Spring flowers by Peabody Library, as photographed on March 29, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Siting Tong)

PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: Colors on campus

April has arrived with both showers and flowers at Vanderbilt this week.

By Abby Hoelscher, Deputy Photography Director

Apr 7, 2024

If April showers bring May flowers, as the saying goes, what do April flowers bring? Check out what photography staffers gathered on campus this week alongside what spring has sprung.

A happy Holi

Students gathered on Alumni Lawn this past Sunday to celebrate Holi, an Indian festival incorporating colorful chalk powder thrown about in jubilee.

Music City

Concert season is back and better than ever this April. Stage lights were dimmed for Kenzie Cait, bar italia, Fall Out Boy, Em Beihold and Chelsea Cutler in Nashville this week.

Editor’s picks

From Tuesday’s torrential downpour to Wednesday’s windy weather, activity at Vanderbilt has only ramped up as finals season approaches.

About the Contributors

Abby Hoelscher, Photography Editor

Abby Hoelscher (‘27) is from St. Louis and is an aspiring elementary teacher currently studying in Peabody College. She previously served as Deputy Photography Director. Outside of writing, she enjoys performing, learning Taylor Swift songs in American Sign Language and trying the seasonal lattes from the campus coffee shops. She can be reached at [email protected].

Alysa Suleiman, Social Media Editor

Alysa Suleiman (‘26) is from Cupertino, Calif., and is majoring in political science and communication studies in the College of Arts and Science. As a amateur cook, she also enjoys testing out dorm recipes as often as possible. You can reach her at [email protected].

George Albu, Staff Writer and Photographer

George Albu (‘27) is majoring in medicine, health and society in the College of Arts and Science. When not working for The Hustler, he enjoys watching video essays, exploring Nashville and going to the Rec. He can be reached at [email protected].

Katherine Oung, Data Editor

Katherine Oung ('25) is majoring in political science and computer science and minoring in data science in the College of Arts and Science. They are from West Palm Beach, Fla., and were previously Deputy News Editor and Managing Editor. Katherine enjoys working on freelance journalism projects and making incredibly specific Spotify playlists. They can be reached at [email protected].

Miguel Beristain, Senior Staff Photographer

Miguel Beristain (’25) is a philosophy major in the College of Arts and Science from Murfreesboro, Tennessee. When not shooting for The Hustler, he can usually be found hammocking on Alumni Lawn, exploring new restaurants or practicing guitar. He can be reached at [email protected].

Sharmila Adapa, Staff Photographer

Sharmila Adapa (‘26) is from Fairfax, Virginia, and studies medicine, health & society and economics in the College of Arts and Science. When not taking pictures for The Hustler, you can find her hanging out with friends, listening to music or napping in MRB. You can reach her at [email protected].

Sofia Healy, Staff Photographer

Sofia Healy ('27) is from Los Angeles and studies human and organizational development in Peabody College as well as communication studies in the College of Arts and Science. Outside of The Hustler, Sofia enjoys watching sports, going on scenic walks and driving alongside the beach with her friends. You can reach her at [email protected].

Royce Yang, Staff Photographer

Royce Yang (‘27) is majoring in political science in the College of Arts and Science while minoring in music performance and legal studies. He can occasionally be observed curating an extensive collection of Bach or attempting to identify helicopters around the Medical Center based on their noise. You can reach him at [email protected].

Siting Tong, Staff Photographer and Podcaster

Siting Tong (‘27) is currently undecided on a major in the College of Arts and Science. When not writing for The Hustler, you can find her studying at different libraries on campus or listening to music. You can reach her at [email protected].

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