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Meet Abby Shachar, Outstanding Senior Finalist!

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Vanderbilt chapter.

Name: Abby ShacharMajors: English, MHS, Islamic StudiesCareer Goals: To work in foreign serviceFavorite Place in Nashville: Virago–I just love the crispy rice!

1) How did it feel being selected as a Top Ten Outstanding Senior Finalist? 

I was so honored to be a top ten outstanding senior. I feel so privileged to be counted amongst the other finalists who are all great friends and personal role models of mine. 

2) What kinds of things have you been involved in at Vanderbilt? 

My largest involvement experience has been with VUcept. It’s been a wonderful experience to watch the organization grow over my four years here.

3) What would you consider your favorite activity (extracurricular) at Vanderbilt? 

While all my involvement experiences have been so rewarding, my absolute favorite extracurricular has been spending time and developing relationships with people around Vandy’s campus. Some of my best friends are here!

4) What else would you do if you had more time (AKA Hermione’s time turner thing)? 

If I could time turn I would definitely apply to be an RA on The Commons–I’m so intrigued by the opportunity to mentor and to give back in that way. 

5) What do most people not know about you? 

Most people don’t know that I speak three languages. I love to travel and put them to good use!

 

Stacey Oswald, originally from South Florida, came to Vanderbilt as a member of the class of 2015 and got involved with HerCampus her freshman year. She became assistant editor that year and is now the Campus Correspondent for Vanderbilt HC as a sophomore. Stacey is currently a columnist for Ask Miss A- Nashville and the life section of The Hustler. She's also very involved in her sorority, Kappa Delta, as well as Invisible Children. Outside of school and her extracurriculars, Stacey finds happiness in many sources, the most crucial being exercise and the sun. She loves to attend exercise classes and is an avid runner; she recently completed the Country Music Half Marathon. She also loves Vitamin D, especially when on the beach- though of course, she only soaks up the sun after applying SPF. A few of the things Stacey couldn't live without? Good food (especially from Sweet Cece's, Bricktops, and Samurai Sushi), great books (The Hypnotist's Love Story is a recent favorite), her family back in Florida, her wonderful boyfriend, and all of the great friends she's made at Vanderbilt.