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May 12, 2025

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Made for this moment: Vanderbilt Commencement honors the Class of 2025

Graduates celebrate at 2025 Commencement.

Standing before a sea of black mortar boards and colored tassels at GEODIS Park, Chancellor Daniel Diermeier delivered a timely message to the Class of 2025 graduates: “You are made for this moment. You have what it takes to meet it. And meet it you must.” Read More

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WATCH: Chancellor Daniel Diermeier’s 2025 Commencement Address

Chancellor Diermeier addressing audience at 2025 Commencement.

Watch Chancellor Daniel Diermeier speak before a celebratory crowd of graduates and their families at GEODIS Park on May 9. Read More

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Vanderbilt University honors emeritus and emerita faculty

Emerita and emeritus faculty are honored GEODIS Park during Vanderbilt University Commencement on May 9, 2025.

Vanderbilt University honored 32 retiring faculty members on May 9 for their years of service by bestowing upon them the title of emerita or emeritus faculty during Vanderbilt’s Commencement ceremony at GEODIS Park. Two outgoing deans also were recognized for service to the university. Read More

Collage of images of 2025 Vanderbilt graduates.

Can we get a little commotion for the grads?! 📣

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