Vanderbilt Magazine
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Alumni Point of View
True North
When the greatest influence of my life began losing her way, I knew it was time to honor a vow I’d made at age 12.
by Helen Hudson, Med’94
Wayfarer on a Dusty Road
In pondering life after Iraq, recollections turn to Chancellor Heard and a father’s example.
by Brian A. Montague, BA’81
How to Fake a Book Report
It was the easiest assignment ever. But it taught me a profound lesson.
by Gary D. Gerson, BS’85
Of Time and the Clock Tower
A return to campus revives dormant memories and affords a view of Vanderbilt few alumni ever experience.
by Brian W. McGuire, BA’76, PhD’80
How I Played the Game
Vanderbilt gave me one heck of a solid liberal arts education—and some of it even happened in the classroom.
by Chuck Offenburger, BA’69
A Wrinkle in Time
No previous trip to Haiti could prepare me for the chaos of my last visit.
by Glen Stewart, MDiv’74, DMin’75
See You at Kilimanjaro
Our repertoire was paltry and our lyrics not quite right—but we never tired of singing as we sailed.
by Andrea Alvord, BA’03
Against All Odds
Creating an industry in Central and Eastern Europe has restored hope and dignity for thousands—and given me a front-row seat on history.
by John Wirth, BA’92
Green Planet Blues
I’ve spent 35 years trying to erase my carbon imprint—so why are there still so many smudges?
by Ellen Pearson, BA’63
Dirty Dozen
Blessed be the ties that bind and gag.
by Christopher Baltz, BA’92
Mortar Fire and Ice Cream
My year in a palace near the Tigris
by Michael Lee Woodard, BS’90
Lord of the Pointy Ears
Mere mortals little suspect this fair maiden's imprisonment in a dark land of dragons and latex.
by Claire Suddath, BA'04
Up from Slavery
They had experienced the worst of humankind. But they had something to teach their American visitor about faith and joy.
by Ashley Rogers, BA'06
Keep Reading
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- Sports Roundup
- Reunion 2011 Recap; Volunteers Needed for Reunion 2012
- Student Scholars Win National Recognition
- Minds Wide Open
- Hothouse for Scientists
- A Brother’s Gift
- First-Year Fantasies
- From the Editor: Terms of Engagement
- High-Stakes Risk Assessment Saves Lives and Money
- Beyond Theory
- Training Program Assesses Returning Soldiers’ Mental Health Needs
- The Power of Scholarships for Medical Students
