Year: 2023

The complexities of the U.S. health care system, the role of media in modern politics, music born along the Mississippi River and the joys and benefits of birdwatching are just some of the varied courses being offered by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Vanderbilt University this fall. Read More

In a reaffirmation of its commitment to free expression, Vanderbilt University today launched Dialogue Vanderbilt. The initiative aims to provide a range of programs to students, faculty and the broader community to promote civil discourse and better understand and address political polarization. Read More

JaHyne “JJ” Johnson, BA’23, came to Vanderbilt as a QuestBridge Scholar, ready to “do the work” and come out with a solid career path. What the chemistry major didn’t realize then was that the opportunities he pursued through classes, activities and Immersion Vanderbilt would allow him to write poetry, conduct research, dance in a ballet, launch a podcast and more. Read More

New research experience will expose undergraduates to diverse career paths and provide graduate-level training, mentoring and professional networking in the social sciences. This is the first year of a three-year program in the Department of Political Science. Read More

Immersion Phase is a two-year highly individualized learning experience for third- and fourth-year medical students. The program is seeking a faculty member with an MD degree to lead the continued development of the Advanced Clinical Experiences, Acting Internships and Advanced Electives. Submissions are due by Friday, Sept. 15. Read More

Visit the Office of Experiential Learning and Immersion Vanderbilt’s Study Abroad and Passport Fair to learn more about program options directly from study abroad organizations. You can hear from recent study abroad alumni, chat with study abroad advisers and connect with campus partners. Read More

To honor National Read a Book Day, the Wond’ry is hosting a book swap Sept. 6, from 4–6 p.m. Bring a book (or books!) that you’ve read and discover a new one to take home with you. Read More

The Office of Brand Engagement and Governance will host an Internal Campus Supplier Vendor Fair from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 6. Students, staff and faculty involved with sourcing and/or purchasing merchandise for internal use or to promote the university or VUMC are invited to attend this free event. Read More

Tutor Nashville, Vanderbilt’s partnership with Metro Nashville Public Schools’ high-impact tutoring program, is seeking volunteers for the “Accelerating Scholars” tutoring program. Volunteer tutors are matched one-on-one with students to provide support in literacy and math to first through ninth grade students.  Read More

The purpose of the grant is to provide students with the opportunity to enhance their knowledge of nonviolent movement strategies and teachings, conduct research to elevate communities and organizations to bring about social justice, and integrate their findings into their education at Vanderbilt. Read More

Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and the Nashville Veterans Affairs Medical Center have “cracked” the genomic code for sepsis in the lungs and kidneys. Read More

Vice Provost for Student Affairs and Dean of Students G.L. Black challenges students to set intentions for a new academic year, engage with the campus and Nashville communities. Read More

The Student Care Network (SCN) offers robust health and wellbeing resources for Vanderbilt students. The primary offices of the Student Care Network are Student Care Coordination, the Center for Student Wellbeing, theUniversity Counseling Center and the Student Health Center. Read More

What better way to be welcomed into the Vanderbilt University community than with cheering, music and lots of helping hands! Move-In Weekend on The Martha Rivers Ingram Commons is one of the university’s most-loved traditions, building support and belonging from Day 1. Read More

Vanderbilt observed its strongest year ever by many measures in 2022–23. The university soared to new heights in research and fundraising, received national and international recognitions and celebrated significant milestones—like its Sesquicentennial and the launch of the ambitious Dare to Grow fundraising campaign. Read More

Whether you are a high-level administrator, people manager or individual contributor, building your coaching skills can enhance your communication, performance and success—and that of your team members, whether they report to you or work with you. Read More

In going all in as a runner and a double major, Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholar of the Year finalist Kaira Brown embodies Ashe’s commitment to improving communities. Read More

By minimizing plastic waste and encouraging reusable container usage, ReusePass, which replaces the Fill it Forward program, provides the latest example of Vanderbilt’s ongoing commitment to responsible consumption and environmental preservation.   Read More

Emily Hodges, assistant professor of biochemistry, and Cody Siciliano, assistant professor of pharmacology, have been named Dean’s Faculty Fellows of the School of Medicine Basic Sciences. Read More

Vanderbilt University’s dedication to encouraging unique and groundbreaking research through internal grants has helped David Hyde, assistant professor of computer science, receive funding from the National Science Foundation. His research has progressed thanks to a Seeding Success Grant, an internal funding award managed by Research Development and Support in the Office of the Vice Provost... Read More