Reunion
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From tailgates to timely talks, Vanderbilt alumni return to campus for a spirited Reunion 2024
More than 3,200 alumni came together on Vanderbilt’s campus from Nov. 7 to Nov. 10 for Reunion and Homecoming. The weekend schedule featured more than 85 events designed to deepen connections among alumni, provide insights on current issues and celebrate the milestone class years ending in 4 and 9. Read MoreNov 13, 2024
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Message from the Alumni Association President
Through Vanderbilt’s remarkable progress in its ongoing historic Dare to Grow campaign, we are charting a collective course that connects great minds with opportunities to offer solutions to the world’s biggest challenges. We are stronger together, and that strength continues through your alumni journey as Vanderbilt for Life. Read MoreOct 4, 2024
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Reunion 2023: Celebrating Vanderbilt’s best year ever
More than 3,500 alumni and their guests returned to campus for Reunion and Homecoming events Nov. 2–5, capping off a year that—by many measures—stands out as Vanderbilt’s best ever. Read MoreNov 8, 2023
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Staff volunteers needed for Reunion Weekend Oct. 6–9
Vanderbilt University will welcome alumni to campus Oct. 6–9 for Reunion, and staff volunteers are needed to make the weekend a success. Read MoreAug 16, 2022
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Warren Haviland, JD’69, and Karen Heffron: Advocates for equality and access to legal services
Warren Haviland, JD’69, and Karen Heffron funded a charitable remainder unitrust that will eventually establish the Warren E. Haviland and Karen M. Heffron Summer Stipend. The stipend will provide financial support to students at Vanderbilt Law School who are pursuing public interest careers. Read MoreAug 18, 2021
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Vanderbilt’s Volunteer Leadership Week drives collaboration and support
Vanderbilt hosts a gathering of the university’s most engaged volunteer leaders each spring for a special weekend of activities designed to foster collaboration in support of the university's mission and momentum. This year all events were held virtually during Volunteer Leadership Week, an extended slate of programming presented Feb. 22–26. Read MoreMar 5, 2021
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‘Something Bigger Than Myself’
A tradition of giving in her first year at Vanderbilt has led Julie Babbage to continue giving back to her alma mater in a myriad of ways. Read MoreNov 3, 2020
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Jiang named Vanderbilt’s 2019 Outstanding Senior
With a passion for science, business and education, Troy Jiang works to serve and empower others in a way that makes a lasting difference. Community members recognized Jiang’s impact throughout his time at Vanderbilt when he was named Outstanding Senior on Oct. 19. Read MoreNov 18, 2019
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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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Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center celebrates 35 years
The Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center marked its 35th anniversary during Reunion Weekend, celebrating the impact of its innovative programming, support and services to students, faculty and staff at Vanderbilt. Read MoreOct 25, 2019
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Reunion Revelry: Weekend draws more than 4,800 alumni and guests to campus
The beauty of Vanderbilt’s campus was on full display Oct. 18–19, as more than 4,800 alumni and guests celebrated Reunion and Homecoming Weekend. Read MoreOct 24, 2019
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Five alumni join Vanderbilt Student Media Hall of Fame for 2019
The 2019 Student Media Hall of Fame class includes an acclaimed musical composer, "New York Times" editorial writer, two Grantland Rice Scholars and an attorney who played a significant role at the Securities and Exchange Commission. Read MoreOct 9, 2019
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Volunteers needed for Reunion Weekend
Development and Alumni Relations is seeking volunteers Oct. 18-19 to help with Reunion Weekend activities. Read MoreSep 27, 2019
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Reunion Brings Reconnection and Celebration
Photo by Peyton Hoge Reunion 2018 is in the books! More than 5,000 alumni and guests gathered on campus Oct. 11–13 to celebrate with lifelong friends, relive cherished memories, and reconnect with their alma mater. Friday, Oct. 12, was a picture-perfect fall day on campus as the lingering… Read MoreNov 19, 2018
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‘Vandy Goes to War’ exhibit opens in Central Library
"Vandy Goes to War," an exhibition highlighting the dramatic effects of two world wars on Vanderbilt's campus, is on display in the Central Library lobby through Reunion/Homecoming weekend. Read MoreJul 11, 2018
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10 ways alumni volunteers helped Vanderbilt conquer and prevail in 2017
Vanderbilt’s alumni volunteers—more than 10,000 strong—help build and support the university’s worldwide alumni community, whether by bringing Commodores together at chapter events, hosting Commodore Classrooms, or organizing Summer Send-Off Parties and Networking Night. Read MoreFeb 26, 2018
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#VUREUNION
More than 5,000 alumni returned for Reunion in October, including notables like former Golden State Warriors player Festus Ezeli, BA’12 (top right), and NBC Today host Willie Geist, BA’97 (bottom center). Be sure to save the date for next year’s Reunion, planned for Oct. 11–13. Read MoreNov 21, 2017
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Faculty/staff discounts offered for Commodore Quake Oct. 5
This year's Commodore Quake, the annual concert event held during Reunion and Homecoming Weekend, features Migos and SZA on Thursday, Oct. 5, at 8 p.m. in Memorial Gym. Read MoreSep 12, 2017
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Education and empowerment at home and abroad
Laura Chauvin, BS’87, has a heart for helping others. And as a human and organizational development major while at Vanderbilt, her interest in humanitarianism flourished. Read MoreSep 7, 2017
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Alumni Association announces 2017 alumni award recipients
The Vanderbilt University Alumni Association Board of Directors is pleased to announce its recipients of the 2017 alumni awards: Dr. Stephen Jones, BA’74, MD’78; Joe Martin, BA’64; Doug Parker, MBA’86; and Zakiya Smith, BS’06. Read MoreSep 7, 2017