Career Center
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First View Mentorship Program: A welcoming network for first-generation students
Vanderbilt’s First View Mentorship Program, a collaborative initiative led by the Office of Undergraduate Education, the Student Center for Belonging and Communities, the Career Center, and student organizations such as First-Generation and/or Low-Income Grads and FirstVU, which are dedicated to celebrating and empowering first-generation students. The program is designed to make each student’s journey one of connection, guidance and belonging. Read MoreSep 18, 2025
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Sevilla to step down as vice provost for career advancement and engagement
Alex Sevilla, vice provost for career advancement and engagement, announced his plans to step down from his role, effective June 30. Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief of Staff in the Office of the Provost Kosha Tucker will oversee the Office of Career Advancement and Engagement in an interim capacity during the transition. Read MoreApr 24, 2025
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Bringing Vanderbilt to the world: Students embark on Finance Trek to New York City
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 MoreFeb 24, 2025
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Dress for Success: Commodore Closet provides students professional attire at no cost
Vanderbilt students now have access to free professional clothing, thanks to the launch of the Commodore Closet. This resource helps students prepare for interviews, career fairs and other professional events without the financial burden of purchasing clothes. Read MoreNov 15, 2024
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Vanderbilt, Microsoft urge grad students, postdocs to think broadly about national security challenges
After the launch of the Institute of National Security, graduate students and postdoctoral scholars joined a special panel with Microsoft and institute leaders titled “Interdisciplinary Thought Leadership Across the Security Landscape.” The panel featured two experts from Microsoft—Vishal Amin, general manager of security solutions, and Lili Davoudian, director of technical sales—in conversation with institute Executive Director Douglas Adams Read MoreNov 12, 2024
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WATCH: VU Staff Q&A Series – Chad Novak, Residential Colleges
In a series on the Vanderbilt Instagram account, students can get to know some of the dedicated staff who play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for them. This installment features Chad Novak, program coordinator with Residential Colleges. Read MoreAug 19, 2024
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April’s Away program connects graduate students, postdocs with Nashville resources
Vanderbilt graduate students and postdoctoral scholars met with leaders at four high-profile Nashville destinations through April’s Away, a Career Center program to connect them with local employers and alumni with advanced degrees and insights into the worlds of academia, arts and business. Read MoreJun 11, 2024
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WATCH: VU Staff Q&A Series – Destiny Rumble, Career Center
In a series on the Vanderbilt Instagram account, students can get to know some of the dedicated staff who play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for them. This installment features Destiny Rumble, assistant director of immersive experiences and treks at the Vanderbilt Career Center. Read MoreMay 6, 2024
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Graduate School’s fall career colloquium provides insights, headshots, connections
The Graduate School hosted a Fall Career Colloquium, co-sponsored by the Career Center and International Student and Scholar Services. Faculty, alumni and industry experts came together to share tools and knowledge to help empower graduate students to excel in their future careers. Read MoreOct 30, 2023
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Levy gift to establish endowment for Vanderbilt undergraduate internships
A $5 million gift from Robert M. Levy, BA’72, and his wife, Diane vS. Levy, to Vanderbilt University will provide internship stipends for deserving undergraduate students and seek additional giving through a challenge match. Read MoreSep 20, 2022
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Stop and Wond’ry: Explore careers focused on problem-solving on Aug. 29
One of the world’s most gifted problem solvers comes to the Wond’ry on Monday, Aug. 29, to share his journey with students considering unique career paths. Read MoreAug 25, 2022
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Rare Distinctions: Two alumni awarded prestigious international scholarships
Sarena Martinez, BA’16, has been named the 27th Rhodes Scholar in Vanderbilt’s history, and Phillip McGloin, BA’18, has been selected for the Schwarzman Scholars Program in Beijing. Read MoreDec 17, 2019
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College career expert: Four myths about job-hunting in college, and what to do right now
As college students prepare to head home for Thanksgiving, many of them are bracing for a question they may not be able to answer: “What do you want to do after you graduate?” Read MoreOct 26, 2017
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How to Network: Advice from Katharine Brooks
Networking opportunities at Vanderbilt alumni chapter events, along with untold numbers of holiday parties, are right around the corner, so Vanderbilt Magazine reached out to Katharine Brooks, the Evans Family Executive Director of Vanderbilt’s Career Center, for some tips about how to work a cocktail-party crowd. Read MoreNov 20, 2016