alumni and Student Association group showcases and discusses the diverse cuisine of Latin America.
What: Elements of Hip-Hop Series: “Go DJ” Workshop
When: March 2, 7:30 p.m. CST
Where: Black Cultural Center Auditorium
Who: Student Center for Social Justice and Identity, Blair School of Music
Why: Interested in how activism and advocacy show up throughout different genres of music? Join “Go DJ” and break out some dance moves while discovering social activism through music. This event is eligible for GME credit.
Around Nashville
Need a break from campus? Check out these local events all around town.
What: Nashville Hot Girl Walk
When: March 1, 5 p.m. CST
Where: Soho House Nashville
Who: Roam Your Soul
Why: Anyone can join in on a “hot girl walk” so join Roam Your Soul, an adventure-based retreat group, and walk with intention while connecting with nature. This is the perfect opportunity to clear your mind during the stress of midterms.
What: Coffee 101: 8&R’s Seed to Cup
When: March 3, 6 p.m. CST
Where: 8th & Roast
Who: 8th & Roast
Why: Free coffee. Need I say more? 8th & Roast will showcase their most popular coffees and explain the process from the origins of coffee beans to a cup in your hand.
What: That’s Sew Creative
When: Feb. 28, 6 p.m. CST
Where: Nashville Public Library Hermitage Branch
Who: Amanda Downs of Creative Legacy Art
Why: Have you ever been in a pinch when a button falls off your favorite pair of jeans when you’re already late for class? Just me? Join the Nashville Public Library to learn about various fabric crafts, machine sewing and stencil painting so the next time you’re having a clothing mishap you have no need to panic.
