Women’s Basketball
Memorial Minutes: Winning with joy
Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball is off to a 12-0 start, setting the tone for SEC play with a blend of high-energy play, team chemistry and historic scoring.
Campus News
Vanderbilt admits first members of Class of 2030 via early decision I
The first members of the Class of 2030 were admitted through early decision I on Dec. 17 at 5 p.m. CST.
Campus News
MOSAIC canceled amid policy concerns over diversity programs
The decision to cancel the annual admissions event comes alongside broader cuts and changes to other campus diversity initiatives.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Previewing Vanderbilt vs. South Florida
Vanderbilt will host the University of South Florida on Dec. 15 at Memorial Gymnasium, with fans invited to participate in the team’s annual Toy Drive benefiting Last Minute Toy Store.
Campus News
Debrief with Diermeier: Historic athletic success
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier also discussed campus additions in Nashville and beyond, changes to admissions and prospective student programming, campus safety concerns and the current political landscape.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Previewing the SEC/ACC Challenge vs. Virginia
Vanderbilt will host the Cavaliers in the third annual SEC/ACC Challenge on Dec. 3.
Campus News
2026 Commencement returns to FirstBank Stadium
This is the first time in 3 years commencement has returned to campus.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Previewing the Paradise Jam
Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball heads to the U.S. Virgin Islands to take on Oregon State and the rest of the field in this Thanksgiving tournament.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Vanderbilt lands No. 14 player from Class of 2026 in Olivia Jones
The 5’11 guard chose the Commodores over Miami, North Carolina and Maryland.
Local News
Nashville selected to host 2034 Special Olympics USA Games, with Vanderbilt as a hosting site
The eight-day event will bring thousands of athletes, volunteers and visitors to Nashville, highlighting inclusion and community partnership.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Shea Ralph and Co. take the stage at SEC Tipoff ‘26
Vanderbilt’s head coach, along with Mikayla Blakes, Ndjakalenga Mwenentanda and Sacha Washington, spoke to the media in Birmingham, Alabama.
Campus News
Vanderbilt Graduate Workers United organize rally against Trump administration’s ‘Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education’
Students and faculty walked from Wyatt Center to Kirkland Hall to hand-deliver a petition with over 1,000 signatures encouraging Vanderbilt to not sign the compact.
Campus News
Vanderbilt Graduate Workers United creates petition encouraging Vanderbilt not to sign Trump administration’s ‘Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education’
Vanderbilt’s chapter of the American Association of University Professors and Vanderbilt Student Government also released statements on the compact.
Campus News
Dancing Dores honors Miracle Kids at Utah State football game, kicks off annual fundraising
Student-athletes engage with local children receiving life-saving treatment and raise funds and awareness for Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital through events, relationships and community support.
Campus News
Blair first-year voice majors advised not to participate in performing arts groups
Professors cite vocal demand, time commitment and importance of technique as reasons the students should wait until after their first year to join performing arts groups.
Campus News
A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation invests additional $16.5M in School of Engineering and Clark Scholars Program
This new investment will add to the Clark Scholarship endowment fund and establish programs supporting community engagement and entrepreneurship.
Sports News
A guide to the 2025 NCAA ‘House’ settlement
The multi-billion-dollar House v. NCAA landmark antitrust court case over athlete compensation and rights pertaining to name, image and likeness has been settled, signifying a new era in college sports.
Local News
Vanderbilt Program for LGBTQ Health lays off 5 staff members, Trans Buddy Program halted
VUMC has laid off 650 employees due to $300 million budget cuts.
Women's Basketball
BREAKING: Khamil Pierre no longer a member of Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball
Pierre averaged 20.4 points and 9.6 rebounds per game during the 2024-25 season.
Women's Rowing
Vanderbilt Women’s Rowing wins back-to-back gold medals at the American Collegiate Rowing Association National Championships
Head coach Jon Miller also named 2025 All-South Region Team Women’s Coach of the Year.
Campus News
Wond’ry moves into School of Engineering, 10 staff members laid off
Executive Director David Owens cited a desire for curricular programming and extended focus on innovation as reasons for transition.
Longform
Your Hustler 2024-25 wrapped
From breaking news and standout sports moments to the numbers and stories that shaped the 2024-25 year.
Campus News
VUIT discontinues alumni email services, starts undergraduate email migration to Microsoft
Alumni emails will be discontinued Aug. 22, 2025, and the first undergraduate email migration will happen May 14, 2025.
Campus News - OpEd
LETTER FROM THE EDITORS: Vanderbilt, stop playing both sides
Current and former editors of The Hustler note flaws in Vanderbilt’s policy of institutional neutrality and urge the university to take a stand to protect our community and nation’s interests.
Artist Feature
Striking Gold: Nashville-based artist Stephen Day wraps up ‘Gold Mine’ Tour
Day sat down with The Hustler to dive into his newest album, discuss his tour experience and reflect on his journey as an artist.
Women's Basketball
BREAKING: Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball lands Aalyah Del Rosario in NCAA Transfer Portal
The 6’6 center averaged 2.0 points and 2.0 rebounds in limited minutes at LSU.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: No. 7 Vanderbilt falls to No. 10 Oregon 77-73 in first round of March Madness
With Khamil Pierre, Mikayla Blakes and Leilani Kapinus fouling out, the Commodores couldn’t find enough offense in overtime to seal the win.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Dancing against the Ducks
The Commodores will face the Oregon Ducks in the first round of March Madness.
Podcast
PODCAST: VandyBoys start the season hot, Women’s Basketball struggles and Men’s Basketball looks to punch their ticket to March
On this week’s episode, Aiden and Jonah are joined by Managing Editor Rhea Patney to discuss the state of Women’s Basketball, as well as Baseball and Men’s Basketball.
Local News
Special Olympics Tennessee announces bid to host 2030 Special Olympics USA Games in Nashville
In partnership with Vanderbilt, if awarded, Nashville would welcome 4,500 Special Olympics athletes to the largest inclusive event in city history.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Vanderbilt falls to No. 6 South Carolina 82-54
The Commodores failed to find an offensive flow and struggled against the Gamecocks’ stifling defense.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Vanderbilt’s Mikayla Blakes breaks her own record, sets NCAA freshman record with 55 point game
The first-year put up 55 points in an overtime away win versus the Auburn Tigers and became the first Division I player this century with 55 points and 5 assists in a game.
Women's Basketball
SEC Women’s Basketball Power Rankings: One big number
Vanderbilt sits at No. 8 in The Hustler’s second WBB power rankings of 2025.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Are victories also bigger in Texas?
The Commodores will look to secure a top-10 road win as they take on the Longhorns on Feb. 6.
Campus News
Undergraduate email services will transition from Google to Microsoft this summer
VUIT cited simplifying email flow, unifying university email servers as primary reason for change.
Women's Basketball
Jane Nwaba: Hustle, heart and a little bit of juice
In her final season of eligibility, the graduate transfer hopes to make her mark on Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball.
Campus News
Debrief with Diermeier: Civil discourse, campus safety, federal administrative changes and more
The Chancellor shared his goals for the university in the new year and provided insight into higher education under newly-inaugurated President Donald Trump’s administration.
Local News
BREAKING: Two dead, two injured after Antioch High School shooting
Nashville Metro Schools announced the high school was on lockdown on X.
Campus News
Vanderbilt Sports and Society Initiative hosts former NBA player Rex Chapman
Chapman spoke about the highs and lows of his life including his rise to the NBA, his struggles with addiction and finding a new purpose in life.
Women's Basketball
SEC Women’s Basketball Power Rankings: Settling in
Vanderbilt sits at number 10 with seven top-25 opponents ahead of them in The Hustler’s first WBB power rankings of 2025.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Previewing the SEC/ACC Challenge versus Miami
Vanderbilt will take on the Hurricanes in the second annual edition of the SEC/ACC Challenge on Dec. 4.
Campus News
First-year class racial diversity drops 21% following affirmative action ban
The share of Black and Latinx students dropped 47% and 27%, respectively, from the Class of 2027 to the Class of 2028, while the share of white students rose 14%.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Head coach Shea Ralph talks upcoming season, NIL and locker room dynamics
Ralph previewed the 2024-25 season at the Nashville Sports Council’s annual Tip-Off Breakfast and addressed some of the larger questions looming over collegiate athletics.
Campus News
How Vanderbilt’s Kirkland Hall sit-in and encampment influenced last semester’s wave of pro-Palestine protests
As one of the first encampments, Vanderbilt set the precedent on disciplinary actions toward students and community journalists alike, but was one of only two universities to expel pro-Palestine protesters.
Campus News
University responds to student-athlete, Olympian Veronica Fraley’s X posts about her rent
American Rapper Flavor Flav and Reddit Co-Founder Alexis Ohanian responded to her post on X and sent Fraley money to pay her rent.
Longform
Class of 2024: The Senior Survey
What kinds of jobs did seniors earn after graduation? What are their thoughts on Israel-Palestine? How many have had sex in nonresidential buildings? All your questions about the Class of 2024, answered.
Campus News
Vanderbilt releases findings of third-party legal investigation into arrest of journalist Eli Motycka
The report concluded Motycka’s arrest occurred irrespective of his status as a journalist and recommended Vanderbilt formalize its media access policy.
Campus News
‘We’re planning to implement all the recommendations’: Chancellor Diermeier weighs in on review of reporter arrest and media policies
Diermeier emphasized his commitment to free speech and transparent media policies.
Women's Rowing
Vanderbilt Women’s Rowing takes gold at American Collegiate Rowing Association national championships
Men’s boats also medal, team members earn ACRA all-academic and all-south region honors.
Longform
Your Hustler 2023-24 wrapped
From breaking news stories and standout sports moments to the numbers and stories that shaped the 2023-24 year.
Local News
One year later: Community links arms to honor victims of Covenant School shooting and call for gun reform
Voices for a Safer Tennessee led the effort to create a human chain from VUMC to the Tennessee State Capitol.
Campus News
Vanderbilt LGBTQ+ Policy Lab wins inaugural NIH DEIA prize
The prize comes with a $100,000 award and the opportunity to present at NIH DEIA prize symposium
Campus News
VSG releases fall 2023 expenditure report, launches new petition website
The first of VSG’s now semesterly expenditure reports revealed lowered internal spending compared to prior administrations.
Longform
Class of 2027: The First Year Survey
What are Vanderbilt’s newest class’ average SAT and ACT scores? What is their average household income? Which Commons House do they wish they lived in? All your questions about the Class of 2027, answered.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Previewing Vanderbilt’s matchup with Missouri
The Commodores will look to stay perfect when they host the Missouri Tigers.
Features
Vanderbilt alumna Addison Hadley wins Miss United States, uses platform to advocate for low-income communities
Hadley currently works as a professional mental health counselor while also engaging in community service.
Local News
Construction ongoing for recently-accredited medical school at Belmont University
The Thomas Frist, Jr. College of Medicine is the sixth medical school to be established in Tennessee.
Campus News
Chemistry review sessions temporarily canceled due to fire safety policies
According to an Oct. 23 email from Tara Todd, the fire marshal was called by a concerned student at the Oct. 15 exam review session.
Features
‘If the world was ending,’ I’d try to talk to JP Saxe again
The Hustler attended a press conference with JP Saxe to discuss songwriting and Saxe’s sophomore album, “A Grey Area.”
Local News
Nashville Rep. Justin Jones files lawsuit against Tennessee House Speaker for April expulsion
Jones alleges that his April 6 expulsion from the Tennessee General Assembly was unconstitutional.
Campus News
Top Golf outings, $1.6k board dinners and $10k merchandise: A breakdown of VSG’s expenditures since August 2020
VSG leaders aim to lower the amount of the organization’s budget spent on internal costs, which took up 32% of the total budget over the past three years.
Campus News
Chancellor Diermeier meets with members of Congress to advocate for research, higher education funding
Diermeier also hosted a reception to honor members of Tennessee’s congressional delegation.
Longform
Class of 2023: The Senior Survey
What kinds of jobs did seniors earn after graduation? What are their thoughts on divestment? How many have had sex in nonresidential buildings? All your questions about the Class of 2023, answered.
Campus News
Vanderbilt community remembers late alumna Preethi Karnam
A College of Arts and Science graduate, Karnam was part of Emory University School of Medicine’s Class of 2026 at the time of her passing.
Campus News
Vanderbilt to add Spanish for the Professions minor beginning in Fall 2023
The new program aims to equip students with the linguistic skills and cultural competency necessary to succeed in various professional fields.
Local News
Local CVS, Kroger faces Adderall shortage, students report inability to access medication
A national Adderall shortage was announced Oct. 12, 2022, and students report ongoing difficulties accessing ADHD medications.
Campus News
VSG Senate passes bill advocating for anti-caste discrimination clause in university policy, SACE hosts caste expert on campus
Prior to these conversations, VSG Senate unanimously passed a bill that bans caste-based discrimination, while SACE hosted anti-caste expert and author Yashica Dutt.
Campus News
Inaugural gymnastic programs formed at Vanderbilt and Fisk University
Fisk University gymnastics became the first collegiate HBCU team in the country, while Vanderbilt launched a gymnastics club.
Campus News
First self-serve ice cream machine on campus installed in Commons Dining Center
The ice cream machine, which serves three dairy-free ice cream flavors, is a pilot project of Campus Dining and Vanderbilt Student Government.
Campus News
Vanderbilt community, family members remember senior Jay Patel
Patel battled cancer for a year and a half while remaining committed to his studies and extracurricular activities.
Campus News
Vanderbilt sustainability report for academic year 2021-22 shows 19% decrease in emissions over past two years
The report details a 6% increase in emissions since the 2020-21 academic year.
Campus News
Interfraternity Council implements new recruitment strategies beginning Fall 2022
Changes included more transparent event communication, internal scholarship programs and expanded sexual assault trainings for potential new members.
Campus News
Dining halls, libraries launch new space monitoring systems
The Occuspace technology is currently used in Branscomb Munchie Market, Commons, EBI, Rothschild, The Pub, Zeppos, Kissam, Local Java and Rand Dining Hall, as well as Central, Divinity, Peabody and Stevenson Libraries.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Previewing Vanderbilt vs. Michigan
This top-10 matchup between the SEC and Big Ten features two of the nation’s fastest teams and most electrifying guards.
Women's Basketball
Jordyn Oliver: From the court to the clipboard
Oliver got a job as director of player development just an hour after her playing career ended, bringing leadership, perspective and a player’s insight to every corner of the program.
Local News
VUMC anesthesiologist charged with 15 counts of sexual exploitation
Preece is being held in the Sumner County Jail on a $1.15 million bond.
Campus News
IN PHOTOS: Snowpocalypse
A severe winter storm hit Nashville and Vanderbilt’s campus with snow, sleet and freezing rain, leaving fallen trees, icy paths and power outages in its wake. Students navigated hazardous conditions while adapting to disrupted routines in the frozen aftermath.
Campus News
Multicultural Leadership Council, 34 other student organizations call on Vanderbilt to uphold commitment to inclusion
Following the cancellation of the prospective students program MOSAIC, the MLC released a statement criticizing the university for not prioritizing student input in the decision to cancel the program.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: No. 5 Vanderbilt remains undefeated at home, takes down Florida 82-66
After first-half struggles, the Commodores rallied back behind a 24-point second half from Mikayla Blakes.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: No. 5 Vanderbilt upsets No. 4 Texas, 86-70, in the first top-5 matchup on West End since 1995
The Commodores handed the Longhorns their largest loss since the 2024-25 Final Four.
Women's Basketball
Olympic Gold Medalist and Women’s Basketball Hall of Famer Chamique Holdsclaw gives 18th annual Murray Lecture
Holdsclaw spoke about her college and professional basketball experience and personal mental health struggles while also commenting on the evolving state of women’s basketball overall.
Campus News
Early decision acceptance rate down to 11.9% for Class of 2030
From last year, the admit rate decreased by 1.3%, with 14.3% more applicants applying via early decision.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Three takeaways from Vanderbilt’s 81-79 senior-day win over Kentucky
Despite missing Sacha Washington, Vanderbilt relied on key contributions from other post players, defensive adjustments and consistent excellence from Mikayla Blakes and Aubrey Galvan to seal the victory.
Women's Basketball
Ndjakalenga Mwenentanda: A gift of luck
With Final Four experience and a defense-first mindset, Ndjakalenga Mwenentanda has brought veteran stability to No. 5 Vanderbilt.
Women's Basketball
State of the SEC: Almost March
South Carolina dominates at the top, Vanderbilt creeps up the standings and the race for NCAA seeding continues to heat up.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Shea Ralph, Mikayla Blakes and Aubrey Galvan headline SEC awards
This is the sixth time in SEC history that a school has swept coach of the year, player of the year and freshman of the year awards.
Women's Basketball
BREAKING: Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball earns 2-seed in Fort Worth region of NCAA Tournament, set to face 15-seeded High Point Panthers
For the first time since 2012, the Commodores will host the first two rounds of the tournament in Memorial Gymnasium.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Mikayla Blakes named AP First Team All-American
This is Blakes’ fifth first-team All-American selection this postseason. The sophomore has also earned the distinction from the U.S. Basketball Writers Association, ESPN, The Athletic and The Sporting News.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Previewing Vanderbilt vs. High Point in the Round of 64
The Commodores will face the High Point Panthers in the first round of March Madness.
Campus News
Olympic bronze medalist Ilona Maher speaks at the 2026 IMPACT Symposium
Maher discussed body confidence, authenticity and the realities of building a career in women’s sports at Langford Auditorium.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Previewing Vanderbilt vs. Illinois in the Round of 32
The Commodores will face the Fighting Illini in the second round of March Madness, chasing their first Sweet Sixteen since 2009.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: No. 2-seed Vanderbilt punches its ticket to the Sweet 16, beating No. 7-seed Illinois, 75-57
The Commodores also sealed a perfect home record at Memorial Gym this season for the first time in program history.
Women's Basketball
Fan Reactions: Students and fans pack Memorial Gymnasium for first two rounds of March Madness
Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball hosted NCAA Tournament games this past week for the first time in 14 years.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Three takeaways from Vanderbilt’s Sweet 16 loss to Notre Dame
Countless turnovers and poor shooting hindered the Commodores’ comeback attempt as they lost to the Fighting Irish, 67-64.
Women's Basketball
Memorial Minutes: The road ends in Texas
Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball ended its season in the Sweet 16 in Fort Worth, Texas, capping off one of the program’s best seasons in recent memory.
Women's Basketball
BREAKING: Shea Ralph named Naismith Women’s College Coach of the Year
Ralph led Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball to its first Sweet 16 since 2009 while also going undefeated at home, posting a 29-5 overall record and picking up 13 SEC wins.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Justine Pissott selected by Indiana Fever with 25th pick in WNBA Draft
Selected in the second round, the versatile 6’4 wing will head to Indianapolis to begin her professional career.
Women's Basketball
Women’s Basketball: Vanderbilt lands Mia Woolfolk in NCAA Transfer Portal
The 6’3 forward averaged 13.9 points and 5.4 rebounds per game at Georgia this past season.
Science Writing
How do researchers study the role of multiple chemical exposures in breast cancer risk?
This blog is the second in a series about a new study that looks at how a woman’s exposure to chemical mixtures may increase the risk of breast cancer.
Science/Policy
Invisible Threats
Impacts of toxic chemicals on children's health
Science Writing
A tool to improve breast cancer risk prediction
In this third blog in our series exploring how chemical mixtures relate to breast cancer risk, we explain what DNA methylation is and how it is relevant to a groundbreaking new research study.
Personal
Ladue Horton Watkins High School Student Writes About How COVID-19 Changed Her Life
The daughter of two doctors reflects on fear, resilience and finding gratitude during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Local News
Ladue School District Adapts to Changing Circumstances as it Begins 2020-21 School Year
Ladue School District's Return to Learn Plan outlines multiple instructional models as leaders adjust to changing public health conditions.
Local News
COVID-19 Testing Site Opens at Ladue Middle School
Free weekly drive-thru COVID-19 testing at Ladue Middle School aims to improve access for district families, employees and the broader community.
Local Feature
Despite Pandemic-Related Challenges, KEEN Continues Work to Empower Youth With Special Needs
As COVID-19 disrupted in-person programming, KEEN adapted with virtual activities to keep children with special needs connected, active and engaged.
Artist Feature
Ladue Horton Watkins High School Graduate and Musician Morgan Taylor Debuts Two Singles
From church performances to new singles and a spot at Berklee College of Music, Morgan Taylor is turning her lifelong passion into a profession.
Women's Ultimate
Mika Kurahashi and Building the Future of Women's Ultimate
From a teenager watching ultimate highlights in math class to becoming the first Canadian woman to win the Callahan Award, Mika Kurahashi reflects on leadership, adversity, coaching, social media, and growing women's ultimate frisbee.
Women's Basketball
Get Better, Not Bitter with Alanna Smith
After being cut from both the WNBA and the Australian national team in the same year, VIS Mentor Alanna Smith was forced to confront doubt and disappointment head-on. Instead of growing bitter, she chose to get better.
Women's Basketball
Sue Bird's Legacy is Cast in Bronze
In a momentous celebration, Sue Bird becomes the first player in WNBA history to have a statue unveiled by any franchise, highlighting her unparalleled contributions to women’s basketball. Her post-retirement efforts continue to advocate for women's sports and inspire future generations of athletes.
Women's Ultimate
5 Women Changing Ultimate
Women’s ultimate frisbee is growing fast in visibility, skill, and spirit. We highlight Levke Walczak, Liv Player, Anna Thompson, Claire Trop, and Manuela Cárdenas—standout athletes from the 2025 USA Ultimate Club Nationals.
Women's Volleyball
Rebuilding Vanderbilt Volleyball
Vanderbilt Women’s Volleyball returned after a 45-year hiatus, navigating year one of its rebuild with new players, a full redshirt class, and the challenge of launching an SEC program from scratch. The foundation taking shape is already pointing toward a promising future.
Women's Basketball
Breaking down the new WNBA CBA
After 17 months of negotiations, the WNBA and its players ratified a landmark CBA that transforms salaries, benefits, and revenue sharing—redefining what it means to be a professional women’s basketball player in the United States.
Women's Field Events
Jackson’s Grit Shines in Silver Shot Put Finish
VIS Mentor Chase Jackson earned silver in shot put at the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo. She overcame injury, pain, and logistics to reach the podium while staying true to her creative and athletic identity.
Women's Basketball
KK Arnold & Ashlynn Shade: UConn’s Backbone
Over three seasons, junior guards KK Arnold and Ashlynn Shade have adapted to every role at UConn—from early starters to trusted reserves to vocal junior leaders.
Women's Basketball
Ty Harris - “Rest is Still Work”
After a season-ending injury, WNBA guard and VIS Mentor Ty Harris had to rethink what productivity meant. Through rehab, patience, and perspective, she learned that healing is part of the work and that rest shouldn’t come with guilt.
Women's Basketball
Haley Jones' Mindset and Recovery Playbook
WNBA guard and VIS Mentor Haley Jones breaks down the mindset and recovery habits she uses to stay confident, focused, and consistent. From handling comparison to fueling her body and resetting mentally, this playbook gives young athletes habits they can start building today.
Business Feature
Bloom Where You’re Planted: Nashville Women Build Businesses Through Community and Connection
Speakers at Network+ Women: She Means Business shared how resilience, community and a willingness to start before feeling ready have shaped their entrepreneurial journeys.
Business Feature
Tamara Reynolds: Work, Funding, Surviving in Nashville Creative Economy
As Nashville's creative economy grows, documentary photographer Tamara Reynolds shares what it takes to sustain an artistic practice over five decades.
Women's Softball
Bella Dayton: Fueling Wins
VIS Mentor Bella Dayton, an outfielder for the Bandits in the Athletes Unlimited Softball League, was key in securing her team's place in the inaugural championship series. Off the field, she runs Mambos.kitchen, an Instagram account that empowers athletes to optimize performance through nutrition.
Women's Basketball
In the Paint with Rhyne Howard
VIS Mentor Rhyne Howard plays within the lines on the court and finds freedom beyond them through art. Painting gives the Atlanta Dream guard space for solitude and flow and mirrors the creativity that defines her game.
Paralympic Curling
Laura Dwyer Makes Paralympic History
Laura Dwyer’s journey to the Paralympic ice began long before Milano Cortina 2026. Thirteen years after a life-changing accident left her paralyzed, the Team USA wheelchair curler helped lead the U.S. to its best wheelchair curling finish in years, proving she belongs on the sport’s biggest stage.
Women's Basketball
Izzy Harrison Comes Home
Back in Nashville with Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball, VIS Mentor Izzy Harrison is competing on a championship stage in her hometown. In her conversation with VIS, she discusses what it means to compete on a championship stage in her hometown, share the court with her sister, and represent Nashville’s next generation of girls in sport.
Women's Tennis
From Canvas to Court: Anisimova's Inspiring Return
Two years after stepping away for mental health, Amanda Anisimova returned to tennis and reached the 2025 Wimbledon final. Despite her finals loss, her journey highlights the importance of self-care and resilience in sports. Through art and personal growth, she reshaped her life and career.
Paralympic Swimming
Lizzi Smith on Confidence, Visibility, and Swimming with One Hand
3x Paralympian swimmer Lizzi Smith reflects on chasing Olympic dreams and the courage required as a woman athlete with a disability.
Women's Soccer
Remember Why You Started
In this episode, Ashley takes us inside one of the biggest transitions of her career: leaving college early to play professionally in Europe
Hormones
How Decreases in Hormones Impact Performance
Athleticism evolves with age, but that doesn’t mean it goes away. VIS Expert Melissa Shays, ND, LAc, explains how women can train smarter through menopause—focusing on recovery, nutrition, and strength—and how younger athletes benefit from learning these lessons early for lifelong performance.
Hormones
Hormonal IUDs and RED-S
Menstrual health is crucial for athletic performance, but hormonal IUDs can alter menstrual patterns, making it difficult for us to assess our health. VIS Expert Chimsom Oleka, MD, discusses the impact of hormonal IUDs and shares insights on recognizing signs of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sports (RED-S).
Women's Track and Field
ACL Comeback: Gia Trevisan
After tearing her ACL, Gia Trevisan pivoted from soccer to track, using PRP therapy and a strong support system to recover. Her story is one of resilience, adaptation, and trusting the process on the road to becoming an Olympian.
Women's Soccer
ACL Comeback: Ally Sentnor
After tearing her ACL as a college freshman, VIS Mentor Ally Sentnor leaned on consistent rehab, a strong support system, and a resilient mindset to return stronger than ever. Her story highlights the realities of recovery, trusting the process, and rising to the top of the NWSL and U.S. national team pipeline.
Women's Basketball
How Haley Jones Stays Sharp During Transitions
VIS Mentor and WNBA guard Haley Jones and VIS Expert Allison Brager, PhD share how athletes can stay mentally and physically prepared during uncertain athletic transitions.
Women's Ultimate
Four Quarters: A New #1 and a Championship Preview (WUL Week 6, PUL Week 3)
An early PUL upset as we prepare for a massive week of games!
Women's Ultimate
Four Quarters: PUL’s DC, WUL’s Bay Area Emerging as Title Favorites (WUL Week 7, PUL Week 4)
Heavy-hitter matchups - DC against Raleigh in the PUL, and Bay Area versus Colorado in the WUL - topped the ticket this past weekend.
Women's Ultimate
Four Quarters: The Playoff Picture Takes Shape (WUL Weeks 8&9, PUL Weeks 5&6)
Recapping two weeks of action and taking stock of the playoff field in the PUL!
Women's Ultimate
Four Quarters: WUL Approaches the End, and Getting to Know PUL Rookies (WUL Weeks 10&11, PUL Weeks 7&8)
Recapping two weeks of action! Plus, get to know the rising stars of the Premier Ultimate League!
Women's Ultimate
Four Quarters: WUL Wraps Up while PUL Playoff Race Heats Up (WUL Week 12, PUL Week 9)
This past weekend had everything, from favorites comfortably winning to surprising upsets with Championship Weekend implications.
Women's Ultimate
Four Quarters: WUL Championship Weekend Preview, PUL Regular Season Finishes
The PUL regular season has come to a close, while the WUL prepares for a Championship Weekend with everything on the line.
Women's Ultimate
PUL Championship Weekend 2026 Preview
Four teams remain in contention for the PUL Championship: two clear favorites, two clear underdogs.
Women's Ultimate
DC Shadow Conquer PUL at Championship Weekend 2026
DC Shadow doubled up Philadelphia Surge to claim their second PUL title in as many seasons
Hustler Digest
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Legislative Trends Newsletter
Welcome to Legislative Trends! (April 21)
Each week, our team of policy analysts tracks key legislative movements, from state budget proposals impacting Medicaid and SNAP to bills advancing paid family leave, child care, and other critical prenatal-to-3 policies.
Legislative Trends Newsletter
Welcome to Legislative Trends! (April 28)
Each week, our team of policy analysts tracks key legislative movements, from state budget proposals impacting Medicaid and SNAP to bills advancing paid family leave, child care, and other critical prenatal-to-3 policies.
Women's Ultimate
Four Quarters: PUL/WUL All-Star Speculation
Which players will represent their teams in the clash of leagues in late August?
Women's Sports
The Future of Women’s Specific Professional Athlete Facilities
As investment in professional women’s sports grows, training facilities are evolving to better support women athletes. VIS Mentor Maya Neal explains why purpose-built spaces matter, while Michelle Kang and organizations like Populous highlight the growing shift toward intentional, athlete-centered facility design.
Women's Sports
5 Orange Carpet Looks We Loved—and the Women Behind Them
WNBA All-Star Weekend's Orange Carpet showcased bold fashion and personal style. Meet the women creatives behind five standout looks, from custom designers and stylists to fashion brands helping athletes bring their vision to life.
Ultimate Frisbee
WFDF World Junior Ultimate Championships 2026: Day Two Recap
One of the tournament's first notable upsets as group stage action continues.
Ultimate Frisbee
WFDF World Junior Ultimate Championships 2026: Day Five Recap
Setting the table for elimination play to begin with more upsets and close calls.
Ultimate Frisbee
WFDF World Junior Ultimate Championships 2026: The Universal Language of the Callahan
Fans were treated to a bevvy of one of the most exciting plays in ultimate: the callahan. Here are our five favorites from WJUC!
Monthly Newsletter
PN3 Monthly Newsletter (May)
Each month, our outreach team sends out a newsletter full of center updates, articles, podcasts, and other reasources relating to the prenatal-to-3 policy space.
Monthly Newsletter
PN3 Monthly Newsletter (April)
Each month, our outreach team sends out a newsletter full of center updates, articles, podcasts, and other reasources relating to the prenatal-to-3 policy space.
Girl's Lacrosse
Lucky Number Seven
Girls lacrosse team passes down jersey number with special significance.
Girl's Swimming
On Your Mark
Sophomore swimmer MJ Bezzant breaks school record and wins state championship.
Injury
Switching up the game
Junior Max Webb switches sports after major knee surgeries.
Local News
Superheroes in Scrubs
How COVID-19 is impacting medical professionals.
Local News
A Hidden History
Congregation Shaare Emeth aims to change name of Beirne Park.
Local News
Living With The Executive
Senior Jake Page reflects on his experiences being son of a politician.
Features
Sandhu Survives
Senior Ethan Sandhu overcomes mental health challenges.
Features
Maranto Moves Continents
Junior Alexandra Maranto relocates internationally during pandemic.
Features
Youth Advocacy Rises
Younger generation advances Black Lives Matter Movement.
Features
A Year In Review
Panorama ranks and reviews the months of 2020.
Campus News
History Outside the Box
Black Studies classes create miniature museums for elementary students.
Campus News
Combating Danger
Students and staff address gun violence.
Campus News
Halo Comes to Ladue
Detectors shine a new light on vaping problem at school.