Strategic Plan
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Revised, enhanced limited submissions process launched
The Office of the Provost has revamped the internal process for limited submission opportunities to increase transparency and bolster the competitiveness of submissions. Read MoreSep 7, 2017
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New office to coordinate Immersion Vanderbilt efforts
The Office of Immersion Resources, to be located in the Student Life Center, will be the central support mechanism for students as they plan immersion experiences with faculty and campus partners. Read MoreSep 7, 2017
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$5 million gift from Hoogland family to name Vanderbilt undergraduate business minor
A $5 million commitment from alumni Susan and Keith Hoogland names the university’s new trans-institutional minor for business study the Hoogland Undergraduate Business Program. Read MoreSep 6, 2017
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‘Introducing the Vanderbilt Center for Autism and Innovation’ Sept. 13
Learn about the new Vanderbilt Center for Autism and Innovation from noon to 1 p.m. Sept. 13 at the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center, Room 241. This TIPs-funded initiative is aimed at developing an interdisciplinary model to enhance employment opportunities for individuals on the autism spectrum by identifying strengths and providing supportive and assistive technologies. Read MoreSep 6, 2017
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Search for E. Bronson Ingram College faculty director underway
The search for a faculty director of E. Bronson Ingram College is now underway, in preparation for the new residential college’s fall 2018 opening at the site of the former Vanderbilt and Barnard Halls. In addition, future residential faculty openings are anticipated at The Martha Rivers Ingram Commons. Read MoreSep 6, 2017
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Artificial intelligence thinks like people with autism, used to develop educational tools
Inspired by Temple Grandin, Assistant Professor of Computer Science Maithilee Kunda figured out how to create artificial intelligence that emulates image-based thinking. Read MoreSep 5, 2017
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Undergraduate research fair and poster session Sept. 14
The fourth annual Vanderbilt Undergraduate Research Fair is set for Sept. 14 at the Student Life Center. Read MoreAug 31, 2017
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Faculty Funding and Resource Fair set for Sept. 19
The Office of the Provost will host an open house Tuesday, Sept. 19, to showcase Vanderbilt’s internal funding programs and professional development initiatives available to faculty. Read MoreAug 28, 2017
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Divinity School MOOC course addresses ethical challenge of mass incarceration
Vanderbilt’s latest massive open online course (MOOC), presented by the Divinity School, addresses a central ethical challenge in American society today: mass incarceration. Read MoreAug 25, 2017
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New research on Fragile X syndrome reinforces importance of early detection
New insights into the long-lasting effects of Fragile X syndrome on connections in the brain during early development highlight the importance of early detection and treatment. Read MoreAug 25, 2017
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Eclipse at The Ingram Commons
Watch as the class of 2021 join together to experience a once in a lifetime full solar eclipse on The Ingram Commons. Follow Vanderbilt on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vanderbiltu, on Instagram: http://instagram.com/vanderbiltu and on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanderbilt. See all Vanderbilt social media at http://social.vanderbilt.edu. Read MoreAug 24, 2017
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Vanderbilt University community gathers for VU Eclipse 2017
Vanderbilt University students, faculty, and staff joined together to witness a once-in-a-lifetime event: a total solar eclipse. Read MoreAug 24, 2017
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Academic Strategic Plan continues to blaze path for university’s future course
Entering its fourth year, Vanderbilt University’s Academic Strategic Plan still charts the course for the university’s efforts as it moves forward to address the complex problems facing society. Read MoreAug 23, 2017
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Video: Relive the epic total solar eclipse
Relive Monday's epic total solar eclipse across Vanderbilt's campus through the lenses of Vanderbilt Video. Read MoreAug 23, 2017
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Vanderbilt Move-In 2017
Watch the cheers and the tears as returning Vandy students move in the Class of 2021 at The Martha Rivers Ingram Commons. Read MoreAug 19, 2017
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VUSN and VUMC researchers receive FAANP funding for Choosing Wisely collaborative study
A collaborative project between Vanderbilt University School of Nursing and Vanderbilt University Medical Center has received funding to pilot a project aimed at demonstrating the influence of nurse practitioners in reducing unnecessary testing. Read MoreAug 14, 2017
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VU Athletics Bridge Program helps new student-athletes transition to college life
Thirty-one incoming first-year student-athletes took in instructional sessions on topics ranging from academic integrity and college writing to financial management, networking and mental health as part of Vanderbilt Athletics' Summer Bridge Program. Read MoreAug 10, 2017
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New search committee for VBI director is appointed
A new committee has been named to lead a national search for the Barlow Family Director of the Vanderbilt Brain Institute. Read MoreAug 7, 2017
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Vanderbilt begins Phase 1 trials of new Alzheimer’s drug
Developed at Vanderbilt, VU319 is designed to precisely target a specific neuron receptor associated with cognitive function while avoiding potentially dangerous side effects. Read MoreAug 7, 2017
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Career Center’s Wise Wanderings method teaches students how to translate any major into a career
"We want to provide services that reach students whatever their background is and whatever their interests are in," says Vanderbilt Career Center director Kate Brooks. Read MoreAug 4, 2017