Owen Graduate School Of Management
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Palm Beach unanimously approves land deal for Vanderbilt’s new business and tech campus
In a unanimous vote on Oct. 22, the Palm Beach County Commission approved a deal to provide five acres of county-owned land to Vanderbilt for the development of a new campus in West Palm Beach. Read MoreOct 28, 2024
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NEW FACULTY: Vanderbilt’s newest professors explain why they chose Vanderbilt
Hear from some of the newest faculty on why they're excited to work at Vanderbilt. Read MoreAug 28, 2024
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Chancellor’s Cup awarded to Arts and Science’s Gilbert Gonzales and Owen Graduate School of Management’s Michael Lapré
Gilbert Gonzales, associate professor of medicine, health and society, and Michael A. Lapré, associate professor of operations management, have been awarded the 2023–24 Chancellor’s Cup by Chancellor Daniel Diermeier for their remarkable teaching and mentorship of undergraduate students. Read MoreJun 14, 2024
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Retired General Paul Nakasone named founding director of Institute of National Security
Vanderbilt University is proud to announce the launch of the Institute of National Security. The founding director and leader of the institute will be retired General Paul M. Nakasone, who has served as commander of U.S. Cyber Command, director of the National Security Agency, and chief of the Central Security Service. Read MoreMay 8, 2024
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WATCH: These Class of 2024 students use ‘dare to grow’ passion to help others
Meet members of the Class of 2024 with a unique passion and perspective on how to live out the Dare to Grow motto. Read MoreApr 26, 2024
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Twenty-five and counting: Vanderbilt University continues to expand its green building certifications
THINGS TO KNOW: Vanderbilt University now has 25 LEED certified buildings Vanderbilt has PETAL and WELL-designed buildings (certifications pending) The Commons was the first set of buildings to receive LEED certification on campus … Read MoreApr 10, 2024
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CLASS OF 2024: Trey Ferguson aims to “lift as he climbs” with law and business degrees
WATCH: Learn about the mentor who most inspired Trey Ferguson to use his J.D./MBA degrees to help future graduate students. Read MoreFeb 9, 2024
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Richard Willis: Esteemed Owen professor helping other faculty achieve success
When Richard Willis went to work after graduate school as a market analyst for E&J Gallo Winery, he did not envision his career path leading to the Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management, where he has become a highly respected accounting professor. In addition to being admired and appreciated by students and colleagues for his teaching and mentoring skills, he is a leading voice at Vanderbilt for improving processes that help faculty and research staff achieve their goals. Read MoreFeb 5, 2024
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Planned giving sparks creativity in Owen’s Deaner scholarship
Bryan Deaner, MBA’93, has made a multi-layered gift to the Owen Graduate School of Management that includes a bequest to ultimately support the Deaner Creativity Scholarship for students there. His gift also incorporates current-use funding for scholarships at Owen through a matching gift program with his employer for additional support. Read MoreJan 5, 2024
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Vanderbilt to host conversation with Gwyneth Paltrow Dec. 1
Oscar-winning actress, noted author, singer and entrepreneur Gwyneth Paltrow will discuss entrepreneurship and navigating barriers to fostering innovation in a conversation at Vanderbilt University on Friday, Dec. 1, at Blair School of Music’s Ingram Hall. The event is free and open to the Vanderbilt community. Read MoreNov 28, 2023
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Wond’ry-initiated startup TuneHatch joins global accelerator Techstars, wins Blacks in Technology pitch competition; earns NEXT Award nomination
Wond’ry-initiated predictive analytics company TuneHatch grows by joining global network for entrepreneurs Techstars; wins Blacks in Technology pitch competition; named finalist to Nashville Entrepreneur Center NEXT Awards. Read MoreSep 28, 2023
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Jim Bradford, dean emeritus of Owen Graduate School of Management, has died
Jim Bradford, who served as dean of the Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management from 2005 to 2013, died July 27. Bradford leaves a legacy of impact on the school, having spearheaded the development and launch of several programs. Read MoreAug 1, 2023
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Celebrating Owen Graduate School of Management Dean M. Eric Johnson
M. Eric Johnson, whose 10-year term as Ralph Owen Dean of the Owen Graduate School of Management ends June 30, reflects on the milestones of his tenure as well as the school's tremendous momentum. Read MoreJun 8, 2023
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Vanderbilt’s Chris Rowe selected for prestigious Harvard program to boost Nashville’s biomedical sector collaboration
Chris Rowe, executive director for industry collaborations within Vanderbilt's Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Innovation and professor of the practice of engineering management, has been chosen for the 2023 Young American Leaders Program at Harvard Business School. He’ll join a task force focused on enhancing Nashville's biomedical sector, using cluster models to drive economic growth and innovation. Read MoreJun 5, 2023
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Career Growth Series for staff: Your elevator pitch
Join HR Employee Learning & Engagement for the next session in their Career Growth Series—Tips to Craft and Deliver Your Elevator Pitch with Confidence and Purpose—on May 31 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. This session will provide tips to craft and deliver your elevator pitch with confidence and purpose. Read MoreMay 17, 2023
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‘U.S. News’ graduate school rankings: Here is how Vanderbilt graduate and professional programs placed
Vanderbilt University graduate and professional programs' placements in the 2023–24 U.S. News & World Report Graduate School rankings were released. Four of Vanderbilt's graduate and professional schools are in the top 20 of the U.S. News rankings. Read MoreMay 11, 2023
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WATCH: Student-athletes embody Vandy United on and off the field
Vanderbilt student-athletes in the Class of 2023 showcase collaboration, leadership and integrity in the classroom and on the field of play. Read MoreMay 5, 2023
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Seeing the World Through Green-Tinted Glasses
Vanderbilt professor Kelly Haws’ GREEN scale evaluates the relationship between consumer commitment to sustainability and environmentally friendly product evaluations. Read MoreApr 27, 2023
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Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management names esteemed scholar and business school leader Thomas J. Steenburgh as next dean
Renowned marketing expert Thomas J. Steenburgh, a senior associate dean at the University of Virginia, has been named the new dean of the Owen Graduate School of Management. Read MoreApr 24, 2023
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Class of 2023: Health challenges inspire Mary Cayten Brakefield to create fashion focused on inclusion
Class of 2023: See how Mary Cayten Brakefield using her experiences with physical illness to inform and inspire her namesake fashion business focused on accessible and inclusive universal design. Read MoreApr 7, 2023