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Vanderbilt’s On Campus Living from a Branding Perspective

Vanderbilt’s On Campus Living from a Branding Perspective

Photo taken by Nicolette Tolitano The opening of Carmichael completes the family of residential colleges in the West End neighborhood and marks the end of a 12 year long construction period. The transformation of the once dull West End neighborhood is a part of Vanderbilt’s FutureVU project, which “embodies the university’s core values and holistic approach to its mission of teaching, research and service, while prioritizing inclusivity and sustainability” (MyVU News).   In layman's terms, the university hopes to blend academic and outside life, while keeping students on campus for as long as possible. The motive for the neighborhood’s beautification is…
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Vanderbilt Housing Prices: Fair or Unfair?

Vanderbilt Housing Prices: Fair or Unfair?

Ron Ye Photo By Ron Ye How fair are Vanderbilt’s housing prices? Although this doesn’t seem to be a question asked frequently around campus, it certainly makes a statement when showing up on the bills of many students on campus. When asked their thoughts on housing prices, which currently cost $6,742 per semester, a Vanderbilt junior commented, “I think it is a bit excessive, even though it’s comparable to average rents in Nashville.” "I think it's a bit excessive, even though it's comparable to average rents in Nashville." While financial aid and scholarships can significantly reduce the housing costs for…
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