AI propaganda has arrived; Vanderbilt experts call for action
Vanderbilt researchers Brett V. Benson and Brett J. Goldstein uncovered evidence of a Chinese government-linked AI propaganda campaign, revealing unprecedented scale and precision in influence operations. The work reflects the university’s growing role in addressing urgent global security challenges.Read More
ATHLETICS
Dores host Bruins on Wyatt Lawn for home opener
Vanderbilt volleyball opens the home portion of its 2025 schedule Friday with Match 1 vs. Belmont, presented by Vanderbilt Health. First serve is set for 7 p.m. and will be broadcast on the SEC Network. Following the match, country music artist and Vanderbilt alumna Julia Cole will perform a concert on the lawn.Read More
DARE TO GROW
Vanderbilt University celebrates record-breaking fundraising year, unprecedented impact
Spurred by the steadfast momentum of the Dare to Grow campaign and the generous support of the Vanderbilt community, the 2025 fiscal year was the strongest year of fundraising in Vanderbilt University’s 152-year history. In addition to raising $345 million in new commitments, the university also exceeded its ambitious goal to engage 100,000 alumni through the campaign’s call to “Give, Go, Help, Share.”Read More
Welcome Week 2025 was packed with celebrations, events and opportunities for students to connect. Check out some of the highlights! 💛🖤⚓️
This Week at VU
Aug. 26, 2025 Noon–12:30 p.m. • Alumni Lawn Flagpole
Axios: Foreign disinformation enters AI-powered era Paul M. Nakasone, Distinguished Research Professor of Engineering Science and Management and founding director of the Institute of National Security, is quoted. Research from Brett Goldstein, research professor of engineering science and management, and Brett Benson, associate professor of political science, is cited.
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