Vanderbilt University

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Any student beginning a college career will pass through the phase of questioning his or her decision. For Vanderbilt students, this phase is a short one. The beauty and excitement of campus quickly pushes away any negative thoughts. Southern hospitality is alive and strong around Vanderbilt, and for those out-of-towners, it’s usually a welcome surprise. Taking the time to meet new people, whether they are Southern natives or people from across the country, will make the transition from high school to college a lot smoother. Finding your niche at any college is the most important thing to having a successful four years. Vanderbilt is big enough to accommodate almost anyone’s desires and small enough to make this campus feel like home for the years you spend here. 

While Vanderbilt has a lot of positive qualities, it isn’t the best choice for everyone. Choosing Vanderbilt means choosing to be in a situation where name-brand clothes and high-end cars have a certain amount of importance. Most students come from white upper-class families, and while they may not all fit the stereotype of wealthy snobs, money is in abundance for most on campus. More than anything, however, choosing Vanderbilt means choosing an extremely difficult and intense academic institution. You will pull your share of all-nighters, sit through any number of obvious “weed-out courses,” stress out over harsh grading curve, and panic when professors refuse to move deadlines despite countless other exams and papers. But thankfully, Vanderbilt embodies a work-hard, play-hard lifestyle. The second you make it through the more hellacious periods of school, there will be countless opportunities to throw all cares aside and enjoy your time at Vanderbilt.

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Athletics at Vanderbilt University

goldclover967

Public Health '12

3.5

B

Getting Better

Athletics really have improved over the past couple of years. We've gone from being the basement of the SEC every year to being way more competitive. We've made two bowl games in the past four years (and won one) and our new coach is an excellent recruiter. Our basketball team won the SEC championship this year, and was only one of two teams in the country that beat the eventual NCAA champions Kentucky. Our baseball team made the College World Series last year.

May 26, 2012

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Off-Campus Dining at Vanderbilt University

katb308

Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering '15

5.0

A+

Great Food

Nashville food is amazing. So much deliciousness. There is so much to choose from, and a lot of the restaurants are on the commodore card, which is great. The meal plan comes with meal money that can be spent at these participating restaurants, so it's great to go out and explore the food scene.

May 15, 2012

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Parking at Vanderbilt University

katb308

Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering '15

2.3

C

Parking Sucks

It's so hard to find parking, I've gotten four tickets this past month! Freshman can't drive, so they either have to park a couple streets over from the commons on 17th or take taxis, borrow cars, and walk.

May 15, 2012

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