Founders Walk
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Students begin their Vanderbilt journey with traditional Founders Walk
An annual tradition at Vanderbilt, Founders Walk celebrates the moment that first-year, transfer and Next Steps students officially begin their journey as members of the Vanderbilt University community. The celebratory procession, which took place Aug. 18, is the conclusion of Move-In Weekend. Read MoreAug 22, 2024
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Everything you need to know about campus traditions
Since Vanderbilt’s founding in 1873, campus traditions have evolved as the university has grown. Here are a few favorites that highlight community, belonging and history at the university. Read MoreAug 15, 2024
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Incoming students welcomed at Founders Walk, learn ‘The Vanderbilt Way’
First-year, transfer and Next Steps students took part in the Vanderbilt University tradition of Founders Walk on Aug. 20. In a celebratory procession, the students made their way from The Martha Rivers Ingram Commons to Alumni Lawn. Read MoreAug 23, 2023
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Making History Together: Upcoming Sesquicentennial offers opportunity to consider our past, envision our future
Amid the rush of the new academic year, we’re also preparing for a rare opportunity to pause and reflect. In 2023, Vanderbilt will mark the 150th anniversary of our founding—our Sesquicentennial. We’re planning a yearlong commemoration in which our entire Vanderbilt community will be invited to consider our past and, especially, to envision our future. Read MoreNov 7, 2022
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Founders Walk marks beginning of Vanderbilt journey for Class of 2026
First-year, transfer and Next Steps students officially began their journey as members of the Vanderbilt University community during Founders Walk on Aug. 21. Read MoreAug 24, 2022
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Everything you need to know about campus traditions
Vanderbilt University will celebrate the 150th anniversary of its founding next spring. A number of campus traditions have evolved over time as the university has grown. Here are a few favorites that showcase the strong sense of community at Vanderbilt. Read MoreAug 19, 2022
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The Vanderbilt Way: Far-reaching aspirations guide Vanderbilt, even during turbulent year
In my first year as chancellor, I witnessed the extraordinary efforts of everyone in the Vanderbilt community to carry on our mission of scholarship, creative expression and education despite the multiple challenges we faced. It was our proudest moment, but moreover, it clarified my initial impressions of the enduring strength of Vanderbilt’s culture. Read MoreJan 30, 2022
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Everything you need to know about campus traditions
As Vanderbilt has evolved over its nearly 150 years, many favorite traditions have been established to celebrate the diversity and community that make VU special. Read MoreSep 10, 2021
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The Journey Begins: Incoming students welcomed during annual Founders Walk
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier and Cybele Raver, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs, helped lead the procession of first-year, transfer and Next Steps students during Founders Walk on Aug. 22. Read MoreSep 3, 2021
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Class of 2025 welcomed with cheers, words of advice at Founders Walk
The Vanderbilt community welcomed and celebrated first-year, transfer and Next Steps students at Founders Walk on Sunday, Aug. 22. Read MoreAug 23, 2021
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Incoming students celebrated at virtual Founders Walk
Incoming first-year, transfer and Next Steps students were welcomed into the Vanderbilt community on Sunday during Founders Walk, an annual event that marks the start of the academic year as well as the students’ time at the university. Read MoreAug 23, 2020
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Chancellor’s Letter: Trust, Transparency and Teamwork
The academic year is in full swing here at Vanderbilt. From Founders Walk and the start of classes to Family Weekend and Reunion gatherings, my new vantage point as interim chancellor has confirmed what I already believed: that Vanderbilt is stronger and more vibrant than ever before. Read MoreNov 7, 2019
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Incoming students celebrated at Founders Walk
Incoming students were enthusiastically welcomed into the Vanderbilt community on Sunday during the university’s traditional Founders Walk. Read MoreAug 21, 2019
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Incoming students celebrated at Founders Walk
First-year, transfer and Next Steps students were welcomed into the Vanderbilt community on Sunday during Vanderbilt's traditional Founders Walk. Read MoreAug 20, 2018
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VUCast: Moving On Up!
This Week on VUCast, Vanderbilt’s online newscast: Moving on Up! Carry some boxes with the class of 2016! Big Dig! A special look at the latest building progress Why is Vanderbilt so happy? [vucastblurb]… Read MoreAug 22, 2012
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VUCast Extra: Walking welcome for new ‘Dores
Music and cheerleaders and new ‘Dores – oh my! Check out Founders Walk – a tradition that welcomes new students and gets them in step with the Vanderbilt experience. [vucastblurb]… Read MoreAug 26, 2011