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Celebrate Constitution Day with the Heard Libraries on Sept. 17
The Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries will host a pair of events on Wednesday, Sept. 17, to celebrate Constitution Day. The primary purpose of Constitution Day is to commemorate the signing of the U.S. Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787, by delegates to the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, and to promote a deeper understanding of this foundational document and its significance to American government. Read MoreSep 4, 2025
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Read the latest ‘ON THE HILL’ government relations report
ON THE HILL is a report produced by the Division of Government and Community Relations summarizing activity at all three levels of government, as outlined by the Vanderbilt Federal Relations, State Government Relations and Local Government Relations teams. Read MoreSep 4, 2025
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Vanderbilt Innovation Catalyst Fund continues advancing research with new review committee
The Vanderbilt Innovation Catalyst Fund, launched in 2023, bridges the gap between academic research and real-world applications by supporting projects with commercial and societal potential. To date, the fund has completed six award cycles, distributing 39 grants to VU and VUMC awardees across diverse disciplines. Read MoreSep 4, 2025
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Transatlantic collaboration: Vanderbilt, Liverpool award first joint research seed grants
Vanderbilt University and England’s University of Liverpool have announced the inaugural recipients of a new joint seed grant program, which supports faculty teams pursuing innovative projects designed to grow into larger collaborations and external funding. Read MoreSep 4, 2025
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Vanderbilt to retire DUO multifactor authentication Sept. 22, 2025
Vanderbilt University will retire the DUO multifactor authentication service on Sept. 22, 2025, completing a key milestone in the university’s transition to OneVU and Okta Verify. Read MoreSep 4, 2025
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Vanderbilt launches Enterprise AI and Computing Innovation Studio
Vanderbilt University has established the Enterprise AI and Computing Innovation Studio, a groundbreaking collaboration between VUIT, the Amplify Generative AI Innovation Center and the Data Science Institute. Read MoreSep 3, 2025
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Fall faculty assembly reveals ‘Grow with Vanderbilt’ as guiding theme for academic year
Vanderbilt faculty filled the Student Life Center for the 2025 Fall Faculty Assembly on Aug. 28, listening as Chancellor Daniel Diermeier and Provost C. Cybele Raver lauded their achievements and dedication to students. Faculty Senate Chair Tyler Barrett opened this year’s assembly, encouraging the room to “Grow with Vanderbilt,” the faculty theme for the 2025–26 academic year. Read MoreSep 3, 2025
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Provost’s Faculty Immersion Grant empowers student and faculty collaborations
During the spring and summer of 2025, 70 professors from eight schools and colleges led Immersion Vanderbilt cohorts funded by the Provost's Faculty Immersion Grant, mentoring a total of 494 students as they participated in experiential learning opportunities. Faculty recipients identified cohorts of two or more students and advised them in completing immersive experiences and culminating projects for Immersion Vanderbilt. Read MoreAug 28, 2025
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Everything you need to know about living off-campus
While many students live on Vanderbilt’s campus, a number of undergraduate students—and all graduate and professional students—make their homes off campus. Living off campus offers new opportunities, along with added responsibilities. As you navigate your new homes, learn more about how you can stay supported, informed and connected to all that Vanderbilt has to offer. Read MoreAug 28, 2025
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NEW FACULTY: New professors on why they’re excited to be part of Vanderbilt
Meet some of Vanderbilt's newest faculty as they explain why Vanderbilt is the right academic home for them. Read MoreAug 27, 2025
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Vanderbilt launches Get Connected volunteer platform to strengthen campus-community connection
With just a few clicks, Vanderbilt students, faculty and staff can connect with volunteer opportunities across Nashville, thanks to the university’s new Get Connected platform. Read MoreAug 25, 2025
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PHOTOS: Vanderbilt packs Welcome Week with food, festivities and friendliness
Welcome Week 2025 was packed with celebrations, events and opportunities for students to connect. Check out some of the highlights! Read MoreAug 25, 2025
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Osher Lifelong Learning Institute announces courses for fall 2025
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Vanderbilt is offering an inspiring lineup of fall courses and activities that reflect the spirit of lifelong learning and connection. Whether you’re diving into science, literature, music or exploring global perspectives through the highly requested new course on India, you’ll find something to spark your curiosity. Read MoreAug 25, 2025
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AI propaganda has arrived; Vanderbilt experts call for action
Vanderbilt researchers 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 MoreAug 25, 2025
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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 MoreAug 25, 2025
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Campus transformation updates: Garland Hall and FirstBank Stadium south end zone completion and more
While students and faculty were away this summer, Vanderbilt’s Facilities department was hard at work on several campus construction projects. Read MoreAug 25, 2025
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Welcome Week 2025: Top Social Media Moments
1.) Lil Sibs at Move-In A few Commodore siblings took a moment to share their thoughts about Vanderbilt in these mini mic interviews. 2.) We’re on cloud’29 Move-In 2025, but make it ✨cinematic. 3.) Founders Walk Frames Students captured the… Read MoreAug 25, 2025
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Everything you need to know about health and well-being support at Vanderbilt
Are you searching for health and well-being resources for yourself or another Vanderbilt student? Vanderbilt staff are ready to provide you with support and care. Read MoreAug 21, 2025
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Improving Financial Stress: Causes, Signs and Solutions
Stress is a part of life. And one stressor that’s front and center for many of us right now is money. Money provides access to necessities and opportunities, but it’s also a common source of anxiety. With a few key tips, you can learn to manage financial stress and have a healthier relationship with money that promotes financial stability and supports your mental and emotional well-being. Read MoreAug 21, 2025
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Football opener celebrates One Night, One City, One Vanderbilt with complimentary tickets for faculty, staff and students
Vanderbilt faculty, staff and students are eligible to receive complimentary tickets for the football team’s season opener against Charleston Southern at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 30, celebrating the exciting next chapter for head coach Clark Lea’s Commodores and a community that lives, works and cheers together. Read MoreAug 21, 2025