Communications And Marketing
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Chancellor Search listening session for staff set for Aug. 23
The Chancellor Search Advisory Committee will conduct a listening session on Friday, Aug. 23, to gather feedback from staff and answer questions about the search for Vanderbilt’s next leader. The event is scheduled from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in Sarratt Cinema. Read MoreAug 19, 2019
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Chancellor Search listening session for faculty set for Aug. 23
The Chancellor Search Advisory Committee will conduct a listening session on Friday, Aug. 23, to gather feedback from faculty and answer questions about the search for Vanderbilt’s next leader. The event is scheduled from 12:10 to 1 p.m. in Sarratt Cinema. Read MoreAug 19, 2019
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‘No Pause Button’: Provost Susan R. Wente takes the helm as Vanderbilt’s interim chancellor
As Provost Susan R. Wente assumes the role of Vanderbilt’s interim chancellor, she looks to further the university’s commitment to learning, discovery and creative expression with the same drive and optimism she’s cultivated as an academic leader, scholar and mentor. Read MoreAug 16, 2019
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The Legacy of Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos
Vanderbilt University is grateful to Chancellor Zeppos for his leadership and stewardship over the past 11 years. Vanderbilt’s eighth chancellor, Nicholas S. Zeppos, will step down on Aug. 15 after serving the university for more than 11 years in the role. Under Zeppos’ leadership, Vanderbilt’s achievements and reputation… Read MoreAug 14, 2019
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Through the Years
View a photo gallery of Chancellor Zeppos' time at Vanderbilt. Read MoreAug 14, 2019
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The Zeppos Report
Listen to Chancellor Zeppos' podcast featuring esteemed guests, including Ken Burns, Amitav Ghosh, Carly Fiorina and more. Read MoreAug 14, 2019
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A Decade in Review
Look back at the first 10 years of progress under Chancellor Zeppos' leadership. Read MoreAug 14, 2019
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What’s On My Mind
Chancellor Zeppos shared his reflections on Vanderbilt and higher education in his "What's On My Mind" column. Read MoreAug 14, 2019
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Strong Foundations
Vanderbilt University continues to build upon a strong foundation laid by generations of top-achieving students, renowned faculty, dedicated staff and a supportive community of alumni and friends. View Vanderbilt's 2018-19 annual report highlighting Chancellor Zeppos’ final year leading the university. Read MoreAug 14, 2019
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OpEd: How Chancellor Zeppos transformed Vanderbilt
Zeppos changed the Vanderbilt campus, university financial aid and much more, all for the better, writes Vanderbilt Trustee Emeritus Michael Ainslie in "The Tennessean." Read MoreAug 14, 2019
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Dear Chancellor Zeppos
Following the news that Chancellor Zeppos planned to step down, many Vanderbilt alumni, parents and supporters of the university reached out with letters of gratitude and well wishes. Read MoreAug 14, 2019
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Vanderbilt mathematician played key role in moon landing
This article was originally published on the Department of Mathematics’ website in 2009 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the moon landing. Richard Arenstorf, professor emeritus of mathematics, died in 2014. Richard Arenstorf The U.S. is celebrating the moon landing that occured 40 years ago on July 20,… Read MoreJul 18, 2019
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Say goodbye to Carmichael Tower 3 with a BOOM! Limited-edition implosion merchandise available
On July 27, Carmichael West Tower 3 will go “boom!” The implosion marks the end of an era, and also a fresh start—making way for new living-learning residential colleges. Check out vu.edu/towers, where you can watch a livestream of the event and buy limited-edition merchandise that will benefit exciting future developments. Read MoreJul 17, 2019
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Our favorite #vandygram of the week
We love it when our students meet up over the summer – that’s why this is our favorite #vandygram of the week! Where are your summer adventures taking you? Share your Vanderbilt connections by tagging them #vandygram. Read MoreJul 12, 2019
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Chancellor’s Letter: What Comes Next
It has been an honor to serve you during these past 11 years, and to devote more than three decades of my life to an institution so capable of driving enormous change. Read MoreMay 23, 2019
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Dear Chancellor Zeppos: Readers offer their gratitude and well wishes
Following the news that Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos plans to step down in August, many Vanderbilt alumni, parents, and supporters of the university reached out with letters of gratitude and well wishes. Below are just a few of the numerous messages received in the weeks since the announcement was made. Read MoreMay 23, 2019
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In the Weeds: Vanderbilt alumni and researchers are working to understand the wider implications of marijuana use
Bernie Ellis, BA’71, heard the helicopters before he saw them. Within minutes they converged, whirring, over his blueberry farm south of Nashville, as 10 federal agents drove up in four-wheelers. The moment he had always feared had arrived: He was being raided. Read MoreMay 23, 2019
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Heart of Gold: Remarkable life of David Williams II celebrated
David Williams II was remembered as a courageous vice chancellor, outstanding athletics director, brilliant law professor, and devoted husband and father during a celebration of life service Feb. 15. Read MoreMay 23, 2019
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Call of Duty: Q&A with Gary H. Cheek
Gary H. Cheek, a retired U.S. Army lieutenant general, joined Vanderbilt in April to direct the newly created Bass Military Scholars Program, established in 2018 with a $25 million gift from the Lee and Ramona Bass Foundation. Read MoreMay 23, 2019
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Chancellor’s Lecture Series: President George W. Bush
President George W. Bush spent the day at Vanderbilt on March 11, surprising a history class and visiting a student veterans club before speaking to a capacity crowd at Langford Auditorium that evening. Read MoreMay 23, 2019