Author: Matt Anderson
Alumni Association Board announces new leadership, adds six members
Jul. 1, 2020—The Vanderbilt Alumni Association Board announces new leadership and the addition of six new members.
Alumni Association Board announces 2020 alumni award recipients
Jun. 23, 2020—The Vanderbilt Alumni Association Board of Directors is pleased to announce its 2020 alumni award recipients.
Message from the Alumni Association President: Support Student Internships
Feb. 17, 2020—Internships have the potential to transform students’ lives by providing hands-on experiences and access to professional networks. Alumni play an important role in making internship opportunities possible. Approximately 70 percent of graduating Vanderbilt seniors report completing an internship. Vanderbilt students’ internships run the gamut—from conducting medical research and working on a telescope project at NASA’s...
Memphis Vanderbilt Chapter Screens “Triumph” and Shares Perspectives
Feb. 17, 2020—For Jessie Wallace Jackson, the trailblazing experience of her brother Perry Wallace, BE’71, is a story of love and hope for the future. A recent Memphis Vanderbilt Chapter Commodore Classroom expanded his inspiring message. On Dec. 9, more than 60 alumni and friends gathered at the National Civil Rights Museum for a screening of Triumph—The...
Five Steps to Building Your Career Network through the VUconnect Online Community
Jan. 28, 2020—Vanderbilt alumni form a robust, global network of more than 145,000 Commodores. The VUconnect online community gives you easy tools to start building and growing professional relationships with fellow alumni anywhere in just five steps.
Vanderbilt student discovers power of alumni network
Jan. 22, 2020—The Vanderbilt alumni network is a tremendous resource for students who are preparing for life after graduation. Last summer Carson Crocker, a sophomore at Peabody College, enjoyed a rewarding six weeks at the Dallas digital marketing agency Belo+Company thanks to an opportunity made available by Tim Storer, BE’96.
Five Vanderbilt alumni named to 2020 ‘Forbes’ 30 under 30
Jan. 6, 2020—Five Vanderbilt alumni have been selected for the 2020 Forbes “30 Under 30.” The list highlights “600 revolutionaries in 20 industries changing the course—and the face—of business and society.”
Summer Send-Offs Support New Commodores
Nov. 7, 2019—This summer Vanderbilt’s welcoming, supportive community celebrated together at 52 Summer Send-Off Parties held in 31 states and three other countries. Hosted by parents and alumni, these special gatherings help new students and their families connect with current students and their parents and with alumni from the same area. University leaders are present to share...
Vanderbilt Faculty Are Highlight of 2020 Vanderbilt Travel Program
Nov. 7, 2019—Each year the Vanderbilt Travel Program offers exciting opportunities for alumni, parents and friends. The 2020 lineup features 24 trips, including a scenic Japanese cruise, a journey through Vietnam, and fresh itineraries for popular European destinations. The shining highlight of the program is the addition of Vanderbilt faculty members. Currently, 12 trips feature faculty, with...
Message from the Alumni Association President
Nov. 7, 2019—Vanderbilt Alumni Impact the World One of my great pleasures as president of the Vanderbilt Alumni Association Board is to highlight some of the Commodores who are leading positive change in the lives of people around the world. When Justin Miller, BS’09, was a student at Vanderbilt, he witnessed firsthand the grim reality for AIDS...
Message from the Alumni Association President: Share your thoughts on Vanderbilt’s next chancellor
Aug. 23, 2019—By all measures—admissions, graduation rates, philanthropic support, exceptional faculty, diversity and financial health—Vanderbilt has raised its profile dramatically under the leadership of Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos. We will be forever grateful for his knowledge, vision and passion during his 11 years as chancellor, as well as his 32 total years of service at the university....
New Members Join Alumni Association Board
Aug. 20, 2019—The Vanderbilt University Alumni Association Board of Directors announces seven new members, who began their three-year terms July 1. “Each of these new members sets a great example for all alumni through their philanthropy and volunteerism,” says Dan Lovinger, BA’87, president of the Alumni Association Board. “That passion for Vanderbilt is a great addition to...