University Facilities
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Utility work planned April 15–19 and May 20–23 will close a portion of Children’s Way during work hours
A section of Children’s Way between 24th Avenue and the Children’s Way entrance of the West Garage will be closed April 15–19 and May 20–23. On weekdays, work will occur 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.—outside of peak traffic hours. During non-working hours, Children’s Way will be open to traffic. Read MoreApr 4, 2024
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Additional utility work planned for March 11–16, portion of Children’s Way to be closed during work hours
Alternate routes are established around the construction sites. If you are in the area, please watch for signs, follow the guidance of flaggers and security personnel, and plan for delays. Read MoreMar 6, 2024
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Pedestrian routes change along West End for crane removal
To remove a crane from the Residential College C construction site, the pedestrian routes along West End Avenue between 25th Avenue South and the job site will be changed for Feb. 26–28. Read MoreFeb 26, 2024
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25th Avenue vehicle, pedestrian route changes start March 4
Beginning Monday, March 4, the vehicle, pedestrian, bicycle and scooter routes in the Frist Athletics Village will be changing. Please review this information to plan your trip. Read MoreFeb 23, 2024
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Athletics events may bring high volume of traffic to campus
The Vanderbilt Commodores are scheduled to take on the University of Kentucky on Tuesday, Feb. 6, at 7:30 p.m. and Texas A&M on Tuesday, Feb. 13, at 6 p.m. at Memorial Gym. On Feb. 6 there is also a special event at Langford Auditorium. These events are expected to cause higher volume of traffic in the area and the 25th Avenue Garage. Read here for alternative parking and commute options. Read MoreFeb 1, 2024
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Fencing at Garland construction site to move temporarily
The fencing surrounding the Garland Hall construction site will be temporarily expanded in order to conduct underground utility work for approximately two weeks. All current accessible sidewalks around Garland Hall will remain open. One ADA parking space located between the Divinity School and Garland Hall will be affected for the duration of this work. Read MoreOct 26, 2023
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Portion of Wyatt Center sidewalk will be closed Sept. 23 for roof repair
A portion of the sidewalk in front of the Wyatt Center in the Peabody Neighborhood will be closed from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 23, to repair the building’s roof. The entrances to the Wyatt Center will remain open. Read MoreSep 22, 2023
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Vanderbilt University Plant Operations renamed, restructured to better serve university community
Vanderbilt University Plant Operations, a division within Facilities, is being renamed to Vanderbilt University Maintenance and Operations to better encapsulate all the roles and duties of the organization. Read MoreSep 20, 2023
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College of Arts and Science to renovate Garland Hall as part of significant infrastructure improvement
The College of Arts and Science will embark on a construction project later this summer to renovate and expand Garland Hall. The project aims to align the college’s facilities with its mission of teaching, research and service; create flexible, state-of-the-art space that meets current and future academic needs; and connect the historic core of campus to the university’s trans-institutional mission. Read MoreJul 5, 2023
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Part of 25th Avenue to close to vehicles, provide alternative pedestrian pathways
Beginning Monday, July 17, 25th Avenue from Blakemore Avenue to Jess Neely Drive will close to vehicle traffic. The intersection at 25th Avenue and Jess Neely Drive will remain open. This closure is part of Vanderbilt University’s Central Utilities Initiative, which supports construction projects in the Frist Athletics Village. Read MoreJul 5, 2023
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Work zone may affect Lot 5 near Wilson Hall beginning May 22
Lot 5 behind Wilson Hall will house a dumpster that is needed for a summer construction project from May 22 to June 12. The dumpster will be behind the lot’s accessible spots; these spots will remain open and usable. Read MoreMay 22, 2023
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Crane work to occur at the Village at Vanderbilt Sept. 30
Access to the garage at Village at Vanderbilt will be limited on Saturday, Sept. 30, from 9 a.m. to noon while roof work is being done at the property. There will be no through traffic from the 21st Avenue entrance to the 18th Avenue exit. Read MoreMay 19, 2023
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Work zone may affect Peabody Administration Building entrance starting May 22
Parking spaces in front of the Peabody Administration Building will be closed off 6 a.m.–2 p.m. for six Mondays, beginning May 22, for a crane that will assist crews in roof work. The crane will be in the parking spots on the west side of the building. Please watch for work near the entrance. Read MoreMay 17, 2023
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Wyatt Center roof work will begin May 17
The circle in front of the Wyatt Center will be closed, beginning May 17, from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a crane to conduct work on the roof of the building. Crane work will take place May 17–18, June 5–6 and July 24. Read MoreMay 17, 2023
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Natchez Trace closure delayed until further notice
The Central Utilities Initiative project team met with NDOT to review the planned road closure of Natchez Trace in connection with the installation of underground utilities. NDOT has requested some modifications to the plan, delaying work until the changes are made. Read MoreMay 10, 2023
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Two levels of Baker Garage to close April 24–Aug. 1
The fifth and sixth floors of the Baker Garage will be inaccessible from April 24 to Aug. 1 for maintenance and repairs; signs will direct vehicles away from the closed areas. The other Baker Garage floors still will be accessible for parking. Read MoreApr 21, 2023
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Herowear exosuit technology launches with on-campus departments
An innovative exosuit developed by a team of Vanderbilt engineers comes full circle this semester with a pilot implementation in the Division of Administration. The pilot test includes the use of 27 Apex 2 suits over six weeks. During the pilot test, users will wear the suits in actual work conditions and provide feedback throughout the duration of the study. Read MoreApr 14, 2023
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Window maintenance near Medical Center North A-wing entrance begins April 17
Third-floor window maintenance will be conducted near the A-wing entrance to Medical Center North from Monday, April 17, to Friday, May 19. Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to avoid the area and use an alternative entrance to Medical Center North. Read MoreApr 12, 2023
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Sidewalk, entrance to One Magnolia Circle building closed beginning March 20
The front entrance and sidewalk to One Magnolia Circle will be closed for 12 weeks beginning Monday, March 20, for upgrades to the sidewalk and front ramp. Read MoreMar 17, 2023
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David Williams II Recreation and Wellness Center sidewalk to be affected by crane work on March 22
The sidewalk on the south side of the Recreation and Wellness Center will be affected on March 22 from 7 a.m. to noon for crane work occurring on the roof of the building. Although exits from the building will not be obstructed, students, faculty and staff are encouraged to avoid the area. Read MoreMar 17, 2023