V150 continues with a celebratory roster of events commemorating the university’s opening in 1875. The slate of fall festivities kicks off with Arthur Brooks’ Commodore Classroom on Sept. 19, continues with the V150 Sesquicentennial Ceremony and Celebration on Oct. 3 and culminates in a star-studded concert on Nov. 9 featuring headliners Brandi Carlile and Alabama Shakes.
Since its founding in 1873 as an institution devoted to “strengthening the ties which should exist between all sections of our common country” and its official opening in 1875, Vanderbilt University has forged a tradition of academic excellence infused with a unique spirit of collaboration and collegiality. The university’s mission lies in the quest to bring out the best in humanity—pushing new ideas into the frontiers of discovery, challenging the limits of what’s possible and working diligently in the service of others. Vanderbilt’s closely connected parklike campus, set in the heart of the rapidly growing city of Nashville, Tennessee, is representative of the enduring bonds that unite us as One Vanderbilt community.
SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATIONS: WHAT’S AHEAD THIS FALL
Commodore Classroom: Arthur Brooks for Students, Faculty and Staff
Friday, Sept. 19, Langford Auditorium, 2–2:45 p.m.
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Vanderbilt University is pleased to welcome bestselling author and Harvard University professor Arthur Brooks as he offers his insights in a special session on “How to Get Happier in an Unhappy World.” This session is part of Family Weekend and is also open to Vanderbilt faculty, staff and students as part of Vanderbilt’s Sesquicentennial events.
Registration is required and seating is limited.
V150 Sesquicentennial Ceremony and Celebration for Students, Faculty and Staff
Friday, Oct. 3, Alumni Lawn, 12 p.m.
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The Sesquicentennial Ceremony and Celebration continue the university’s tradition of commemorating its founding in 1873 and opening in 1875. The Oct. 3 event will feature remarks from Nashville and Vanderbilt leaders reflecting on Vanderbilt’s 150-year history and partnership with the city. They will highlight the university’s long-standing partnership as a pillar of the Nashville community, its history dating back 150 years and the future of Vanderbilt. The ceremony will be followed by a celebratory lunch and block party featuring food trucks.
Members of the campus community are encouraged to arrive early and grab one of the university’s commemorative pins, a series that was launched at the start of the semester and will continue with new pin drops at various times throughout the year. The Vanderbilt community is encouraged to follow @VanderbiltU to be notified about future pin drops.
Early arrivals to the V150 Ceremony and Celebration on Oct. 3 will be eligible to win “Strengthening Ties: Vanderbilt @ 150” concert tickets.
Movie Night for Students
Friday, Oct. 3, Alumni Lawn, Time TBA
Vanderbilt Programming Board will host a Movie Night under the Alumni Lawn tent. All Vanderbilt students are invited to attend. Stay tuned for additional information.
Vanderbilt vs. Alabama Game Watch for Students
Saturday, Oct. 4, Alumni Lawn, Time TBA
Vanderbilt Programming Board will also be hosting a watch party on Alumni Lawn under the tent. Students are invited to come cheer the Dores to victory as they play SEC rival University of Alabama. More information will be provided via the Vanderbilt Programming Board.
Sesquicentennial Concert – Strengthening Ties: Vanderbilt @ 150 for Students, Faculty, Staff and Alumni
Sunday, Nov. 9, The Pinnacle, 7 p.m.
Brandi Carlile, accompanied by SistaStrings, and Alabama Shakes headline the Sesquicentennial concert at one of the newest concert venues in downtown Nashville, The Pinnacle. On Sept. 26, Vanderbilt students, faculty and staff will receive information to their Vanderbilt email on how to purchase tickets. Alumni will also be receiving information on how to purchase shortly thereafter. All proceeds will benefit the Nashville Urban Debate League, a local nonprofit dedicated to providing opportunities for high school students in the Metro Nashville Public Schools district to participate in competitive, research-based policy debate.
Additional information on how to purchase tickets will be forthcoming.
