The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University

The Vanderbilt Hustler
The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University since 1888
Memorial Magic is back! Read more about the men's revamped roster and women's experienced team.
The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University

The Vanderbilt Hustler
The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University since 1888
Memorial Magic is back! Read more about the men's revamped roster and women's experienced team.
The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University

The Vanderbilt Hustler
The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University
Memorial Magic is back! Read more about the men's revamped roster and women's experienced team.
Rachel Wei

Rachel Wei, Former Voices Editor

Rachel Wei (’22) is from Rockville, Maryland. She triple majored in human and organizational development, biology and English literature. In addition to writing and editing for The Hustler, Rachel is the Director of Communications for VSG and a member of the professional business fraternity AKPsi. In her free time, Rachel enjoys reading sci-fi dystopian novels, watching Broadway musicals and traveling.

All content by Rachel Wei
"Although I still greatly care about the Vandy community, particularly given all the challenges we’ve weathered during the pandemic, I increasingly feel ready to be a mentor who is happy to provide assistance if asked, but equally happy to watch others forge ahead on their own." (Hustler Staff/Rachel Wei)

Junior Jolt: Passing the Torch

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Apr 7, 2021
"Instead of counting down the days until graduation or feeling pressured to lock in a job offer early, I think it’s more meaningful to continue challenging myself to explore." (Hustler Staff/Rachel Wei)

Junior Jolt: Exploration as an Upperclassman

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Feb 20, 2021
"While there are challenges to this new educational experience, there are ways we can not only get through this time, but thrive." (Hustler Staff/Rachel Wei)

Junior Jolt: A new opportunity to learn from each other

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Jan 30, 2021
"Getting to know people’s habits and auras is also something I’ve missed." (Hustler Staff/Rachel Wei)

Junior Jolt: What makes a college experience?

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Nov 14, 2020
"I’ve learned that with enormous uncertainty also comes seemingly endless opportunities to try something new, or mix things up." (Hustler Staff/Rachel Wei)

Junior Jolt: Getting Comfortable with Change

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Oct 15, 2020
"How we treat others, our relationships with family and friends and how we give back to the world are much greater reflections on our character and whether our life was lived in a meaningful way." (Hustler Multimedia/Hunter Long)

Junior Jolt: You are more than your credentials

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Sep 28, 2020
"While becoming a part of a community and finding the specific spaces you feel the most comfortable being a part of takes time, we can all take important first steps toward integrating ourselves, and others into the Vandy community." (Hustler Staff/Hunter Long)

Junior Jolt: Establishing Human Connection Could Not Be More Important Right Now

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Aug 30, 2020
"This year has been challenging, but there are still months left in which we can choose to try to leave with some “wins.” We can choose to be thoughtful, intentional and generous with our time" (Hustler Staff/Rachel Wei)

Junior Jolt: Why there’s still hope left for 2020

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Aug 9, 2020
A silver lining in the COVID-19 pandemic has been the push it’s given me to reconsider my priorities.

Sophomore Spotlight: How getting sent home forced me to reassess my priorities at Vandy

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
May 14, 2020
Vanderbilt has extended its 4+1 Masters program deadlines for graduating seniors, with the earliest new deadlines in May.

Vanderbilt extends 4+1 Masters program application deadlines

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
May 2, 2020
The Melodores are mastering technology and having their voices heard despite the limits of quarantine. Photo courtesy @vanderbiltmelodores

Melodores continue to capture attention during quarantine

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Apr 25, 2020
sunset over campus

International students grapple with uncertainty

By Emma Mattson and Rachel Wei
Mar 20, 2020
Looking for new opportunities and organizations to join can be challenging after your first year, but it's still possible. (Photo courtesy Rachel Wei)

Sophomore Spotlight: Finding new places on campus

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Mar 8, 2020
Pay attention to what your roommates say about your quirks— they may reveal something helpful, or just fun about who you are. 

Sophomore Spotlight: Living and Learning

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Feb 9, 2020
Slowing down can include changing your perspective on events that occur, taking some time off to relax and recognizing your hard work.

Sophomore Spotlight: Exploration at Vanderbilt

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Jan 12, 2020
During holiday season, the urge to shop can be attributed to anticipation, certain colors, retailers creating a false sense of scarcity and more.

[Photo] Get Psyched: Why we buy

By Fiona Wu, Columnist
Nov 22, 2019
The type of leadership we display affects those around us. As college students, we should be striving to become mature leaders.

Sophomore Spotlight: Evolution of leadership

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Nov 16, 2019
Time management skills can be hard to develop, but are critical to accomplishing an increasing number of tasks as we grow older. (Photo by Emery Little)

Sophomore Spotlight: Catching up with the clock

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Oct 27, 2019
Sophomore Spotlight: So it begins

Sophomore Spotlight: So it begins

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Oct 13, 2019
Mundane tasks can feel boring, but changing your mindset can make them more fun and worthwhile. (Photo by Emily Gonçalves)

Sophomore Spotlight: How I’ve learned to enjoy errands

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Sep 29, 2019
Members of the Mock Trial recruitment committee await the start of the org fair. (Photo courtesy Arria Alton)

Sophomore Spotlight: Stepping Up

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Sep 15, 2019
Students involved in organizations put in long hours working to recruit new members. (Photo by Hunter Long)

Sophomore Spotlight: Getting Back Into the Swing of Things

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Aug 31, 2019
Rachel in front of Kissam where she will be living this year. (Photo by Emily Gonçalves)

Sophomore Spotlight: Looking Ahead

By Rachel Wei, Voices Editor
Aug 18, 2019
First-Year Focus: Only the beginning

First-Year Focus: Only the beginning

By Rachel Wei
Apr 14, 2019
First-Year Focus: More than school

First-Year Focus: More than school

By Rachel Wei
Mar 31, 2019
First-Year Focus: Full steam ahead

First-Year Focus: Full steam ahead

By Rachel Wei
Mar 17, 2019
First-Year Focus: Catching up

First-Year Focus: Catching up

By Rachel Wei
Feb 20, 2019
First Year Focus: Deciding and thriving

First Year Focus: Deciding and thriving

By Rachel Wei
Feb 7, 2019
First-Year Focus: Seeking Friendship

First-Year Focus: Seeking Friendship

By Rachel Wei
Jan 22, 2019
First-Year Focus: Reflecting on change

First-Year Focus: Reflecting on change

By Rachel Wei
Nov 25, 2018
First-Year Focus: Rebounding

First-Year Focus: Rebounding

By Rachel Wei
Nov 4, 2018
First-Year Focus: Don't let it pass by

First-Year Focus: Don’t let it pass by

By Rachel Wei
Oct 21, 2018
First-Year Focus: Finding Support

First-Year Focus: Finding Support

By Rachel Wei
Oct 7, 2018
First-Year Focus: Reach out

First-Year Focus: Reach out

By Rachel Wei
Sep 23, 2018
First-Year Focus: (Almost) home

First-Year Focus: (Almost) home

By Rachel Wei
Sep 9, 2018