Finals are right around the corner and everyone deserves some time off. Take a study break and enjoy some events on campus and around Nashville throughout this first week of April.
Educational
Feed that hungry Vanderbilt brain of yours with these thought-provoking events.
What: Health Policy in the Sports Industry with Dr. Allen Sills, NFL Chief Medical Officer
When: April 3, 6 p.m. CDT
Where: Stevenson 4309 (Lecture Hall)
Who: HEAL VU and Vanderbilt Business and Medicine Club
Why: Dr. Sills has had an incredible career in the field of sports medicine. He has worked as a neurological consultant for the NCAA and an unaffiliated Neurotrauma Consultant for the NFL who also led the organization’s response to COVID-19. He has additionally been the consulting neurosurgeon for the Memphis Grizzlies, the Nashville Predators, Vanderbilt Athletics and Belmont Athletics. All medical and aspiring medical students should tune in — Dr. Sills certainly has a lot to say. This event is eligible for GME credit.
What: Emerge 2023: I, Chatbot
When: April 8, 10:30 a.m. CDT
Where: Featheringill Hall
Who: ACM-W Women In Computing
Why: This Vanderbilt-run emerging technology conference will give you the opportunity to discover and discuss different aspects of AI while networking with guest speakers in the AI industry. There will also be free food and apparel, and who could say no to that?
Recreation and Wellness
Get your groove on with this ballroom dance class.
What: Vandy Ballroom Beginner Classes
When: April 5, 6 p.m. CDT
Where: Branscomb Studio
Who: Vandy Ballroom
Why: Learn to dance a variety of different styles, including but not limited to the waltz, salsa and tango. This lesson is completely free of charge and open to all levels. No experience is required.
Athletics
Take a break from studying to come cheer on your fellow Commodores
What: Vanderbilt Baseball vs. Western Kentucky
When: April 4, 6 p.m. CDT
Where: Hawkins Field
Who: Vanderbilt Baseball
Why: After taking on Georgia, Vanderbilt Baseball will face off against Western Kentucky. Show up and support our Commodores!
What: Vanderbilt Women’s Lacrosse vs. James Madison
When: April 8, 11 a.m. CDT
Where: Vanderbilt Lacrosse Complex
Who: Vanderbilt Women’s Lacrosse
Why: Anchor down and come cheer for our Commodores as they take on James Madison!
What: Vanderbilt Women’s Tennis vs. Kentucky
When: April 8, 12 p.m. CDT
Where: Currey Tennis Center Complex
Who: Vanderbilt Women’s Tennis
Why: Don’t have class at noon this Thursday? Come watch the women’s tennis team as they take on a midday SEC matchup.
What: Vanderbilt Women’s Soccer at Lipscomb
When: April 6, 7 p.m. CDT
Where: Lipscomb Soccer Complex
Who: Vanderbilt Women’s Soccer
Why: Watch the Vanderbilt Women’s Soccer Team as they compete with Nashville rival team Lipscomb this upcoming Thursday. Check out who will win this Nashville-based match.
Social
Invite some friends for these fun and unique campus events.
What: The Witch’s Kitchen (Escape Room)
When: April 7, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. CDT; April 8, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. CDT; April 9, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. CDT. Make sure to reserve a time slot on AnchorLink.
Where: Central Library Room 800FA
Who: Themed Entertainment Association @ Vanderbilt
Why: Who wouldn’t enjoy a Halloween event in April? A witch-themed escape room in a location that we’ve all spent countless hours studying in sounds incredible.
What: Seder on the Lawn
When: April 5, 7 p.m. CDT. Make sure to register on AnchorLink.
Where: Alumni Lawn
Who: Vanderbilt Chabad
Why: This campus-wide event will celebrate the start of the Jewish holiday Passover. Passover celebrates the story of Moses, the Jews escaping Egypt and the Ten Commandments thousands of years ago. The event will entail free food and a service.
What: Boba Night
When: April 3, 7 p.m. CDT
Where: Warren College
Who: Warren College
Why: Support this fundraiser for a local food pantry by purchasing Sweet Dots branded boba at Warren College.
What: Harambee Dinner and Cultural Showcase
When: April 8, 4 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. (Dinner) and 7 p.m. CDT (Cultural Showcase). Purchase tickets on AnchorLink.
Where: Student Life Center Board of Trust Meeting Room (Dinner) and Langford Auditorium (Cultural Showcase).
Who: African Student Union and 13 other organizations
Why: Harambee will begin with a dinner of continental African cuisine. Then, the showcase in Langford will celebrate the diverse traditions, culture, hardships and history of the African diaspora. This event is eligible for GME credit.
What: Watermelon Bust 2023
When: April 8, 11 a.m. CDT
Where: Lambda Chi Alpha House
Who: Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity and Second Harvest Food Bank
Why: This is the Lambda Chi Alpha annual charity event for Second Harvest Food Bank. By making a small monetary donation, you will have the opportunity to smash watermelons with a hammer. Release some anger right before finals while also giving to charity.
What: Cyber-Futuristic Fashion Show
When: April 8, 7 p.m. CDT
Where: Student Life Center Ballroom
Who: Vandy Vanity
Why: The futuristic, cyberpunk style has been popular for the last few years in culture and media. Come see some fashion ideas inspired by this style. This event is eligible for GME credit.
What: Rockin’ For Resilience!
When: April 6, 6 p.m. CDT
Where: Leadership and Service Space
Who: Alpha Chi Omega
Why: Proceeds from this philanthropy concert will benefit the Mary Parrish Center, a shelter for domestic violence survivors. The list of artists performing will be announced shortly.
What: Meloroo 2023: MeloWorldWide
When: April 7, 7:30 p.m. CDT and April 8, 7:30 p.m. CDT
Where: Sarratt Cinema
Who: The Vanderbilt Melodores
Why: The Melodores will be performing in Sarratt to end off their fourth world tour. After having concerts in India, Taiwan, Abu Dhabi, and Thailand, the Melodores are returning to Nashville. Come see this highly successful Vanderbilt a cappella group in action. This event is eligible for GME credit.
What: Lights on the Lawn Presents: Battle of the Bands
When: April 7, 7 p.m. CDT
Where: Rec Field 2
Who: Lights on the Lawn
Why: The first ever Lights on the Lawn Spring show will be hosted in anticipation for the annual fall show in September. Tickets are $5 and this event is also a fundraiser for the Mary Parrish Center. Student bands from SNU, ATO, ZBT and LXA will be performing. This event is eligible for GME credit.
Around Nashville
Need a break from campus? Check out this unique event in Centennial Park.
What: Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More
When: April 7, 7 p.m. or 9 p.m. CDT
Where: The Parthenon
Who: Candlelight and Listeso String Quartet
Why: For fans and soon-to-be fans of classical music, there are so many reasons to attend this candlelit concert. Watch the Listeso String Quartet perform Vivaldi’s classic “Four Seasons” and other pieces. You won’t want to miss this unique concert in the Parthenon.
