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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 1h

From local boutiques to major retailers, Nashville’s shopping scene offers something for every kind of shopper. Story by: Aamena Shipchandler Photo by: Aamena Shipchandler

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 4h

The close-to-campus neighborhood is the perfect place to stop by on the weekend. Story by: Charlotte Mikos Photo by: Charlotte Mikos

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 4h

The dessert shop sells frozen bananas, ice cream bars, cheesecake and key lime pie, all of which can be dipped in chocolate and garnished with an array of toppings. Story by: Ella Li and Charlotte Mikos Photo by: Charlotte Mikos

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear visits Vanderbilt’s campus, teases potential 2028 presidential run Read more in story or link in bio. Story: Alex Brodeur, Life Editor Photo: Alex Brodeur

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Students applying early decision to the Blair School of Music will be eligible for this new award, which is valued at approximately $97,000. Read more in story or link in bio. Story: Rawnie Sun and Jenna Ng Photo: George Albu

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

The Truth opened in the Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood Oct. 1 and is already booked almost every day of October. Story by: Lauren Birdwell Photo by: Lauren Birdwell

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

The Grammy award-winning country singer sold out two nights at Bridgestone Arena for her “Middle of Nowhere” tour. Story by: Naomi Alvarado and Shayna Kar Photo courtesy of Kaitlyn Hungerford for Bridgestone Arena

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Vanderbilt students can purchase trending posters, ranging from pop culture to classic art, through Oct. 2. Story by: Jack Whitney, Deputy Life Editor Photo by: Jack Whitney, Deputy Life Editor

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

The quartet previewed its new album for the first time at its Sept. 23 show, with support from opener Eric Slick. Story by: Lila Cole and Ava Powell Photo by: Lila Cole

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Despite rising heat and dwindling farmland, local vendors continue to sell their handmade goods, maintaining an established tradition. Read more in story or link in bio. Story: Anna Phalen, Staff Writer Photo: Sragvi Dara

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Country music took center stage in Music City as Luke Bryan brought a night of hit songs, surprise guests, and energy. Read more in story or link in bio. Story: Courtney Wu Photo: Courtney Wu

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s Occupational Health Clinic provided over 7,800 free flu vaccines to Vanderbilt staff and students in Langford Auditorium. Read more in story or link in bio. Story: Evan Friedman, Staff Writer Photo: Jaedyn Burns

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

“When female autonomy is still marketed through male desire, is it really empowerment or just the same gaze repackaged?“ - Manushree Navaneethakrishnan Story by: Manushree Navaneethakrishnan, Games Editor Graphic by: Liliana Martinez

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

At the one-month mark of the school year, community members settle into a rhythm amid the various happenings of campus life. Story by: Royce Yang, Deputy Photography Editor Photo by: Jay Sung

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

“Our society was built around systems that historically concentrated power in the hands of white men. Although many of those systems have changed, the institutions they created continue to shape who receives power.” - Maggie Young Story by: Maggie Young Photo courtesy Mary Chao

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

The electronic pop artist rocked the stage at the Nashville, Tennessee, stop of her “WOR$T GIRL IN THE WORLD TOUR” Sept. 22. Story by: Chloe Whalen, Deputy Life Editor Photo Courtesy of Nick LeTellier

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The budget, which appropriates $127,000 in funding, declined for the second year in a row, while still prioritizing student-facing programming. Read more in story or link in bio. Story: Alex Brodeur and Chris Lee Photo: Alex Brodeur

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The school is tied with Brown University, Rice University and Washington University in St. Louis amid methodology changes in the latest edition. Read more in story or link in bio. Story: Shayna Kar and Shayda Oliaei Photo: George Albu

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Diermeier joined education panelists to highlight how universities can better serve students and American society. Read more in story or link in bio. Story: Maggie Zhang Photo: Shayna Kar

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Jungle brought its eclectic world tour to Nashville on Sept. 21, performing alongside opener RIO KOSTA. Story by: Meagan To Photo by: Meagan To

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The rising indie folk artist brought her intimate storytelling to Nashville for AMERICANAFEST at Exit/In. Story: Emilia Romanova Photo: Emilia Romanova

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

“The Constitution tells no lies. Banning press coverage at the White House is severely unconstitutional.” - Jose Ruiz-Zepeda Story by: Jose Ruiz-Zepeda, Opinion Editor Photo courtesy of REUTERS/Evan Vucci

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Lizzy McAlpine returns to the spotlight with her fourth full-length studio album, ‘Angel.’ Story: Daniel Malabet Photo courtesy of RCA

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

RCA has tabled without authorization numerous times outside Rand encouraging students to learn more about communism and its relation to Vanderbilt. Story: Jose Ruiz-Zepeda Photo: Corey Lochan

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Vanderbilt Law School professors Brian Fitzpatrick and Francesca Procaccini discussed how the upcoming elections and Supreme Court can affect one another. Story: Chris Lee, Deputy News Editor Photo: Mimi Pirtle

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The university will only approve Curricular Practice Training for degree program requirements moving forward. Story: Shayda Oliaei, Deputy News Editor Photo: Elizabeth Frantz

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The museum’s fall exhibition “Instead Of” opened on Sept. 19, which focuses on the person behind the canvas and the creative decisions they make. Story: Alex Brodeur Photo: Alex Brodeur

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The Michelin Guide-featured restaurant whips up delicious udon, onigiri, veggies, desserts and more, all with style. Story: Charlotte Mikos Photo: Charlotte Mikos

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The partnership brings DepoSim, AltaClaro’s first AI-powered deposition simulator, to the Vanderbilt AI Law Lab (VAILL). Story: Chris Lee and Jenny Zheng Photo: Alex Brodeur

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Fourteen students were elected to the VSG Senate for the 2026-27 academic year following a restructuring of the Senate. Story: Chris Lee and Jenny Zheng Photo: Alex Brodeur

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Cox spoke with Vanderbilt University professor Sarah Igo about political polarization and the possibility of regaining decorum, as described in his new book. Story: Evan Friedman Photo: Larry McCormack

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Jackson Marshall stopped by The End for his first-ever Nashville show Sept. 15. Story: Daniel Malabet Photo: Daniel Malabet

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

The 2010s icon kicked off her “ESTRUS” tour Tuesday night at The Pinnacle. Story: Skyelor DeLoach Photo: Payton Ohler

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

The unanimous vote to begin the first step of the renaming process comes less than three weeks after Parton’s death. Story: Izabela Bisiak Photo: Angelina Alcantar

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The partnership will provide Vanderbilt community members with internships, educational and collaboration opportunities, alumni engagement and more. Story: Charlotte Castle Photo: Kirsten Lane

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

“As Vanderbilt continues to add satellite campuses, it risks turning the thing that makes it distinctive into something increasingly difficult to define.” -Tahmir Mont Story by: Tahmir Mont Photo by: Alex Brodeur

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Trethewey, a former Poet Laureate, read from works across her poetry collections, exploring the ways in which personal stories are intertwined with a national history. Story: Sarah Nipper Photo: Sarah Nipper

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

The event, hosted Sept. 10, brought together approximately 80 students, faculty and Institute partners to celebrate the new major. Story: Izabela Bisiak and Rawnie Sun Photo: Izabela Bisiak

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Rashad brought his “It’s Been Awful” road trip through Nashville. Story by: Luis Tellez Photo by: Luis Tellez

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

“Vanderbilt’s first-year housing mandate comes with a steep price tag and no way out.” - Ryan Lai Story by: Ryan Lai Photo by: Sragvi Dara

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

“Vanderbilt students aren’t leaving time to sit with their own thoughts, and we all suffer because of it.” - Jason Vadnos Story by: Jason Vadnos Graphic by: Charlotte Castle

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Hawkins Field, Stevenson Center 6, a new Central Neighborhood and the Martha Rivers Ingram Commons are currently under construction. Story by: Annie McGuire, Social Media Editor Photo by: Ryan Bauroth

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

As the United States approaches a quarter-century since the World Trade Center was attacked, staff members of The Hustler discusses their connections, experiences and thoughts about the somber day. Story by: George Albu, Kailey Aldrich, Alex Brodeur, Lily Rimm, and Katie Sasamoto-Kurisu

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

A new foreign funding tracker released by the department represents the Trump administration's push for stricter compliance with federal disclosure laws. Story: Shayda Oliaei, Deputy News Editor Photo: Annabella Gordon

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

“Whether you are a centrist, Republican, Democrat or politically homeless, I urge the student body to remember why we are not to be communists.” - Anna Toledano Story by: Anna Toledano Graphic by: Danielle Tylman

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

VUPD has identified and investigated the individual of interest, and there is no threat to the Vanderbilt community. Story: Jose Ruiz-Zepeda, Opinion Editor Photo: Corey Lochan

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

After 50 years of operation, Student Affairs have discontinued the noncredit art program. Story: Hailey Weiner, News Editor Photo: George Albu

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

With Vanderbilt’s first football game of the season coming up, here are some tips and tricks to guide you through your first Commodore football experience.  Story: Riley Croteau Photo: Savannah Walske, Former Deputy Photograph Editor

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Students are expected to bring their own portable music stands for personal use in classrooms, practice rooms and dorm rooms. Story: Jose Ruiz-Zepeda, Opinion Editor Photo: George Albu

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The Vanderbilt Hustler @vandyhustler.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

The Vanderbilt Programming Board hosted an afternoon filled with funnel cakes and Kona ice at Alumni Lawn, welcoming new and returning students. Story: Jenny Zheng Photo: Jenny Zheng

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