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Vanderbilt Mail Services is expanding its parcel locker system at the Station B Post Office in Rand Hall, nearly doubling the number of lockers available to students, faculty and staff. Construction to install the new lockers will begin the week after Commencement and is expected to be… Read More

Undergraduate research is a defining experience at Vanderbilt, providing students the opportunity to think critically, apply their knowledge, and engage in the scientific process. However, students also grow in unexpected ways beyond just technical skills they learn in the lab. Read More

Mark your calendars—Giving Day is coming in hot on April 10, and we’re going bigger than ever with our first-ever I ⚓ VU Week, happening April 7–11. Each day brings a new way to celebrate Commodore pride, give back and show the world what it means to be #VU4Life.  Read More

On Tuesday, March 4—likely the breeziest day of the year—more than 300 students gathered on Alumni Lawn for a pre-spring break event hosted by Vanderbilt Student Affairs. The lunchtime event promoted student wellness and helped them de-stress from midterms. Read More

In January, 41 Vanderbilt students traveled to New York City for an exclusive Finance Trek hosted by the Vanderbilt Career Center. Participation in this trek required completion of the Vandy in Finance Preparation Pathway program. The trek provided students a powerful opportunity to engage directly with top financial institutions, gaining insights into investment banking, asset management and other finance sectors while making meaningful connections with industry professionals. Read More

Check out winning images from the 2024 Study Abroad Photo Contest submitted by Vanderbilt students studying, researching and engaging around the globe. Read More

In a new innovative study conducted by the Vanderbilt Climate, Health, and Energy Equity Lab, four undergraduate students and three faculty researchers identified a new approach to reduce the health inequalities of energy cost burdens and greenhouse gas emissions. Read More

Estonia’s Ambassador to the United States, Kristjan Prikk, engaged students at Vanderbilt on Oct. 2 during a lively classroom discussion on the future of European security and democracy. The event, hosted by the Max Kade Center for European and German Studies, was part of Visiting Associate Professor Alexander Schmidt’s European Cultural History course. Read More

In celebration of our graduates, Graduates Day will take place on Thursday, May 8. Vanderbilt University Commencement will be held on Friday, May 9.   Read More

Did you know that Vanderbilt's West End Neighborhood was re-imagined into a more inclusive, sustainable community? Here are five things that you might not know about the West End Neighborhood.   Read More

Shop the 2024 Vanderbilt Holiday Gift Guide online through Dec. 31. Read More

What you need to know Vanderbilt is offering an updated master of education program through the Innovative Design and Technology in Education (IDeaTE) program, formerly Learning and Design. Students will gain knowledge and skills for careers in designing learning environments, leveraging new technology, and using analytics to assess effectiveness. Read More

International Education Week, a joint initiative of the U.S. Departments of Education and State celebrating international education, will be Nov. 18–22. Each year, campuses across the U.S. mark IEW through programming and events that highlight the importance of international education and exchange. The event type is flexible, but each event should be related to international education, international/cultural exchange, and/or living in a global environment. Proposals submitted by student organizations are especially encouraged.   Read More

Vanderbilt has expanded access to clean energy in the Southeast through a collaboration with Clearloop. The university community is invited to learn more at the campus celebrations Oct. 15–16.  Read More

Residential Colleges invites all Vanderbilt faculty, students and staff to nominate a book for the Campus Reading for the Class of 2029; next year’s theme is Stories that Connect Us.   Read More

The first debate, 'Vanderbilt Insight Debate on Institutional Neutrality,' will be held on Sept. 25 at 6 p.m. in the Seigenthaler Center Forum Room. The topic will delve into whether Vanderbilt should maintain its policy of institutional neutrality. Registration using your Vanderbilt email address is required to attend. Read More

The Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries announce the 2024–25 McCord Graduate Library Fellowship, an opportunity to work under the mentorship of Vanderbilt professional librarians or archivists. The fellowship is designed to enhance the learning experience for graduate and professional students, providing a unique opportunity to engage in inquiry-based and experiential learning related to a variety of topics in libraries and the information sciences. Read More

Vanderbilt engineering students Rais Nurhidajat, Jonathan Zak, Leo Brenes, and graduate student Andrew Noonan gained invaluable aerospace career experience this summer at the Vanderbilt Aerospace Design Laboratory. Their project, developing an autorotative lander, advanced their technical skills and provided a springboard for their future careers in the aerospace industry. Read More

While practicing public interest law upon graduation has become more popular amongst law students, it still falls outside of the status quo. Assistant Dean and Martha Craig Daughtrey Director for Public Interest Beth Cruz, in partnership with the Career Services Office, held an informational panel for Vanderbilt Law students interested in practicing public interest law after graduation. The panel offered guidance on how to navigate an interest or passion for public interest law as a current or prospective law student.  Read More

The sustainability challenge encourages students to sign up for ReusePass and actively use reusable containers at dining locations. Points will be awarded based on how many signups and full cycle container returns each house completes throughout the academic year. This initiative not only supports a greener campus but also helps students build lasting sustainable habits. Read More