Experience Vanderbilt
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Vanderbilt’s Dare to Grow campaign reaches unprecedented $3.2B goal nearly two years early, establishing launching pad for bolder, more far-reaching impact
The Dare to Grow campaign, which was launched publicly in spring 2023, has eclipsed its $3.2 billion fundraising goal 20 months ahead of its target date of June 30, 2026, underscoring the generosity of donors, widespread enthusiasm for the university’s vision and boundless potential for the future. The news is both a celebration and a call to action as Vanderbilt looks ahead to deepening its impact in Nashville, across the nation and around the world. Read MoreNov 11, 2024
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2024 Volunteer Leadership Weekend showcases gratitude for alumni and parent leaders
More than 150 alumni and parent volunteers gathered on campus March 1–2 for Vanderbilt’s seventh annual Volunteer Leadership Weekend. Attendees of the weekend events included representatives from many alumni and parent groups across the university. Read MoreMar 6, 2024
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Vanderbilt Giving Tuesday to emphasize belonging and inclusion
Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday, when Vanderbilt will shine a spotlight on some of the initiatives that help support its incredible and diverse community. Alumni, donors, friends and community members are invited to make a gift to advance belonging and help create an inclusive campus where everyone can grow to their full potential. Read MoreNov 29, 2021
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Alumni Association Board’s philanthropic gifts endow fund supporting undergraduates
Vanderbilt University’s Alumni Association Board recently met its goal of endowing a fund supporting undergraduate students nearly two years ahead of schedule. Board members made gifts and pledges exceeding the initial goal of securing $100,000 in philanthropic support, allowing the fund to begin distributing awards to students this summer. Read MoreApr 21, 2021
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Celebrate Giving Day today with on-campus events and virtual concert
Giving Day is today. The entire Vanderbilt community is encouraged to take part in this 24-hour event to help advance the university’s mission of education, discovery and leadership by making a gift of any size. Read MoreApr 7, 2021
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Vanderbilt Giving Day is April 7
Vanderbilt University’s annual Giving Day will be celebrated this year on Wednesday, April 7. The entire Vanderbilt community is invited to take part in the 24-hour event, which will include challenges throughout the day to amplify impact. Read MoreMar 15, 2021
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Apply now for Experience Vanderbilt funding for the 2020-21 academic year
Applications to receive Experience Vanderbilt funding for the 2020-21 academic year are now being accepted. The application will be open throughout the month of April, closing at 11:45 p.m. CDT on Thursday, April 30. Read MoreApr 15, 2020
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Vanderbilt, American Talent Initiative mark progress in expanding higher-education access
Vanderbilt University’s efforts to improve access to higher education through its alliance with the American Talent Initiative is showing dividends as the initiative reports that it is on track to enroll 50,000 more lower-income students at top colleges and universities by the year 2025. An annual progress update was released by ATI on Feb. 19. Read MoreFeb 21, 2020
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Putting Philanthropy into Practice: McCartney Kay Wilkins, BS’01, and Jay Wilkins, BS’99
The Wilkinses recently made a sizable commitment to Experience Vanderbilt, a program that provides students with need-based financial aid for extracurricular activities that require fees for participation, such as club sports, arts and cultural experiences, Greek life and service trips like Alternative Spring Break. Read MoreFeb 12, 2020
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Apply for Experience Vanderbilt 2020 Executive Board by Jan. 26
Applications for the 2020 Executive Board are now open. All students who are passionate about financial inclusivity are encouraged to apply. Read MoreJan 17, 2020
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Improving financial inclusion and community, one experience at a time
A student-led, university-supported initiative called Experience Vanderbilt is working to minimize the monetary constraints associated with participating in extracurriculars and create more financial inclusion at the university. Read MoreDec 2, 2019
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Experience Vanderbilt funding for 2019-20 open to students
Experience Vanderbilt provides students who qualify for need-based financial aid with up to $500 for extracurricular experiences or an event pass to purchase tickets for on-campus events. The upperclass application for 2019-20 is open until Friday, Sept. 13. The first-year and transfer student application is open Sept. 30-Oct. 18. Read MoreSep 9, 2019
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Experience Vanderbilt funding for 2018-19 open to students
Students eligible for need-based financial aid may apply for and receive up to $500 in Experience Vanderbilt funding to participate in registered student organizations and official university programs. Read MoreAug 31, 2018
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Class of 2016 Sets Record for Senior Class Fund
Before Commencement in May, 1,195 members of the Class of 2016 made gifts to the annual Senior Class Fund, representing a record-high 76 percent participation rate. Read MoreAug 12, 2016