Summer 2022
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UPDATED: School of Medicine invests in future of health care with Dean’s Scholarship Challenge
At the beginning of 2022, the School of Medicine launched a $5 million Dean’s Scholarship Challenge to help ensure that tomorrow’s leaders in medicine are educated at Vanderbilt. The success of the early months of the effort has prompted the university to boost the available matching funds by $5 million. Read MoreAug 2, 2022
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How the V Evolved
In March, Vanderbilt University launched a refreshed visual identity designed to reflect the university’s forward momentum and to build pride and visibility across the institution, including its athletics program.”As we prepare to celebrate our 150th anniversary next year, it’s time for Vanderbilt to sharpen our expression of who we are… Read MoreJul 8, 2022
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How to Enjoy Vanderbilt’s Arboretum: Expert advice from Vanderbilt landscape architect James Moore
As steward of Vanderbilt's arboretum, University Landscape Architect James Moore works not only to beautify campus and preserve its botanical diversity, but also to study the resilience of campus trees to disease and better understand how they absorb heat and stormwater for midtown Nashville. Read MoreJul 8, 2022
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Daring to Grow: ‘Together, we are building The Great University of the 21st Century’
The spirit of “daring to grow” is inherent to our Vanderbilt way of life, and it extends to every member of our community. It is behind every groundbreaking discovery made by our faculty members, whether in the laboratory, clinic or conference room or within a single line of music or stroke of paint. It lives among our coaches and student-athletes as they continually raise the bar for their own accomplishments. It is exemplified by our staff members, whose dedication to our collaborative culture of excellence helps to create the environment in which we all thrive. And it is especially present among our alumni as they help one another to strive for, and achieve, new ambitions. At Vanderbilt, we learn for life. Read MoreJul 1, 2022
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The Front Lines of Forgiveness: Death row classroom experience challenges assumptions about mercy, justice
In two unique courses offered by the Divinity School, students explore issues around incarceration and punishment alongside 14 death row inmates at Tennessee’s Riverbend Maximum Security Institution. Read MoreJun 23, 2022
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Richard Batey, BD’58, PhD’61: Sepphoris Scholar
The research of New Testament scholar Richard Batey, BD'58, PhD'61, into the ancient city of Sepphoris in Galilee broadens ideas about Jesus and gives a new perspective for understanding the Gospels. Read MoreJun 8, 2022
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Leaving a Legacy, Not an Impact: How Natural Burial Can Extend Our Values Long After We’re Gone
The topic of burial is never easy, but for alumna Mallory McDuff, BS'88, the sudden deaths of her parents led her to realign her final wishes with climate change, community and family in mind. Read MoreJun 6, 2022
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Curated Casting: Alum creates Castability app to aid actors in the subjective process of auditioning
Jay Boyer, BA’95, is the founder and CEO of Castability, an app designed to demystify the art—or perhaps the science—of casting actors in productions. Read MoreMay 23, 2022
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Marice Moylan Wolfe, MLS’77: University Archivist and Head of Special Collections
Marice Wolfe, of Nashville, the first woman to serve as Vanderbilt’s university archivist, died Jan. 3. She was 86. Read MoreApr 27, 2022
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Gilbert S. Merritt Jr., JD’60: Federal Judge
Gilbert Stroud Merritt Jr., of Nashville, died Jan. 17. He was 86. A Nashville native, he was a major figure in the legal community in Nashville and the state of Tennessee, and he served as a federal judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit for 44 years. Read MoreApr 27, 2022
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Yusef Harris ’83: Entrepreneur and Community Builder
Joseph “Yusef” Fontaine Harris III, founder and owner of Alkebu-Lan Images, Nashville’s only independent, Black-owned bookstore and a cornerstone of the North Nashville community for more than 35 years, died Jan. 3. Read MoreApr 27, 2022
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Joyce Searcy, MS’78: Making Libraries Accessible
Joyce Searcy grew up in segregated Yazoo City, Mississippi, where going to the public library would have meant entering through its back door. Today she is the first Black person to serve as chair of the Nashville Public Library board. Read MoreApr 22, 2022
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Starting Blocks: Althea Thomas looks to build the track and field program into something special
Althea Thomas has hit the ground running as she looks to build the track and field program into something special. Read MoreApr 20, 2022
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Where Commodores Come Together: As Dudley Field awaits new upgrades, past renovations served to gather the Vanderbilt community
As Vandy United’s $300 million athletics investment campaign upgrades Vanderbilt Stadium and enhances the fan experience, the goal is the same as it was a century ago. From concerts to commencements to presidential speeches and to football games that still define autumn, the stadium remains a place for the Vanderbilt community to come together and celebrate. Read MoreApr 20, 2022
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Michael Brasseur, BS’97: From Vandy Commodore to Actual Commodore
In his long U.S. Navy career, Michael Brasseur, BS'97, has had numerous command postings, including his latest as a full commodore. Based in Bahrain, he commands Task Force 59, the Navy’s first unmanned task force dedicated to securing the waters around the Arabian Peninsula. He directs a team dedicated to rapidly harnessing the power of unmanned and artificial intelligence integration to promote the free flow of commerce in the area. Read MoreApr 19, 2022
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A Life’s Work: Kate Daniels has built a writing and teaching career by combining a focus on healing and artistic expression
Kate Daniels has long been captivated by the connection between writing and the healing process. After earning her bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia, Daniels worked as a nurse’s aide at UVA Medical Center while she was in the process of applying to graduate school. The job was grueling,… Read MoreApr 11, 2022
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Dr. Erika Dillard, BS’01: Biomedical Entrepreneur
Dr. Erika Dillard, BS’01, received her M.D./Ph.D. from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, then founded Memphis-based PopCheck Technologies Inc., which uses artificial intelligence-driven monitoring technology to help prevent clots in surgical patients recovering at home. Read MoreApr 5, 2022
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Interns for Laughs: Carsen Smith, BA’18, finds ways to make room for girls in comedy
Carsen Smith, BA'18, is the co-author of "Alien Summer #1" with James S. Murray of TV's "Impractical Jokers." The book, released March 15 by Penguin, is a middle grade reader and the first in a sci-fi series with female characters at the forefront and a tone that’s more funny than scary. Read MoreMar 24, 2022
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Mentor network at the Wond’ry gives direction to entrepreneurial dreams
Meet three Vanderbilt community members and entrepreneurs who are thriving with help from the mentor network at the Wond’ry, Vanderbilt’s Innovation Center. Read MoreMar 23, 2022