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Remembering Sandy Hook Elementary Victims
Dec. 21, 2012— The Office of Religious Life invited the Vanderbilt community to observe a minute of silence at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, December 21st—a week after the deadly shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School. In memory of the victims, Vanderbilt community members also had the opportunity, at any time during the day, to light an electric...
Chanukah at the Commons
Dec. 10, 2012— On Sunday, December 9, The Ingram Commons partnered with Vanderbilt Chabad and Vanderbilt Hillel to celebrate the second of eight nights of Chanukah, also known as The Festival of Lights. At 6pm the Commons Center Atrium filled with students, faculty and staff as Dean Wcislo, along with a few student leaders, lit the Menorah...
Havdallah and Hanukkah Party
Dec. 10, 2012— The Hillel community came together Saturday, December 8th for a great finals study break as they celebrated the first night of Hanukkah! Those in attendance were able to enjoy yummy latkes and sweet sufganiot (jelly doughnuts), and play dreidel to win big! Hillel also screened the Rugrats Hanukkah Special, a holiday favorite! Havdallah was...
Christmas at the Commons
Dec. 7, 2012—The Ingram Commons Center held a Christmas service for the first year students with carols, readings and a lighting of the outdoor Christmas tree by Frank Wcislo, Dean of the Ingram Commons. As part of the larger Holiday of Lights festival, the student gathered for some festive cheer before studying for finals begins. Led by...
Celebrating Christmas with Carols and Candlelight at Benton
Dec. 7, 2012— The students of seven different Christian student groups joined the Office of Religious Life in celebrating the Advent season in Benton Chapel with carols, scripture readings, reflection and a candle light service. Over 125 gathered together in Benton Chapel for an evening of fellowship, song and celebration of the Christmas Season. Students gathered with...
Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center Pre-Kwanzaa Celebration conducted by Civil Rights Leader Kwame Lillard
Dec. 6, 2012— The BCC held their last event of the fall semester as students gathered in fellowship to celebrate the coming holidays and the African tradition of Kwanzaa. There was great food, music, and a presentation on the history and significance of Kwanzaa by Civil Rights leader and activist Kwame Lillard.
Faith In Art
Dec. 5, 2012— 3rd Annual Faith In Art Event Faith In Art is an annual event put on by the Interfaith Council to allow religious groups, as well as individuals, showcase their faith through a form of art. This year Faith in Art had eight performances from a variety of not only student organizations but art forms....