Opportunity Vanderbilt Archives
Vanderbilt welcomes its most global, talented first-year class
Nov. 14, 2018—Vanderbilt's Class of 2022 has several notable distinctions, including being the most selective in the university's history with a 9.6 percent acceptance rate of all students.
The Next Challenge
Oct. 22, 2018—John Geer takes the helm as dean of the College of Arts and Science.
Vanderbilt 14th in 2019 ‘U.S. News’ rankings; named one of nation’s best values
Sep. 9, 2018—Vanderbilt retains its highest-ever No. 14 spot on "U.S. News & World Report's" annual college rankings, and is named the seventh best value in the nation.
‘Big and Bold’ annual impact report showcases university accomplishments
Aug. 20, 2018—Vanderbilt’s highest-ever national ranking, transformational investments in residential colleges and graduate education and research, and the most diverse first-year class ever are among the accomplishments highlighted in the university’s new annual impact report.
Vanderbilt ranks No. 1 for Great Financial Aid
Aug. 7, 2018—Vanderbilt garnered additional high marks in the annual "Princeton Review" survey, including for "happiest students," "best quality of life" and "most beautiful campus."
What’s On My Mind: Philanthropy is personal
Jun. 28, 2018—The impact of philanthropy is woven throughout Vanderbilt. Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos, who believes giving back is a privilege, shares his thoughts in the latest edition of his column.
Student body president, vice president reflect on Vanderbilt experiences for ‘Zeppos Report’
May. 17, 2018—Before Class of 2018 graduates Jami Cox and Ryan Connor walked across the Commencement stage May 11, they joined Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos for one last conversation as Vanderbilt undergrads.
What’s On My Mind: Building the Class of 2022
Apr. 5, 2018—Stories about what makes Vanderbilt special combined with the lasting value of a Vanderbilt education drive the university's strong showing in admissions, says Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos in this week's column.
What’s On My Mind: Lessons of Black History Month inform our vision for the future
Feb. 8, 2018—A number of remarkable African American leaders have moved Vanderbilt forward, and it’s their legacy upon which we continue to build our beloved community. In this week’s “What’s On My Mind,” Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos discusses their potent combination of courage and determination.
What’s On My Mind: Our commitment to residential colleges
Jan. 25, 2018—In this week’s column, Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos talks about Vanderbilt’s investment in residential colleges and how our brand of 24/7 immersive learning will shape students into America’s future leaders. “The Tennessean” also ran an op-ed by the chancellor this week on the university’s commitment to residential colleges.
Vanderbilt University ranks No. 4 on Kiplinger’s ‘best value’ list
Dec. 22, 2017—Vanderbilt University is ranked No. 4 among private universities on the "Kiplinger’s Personal Finance" list of 300 Best College Values for 2018, behind Princeton, Harvard and Duke.
Alumni couple establishes scholarship to help make a difference
Dec. 18, 2017—Living and working in West Africa showed Drew and Kelly Scoggins that they wanted to make a difference. The alumni couple chose to give back by creating an Opportunity Vanderbilt scholarship.