Written by Parent Ambassador Council Chairs Roseann and Jeff Gapusan

This Month’s Topic: Housing Update and Greek Life

Have you heard? Vanderbilt is reimagining its Central Neighborhood, and Branscomb Quadrangle and McTyeire Hall will come down to make way for four new residential colleges. Construction is expected to begin in Summer 2025. The removal of these residence halls will give way to the development of the Central Neighborhood. The new neighborhood will incorporate sustainability and accessibility in line with the goals of the FutureVU initiative. The university will start upgrading the cool and hot water lines and burying overhead utilities to prepare for the upcoming residential colleges. Here is an updated Housing Calendar so you don’t miss a deadline. I asked Alison Matarese, Vanderbilt’s director of housing assignments and operations, a few questions about the changes.

Save the Dates: Graduates Day and Commencement 2025

In celebration of our graduates, Graduates Day will take place on Thursday, May 8. Vanderbilt University Commencement will be held on Friday, May 9.

More details about the celebrations will be shared in late January.

Graduates are encouraged to use #VU2025 on social media to celebrate their Commencement journey.

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Upcoming Webinar

Business+Liberal Arts: A Proven Path to Career Success – Parents and Family Webinar

Discover how a strong foundation in liberal arts, combined with a business education, can propel a career to new heights. At the Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management, we’re building the next generation of leaders through collaboration and a portfolio of world-class programs that focus on helping people discover, grow and thrive in business and beyond. Join us for a webinar with Tom Steenburgh, Ralph Owen Dean and professor of marketing, and Kelly Goldsmith, faculty director of the Hoogland Undergraduate Business Program, E. Bronson Ingram Chair and professor of marketing.

Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025
11–11:45 a.m. CST

In case you missed it: Introduction to Global Safety and Health for Families of Traveling Students Webinar

Studying abroad is a transformational experience for many of our students, and a lot goes into making their time abroad as successful as possible. This includes engaging with the Global Safety and Health Team for the travel safety, health support and guidance we provide.

The webinar recording, FAQs and VU health and safety resources can be found online.

Birmingham Bowl: Get Ready to Anchor Down with the Commodores!

Join the Vanderbilt Alumni Association and the National Commodore Club in Birmingham, AL, to celebrate Vanderbilt vs. Georgia Tech bowl game! Kick off the festivities with a pre-game happy hour, then get ready to show your Commodore spirit at the official tailgate on game day. Connect with fellow alumni, parents, families, and friends as we come together to cheer on our Commodores in true BLACK and GOLD style!

Looking for a Game Watch in your city?

Several Game Watch Parties are happening across the country for parents, alumni, and friends to cheer of the 'Dores together!

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Global Safety and Health now on VandySafe app

Global Safety and Health is now part of the VandySafe app, adding emergency support for our community members traveling off campus and internationally.

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Upcoming Vanderbilt Chapter and Regional Events

Chapter Events

All Vanderbilt community members are invited to attend Vanderbilt Chapter and regional events. Come out and meet fellow Vanderbilt parents, alumni, families and friends in your area.

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Dec. 17, Columbus, OH | Holiday Happy Hour

Vanderbilt alumni, families, and friends are warmly invited to a holiday happy hour. Reconnect with local Vanderbilt friends and celebrate the holiday season with us at Goodale Station. The first round of drinks will be complimentary!

Jan. 9, Miami, FL | Toast to the New Year

Vanderbilt alumni, family, and friends are invited to toast to the New Year with a wine tasting at BRIX. Enjoy wine, light snacks, and education from local sommelier Brian Atkinson.

Campus News

Amplify, Vanderbilt’s new custom generative AI software, is now open to all faculty, staff and students

Jesse Spencer-Smith named faculty head of Sutherland House, effective Jan. 1

Shop the 2024 Vanderbilt Holiday Gift Guide online now through Dec. 31

Dress for Success: Commodore Closet provides students professional attire at no cost

Retired Gen. Mark Milley calls on a new generation to confront changing era of security threats at Washington, D.C., launch event for the Institute of National Security

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