Facilities
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Vanderbilt “AnchorAlerts” system will streamline construction communication
Vanderbilt University’s Division of Real Estate, Facilities and Development has launched a two-way communication system to improve how construction updates are shared and how feedback is collected. Read MoreJul 21, 2026
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Hawkins Field project celebrates milestone with topping out ceremony
Members of the Vanderbilt community gathered at Hawkins Field on Tuesday, June 16, to celebrate the topping out of its new right-field structure. The addition will house private suites, premium seating, two new bars and a new player pitching lab for the stadium that opened in 2002. Read MoreJun 18, 2026
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Garland Avenue to close for utility installation; parking and bus routes affected
The western end of Garland Avenue will close from Monday, June 22, through Monday, Nov. 9, as crews install new thermal, storm, sanitary, electrical and telecommunications utilities. Read MoreJun 17, 2026
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Kickoff to summer construction
Beginning this month, there will be multiple road closures and blasting operations as construction advances on the Stevenson Center 6, Central Utilities Initiative, Central Neighborhood Residential Colleges and Peabody Residential College projects. Read MoreMay 11, 2026
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Vanderbilt announces Earth Month events, invites community to get involved
Vanderbilt University will celebrate Earth Month throughout April with a series of hands‑on activities, tours and campus collaborations designed to highlight sustainability efforts and engage students, faculty, staff and community members. Read MoreMar 19, 2026
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Vanderbilt to build new residential college on The Ingram Commons
Vanderbilt University will embark on an expansion of The Martha Rivers Ingram Commons on the Peabody campus, to open for the start of the 2027–28 academic year. Read MoreNov 13, 2025
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Vanderbilt welcomes ESPN College GameDay: What to know about parking on campus
To accommodate the ESPN College GameDay broadcast, parking adjustments will be in place from now through Sunday, Oct. 26. Here’s what the Vanderbilt community should know. Read MoreOct 23, 2025
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Vehicle, pedestrian route changes start Monday, Oct. 6, near Central Neighborhood
A series of sidewalk and roadway closures will begin on Monday, Oct. 6, in Vanderbilt’s Central Neighborhood. Whether you are walking, biking or driving, take time to chart a course that will make navigating campus a breeze. Read MoreOct 2, 2025
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A visionary building for the future: Garland Hall opens its doors after transformative renovation, addition
The College of Arts and Science is ushering in a new era with the opening of the renovated and expanded Garland Hall. The welcoming, visionary space serves as a central hub for collaboration across the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences. Read MoreSep 18, 2025
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Campus transformation updates: Garland Hall and FirstBank Stadium south end zone completion and more
While students and faculty were away this summer, Vanderbilt’s Facilities department was hard at work on several campus construction projects. Read MoreAug 25, 2025
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Carl Rodrigues named Vanderbilt’s inaugural vice chancellor for real estate, facilities and development
Carl Rodrigues, a dynamic leader in real estate and economic development, has been announced as Vanderbilt University’s first vice chancellor for real estate, facilities and development. He will begin his tenure on a part-time basis on Sept. 1 and transition to a full-time role beginning Nov. 1. Read MoreJul 30, 2025
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Road closures on 18th Avenue South and Edgehill Avenue for utility upgrades
Portions of 18th Avenue South and Edgehill Avenue will be partially or completely closed for the installation of upgraded sewer and underground utilities. Read MoreJul 2, 2025
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Series of single-lane, full road closures planned near Roberts Academy construction site
To allow for installation of upgraded sewer and underground utilities, a series of single-lane and full road closures will occur along 18th Avenue South and Edgehill Avenue. Read MoreJun 2, 2025
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17th Avenue single-lane, sidewalk planned mid-April through early June
One lane of 17th Avenue between DeFord Bailey (formerly Horton) and Edgehill avenues will be closed from Monday, April 28, to Saturday, June 7. This work is to separate the storm and sewer lines and install a new sewer line to support the Roberts Academy and Dyslexia Center building. Read MoreApr 22, 2025
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New science building to house collaborative space for three Vanderbilt schools and colleges
Radical collaboration is the driving vision for the state-of the-art science building planned for the current site of Stevenson Center 6. The new building will be a shared space for the College of Arts and Science, the School of Engineering and the School of Medicine Basic Sciences; it will address the growing need for updated, accessible and sustainable facilities that offer space for an open exchange of ideas. Read MoreApr 10, 2025
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WATCH: VU Staff Q&A Series – Ryan Lemons, University Facilities
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 Ryan Lemons, welder and pipefitter for the power plant, who is with University Facilities. Read MoreApr 3, 2025
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Utility worked planned along 24th Avenue, new temporary roadway to open
To allow for two-way traffic, a new roadway will open April 7 to connect 24th Avenue South to Garland Avenue. The new roadway is located just between the former University Club and McTyeire Hall. Vehicles: 24th Avenue South will still be accessible from Vanderbilt… Read MoreMar 31, 2025
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Mayfield to undergo urgent utility repairs
Mayfield, a part of Housing and Residential Experience’s Living Learning Program, will be undergoing emergency utility repairs from March 31 through August 2025. Read MoreMar 31, 2025
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Series of lane closures planned near Roberts Academy construction site
A series of road and lane closures are planned near the Roberts Academy construction site starting on Monday, April 7, to conduct underground utility work. Read MoreMar 27, 2025
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25th Avenue South to close March 8–16 for final paving and striping
25th Avenue South will be closed from Garland Avenue to Children’s Way starting Saturday, March 8, to Sunday, March 16, to conduct final paving and painting on the roadway. Strategically scheduled during… Read MoreFeb 27, 2025