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Every year, The Hustler conducts an in-depth survey of Vanderbilt's newest class to understand who they are and what defines them, from academic achievements to campus life preferences. What began as a simple questionnaire has evolved into a comprehensive snapshot of each incoming class. What are the Class of 2028’s views on political issues? Are they planning on joining Greek life? How many first-years are already wishing they were in Peabody College?

Editor’s Note: This article includes mention of suicide. Some people trick-or-treat on Halloween. Others carve jack-o-lanterns. This year, The Hustler took a deep dive into Nashville’s underside through a Nashville Ghosts Haunted Pub Crawl and Ghost Tour. Skull’s Rainbow Room We may not be ones to believe in the supernatural, but when in Rome — or in our case, when at Skull’s Rainbow Room — how could one not cave a little?

This summer, the Photo staff traveled everywhere from Hong Kong to Calgary. Between balancing internships and heat waves, they took time to photograph their views along the way. We found beauty mid-air in California, and even in our backyards. We hope you enjoy taking them in through our shots, too. Josh Rehders, Deputy Photography Director Despite being mostly in hibernation after studying abroad last semester, I still managed to get out and take some photos.