The Vanderbilt Story
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Senior releases debut novel as an e-book
An avid reader and lover of fantasy novels, Vanderbilt senior Dean Balaes decided there was no better way to channel his passion than to write a book. His first novel, “The Rise of the Ancients,” was published electronically with Amazon online this fall and follows the adventures of a modern-day… Read MoreOct 14, 2014
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Q&A with fashion entrepreneur Danielle Snyder
Danielle Snyder headed to New York City to pursue a career in fashion after graduating from Vanderbilt in 2007. After a few years, she and her sister Jodie co-founded the jewelry line DANNIJO that is now sold in department stores around the world, but Nashville still remains in her heart. Read MoreOct 13, 2014
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Dan the Mac Man
While growing up in Cleveland, Ohio, Dan Stephenson, CEO and founder of Dan’s Gourmet Mac & Cheese, loved nothing more than experimenting in the kitchen with his brother. Six years after graduating a semester early from Vanderbilt in 2006, with a degree in economics and corporate strategy, Stphenson was able… Read MoreOct 11, 2014
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Our favorite photos of the week
Whether it was Reunion/Homecoming fun – the Commodore Quake, a visit from Bill Nye the Science Guy and more – or the arrival of fall on campus, there were lots of great photos shared by the Vanderbilt community this week. Take a look at our favorite #vandygrams. Got a great… Read MoreOct 10, 2014
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Commodore pole vaulter qualifies for American Ninja Warrior
Commodore pole vaulter becomes third woman to qualify for American Ninja Warrior Read MoreOct 9, 2014
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These Doctors Mean Business: Med school graduates contributing in non-clinical roles
While patient care is an important part of the careers of the majority of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine graduates, some find that they can make the greatest leadership contributions in non-clinical roles. “The solid foundation that these graduates have received in the art and science of medicine allows them… Read MoreSep 18, 2014
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Senior Anna Watt raises funds to bring clean water to the Sahel region in Africa
Senior Anna Watt carries a large yellow diesel can around campus, raising funds to bring clean water to the Sahel region in Africa Read MoreSep 18, 2014
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Meet Rivka Ihejirika, a third-year medical student from Los Angeles
Rivka Ihejirika is a third-year medical student from Los Angeles. She is the recipient of the Cornelius Vanderbilt Scholarship and the James Edward Holloran Scholarship, established by the Class of 1980. Read MoreSep 17, 2014
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Our favorite photos of the week
Family Weekend, Commodore football, 9/11 remembrances and more are included in our favorite photos of the week. Share your photos by tagging them #vandygram. Read MoreSep 14, 2014
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VUCast: Bully Battle
In this VUCast: See a trauma physician's innovative way to stop bullying; why your brain only needs a little junk food to be satisfied; and two reason why Vanderbilt is happy. Watch now! Read MoreSep 10, 2014
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Treblemakin’ with Ted
While most Vanderbilt students were tucked away in cubicles, taking summer classes or catching up on sleep, senior Ted Moock spent his summer shooting takes through the night with the cast of “Pitch Perfect 2” and sharing fondue with the film’s star, Anna Kendrick. Read MoreAug 22, 2014
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The evolution of Adam Butler
Before Adam Butler was a happy-go-lucky starting SEC defensive lineman, there was a two-year period in which he didn’t think football would even be in his future. Read MoreAug 21, 2014
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Life after the Last Drop
For the past three years, Anne Alukonis and Emma “Auntie” Jean have been the faces of Last Drop Coffee Shop, serving up encouragement and banter alongside caffeine. However, this year Alukonis, affectionately known by students as Ms. Anne, will no longer be at Last Drop. Read MoreAug 20, 2014
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VUCast Extra: Move In 2014 – It’s anything but common
Vanderbilt's first-year students came from all over the country and the world to move into The Martha Rivers Ingram Commons. Relive the magic of Move In 2014. Read MoreAug 16, 2014
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Broadway Melody: Composer turns story into song
Perseverance is a trait ingrained in Madeline Myers. In January the 2011 graduate of the Blair School of Music won the first Ken Davenport Songwriting Contest in New York City. The contest, sponsored by Davenport, who produced the 2013 Tony Award winner for Best Musical, Kinky Boots, served as a showcase… Read MoreAug 1, 2014
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Flight Path: A highflying merger has put Doug Parker, MBA’86, at the controls of the world’s largest airline
One hundred years ago pilot Tony Jannus made history when he flew a biplane from Tampa, Fla., to neighboring St. Petersburg. By all accounts the flight itself was unremarkable. There were no speed or distance records broken that day, nor feats of aerial acrobatics. In fact, the plane was in… Read MoreJul 31, 2014
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Perfect Taste: Amy Christine Ellis, BA’96
Like the vineyards that produce the classic vintages she adores, Amy Christine Ellis’ palate has been carefully cultivated for years. Recently, she was named a master of wine by the Institute of Masters of Wine—one of only 312 people to hold that title worldwide, and one of only 10 women… Read MoreJul 29, 2014
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Director’s Cut: Piper Hendricks, BS’99
A disappointing court decision led attorney Piper Hendricks to an unusual change of career—documentary filmmaking—with a little help from a nun. “I was working in international human rights litigation,” recalls Hendricks, “and was handling cases against corporations, including one against [a tire manufacturer] for using child labor in Liberia. It… Read MoreJul 28, 2014
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The Uplifting Project builds schools in impoverished nations
Alumna cultivated her passion for service while at Peabody. Read MoreJul 25, 2014
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Nora Tyson, BA’79, is one of StyleBlueprint.com’s FACES of the South
StyleBlueprint.com profiles 2012 Vanderbilt University Distinguished Alumna Nora Tyson, BA’79, and her rise to vice admiral and deputy commander of United States Fleet Forces Command. Read MoreJul 24, 2014