Anchors & Insights: Navigating the HOD Capstone Experience
Thursday, Nov. 20 | Noon–12:45 p.m. CT
This webinar will provide information about the Vanderbilt Human and Organizational Development Capstone program. The HOD Capstone team will share stories about the Capstone Design process and broad range of capstone sites. You will also learn about the many locations students can complete their HOD Capstone semester, including but not limited to Nashville, London and the new Vanderbilt University–NYC campus.
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From Classroom to Career: What Parents Should Know About Business Education
Thursday, Jan. 8 | 11–11:45 a.m. CT
How does a business education set students up for long-term success? Join Tom Steenburgh, Ralph Owen Dean of the Owen Graduate School of Management, and Gary Kimball, Sauereisen Director for the Hoogland Undergraduate Business Program, for an engaging conversation on how today’s business programs prepare students to thrive in a rapidly changing world. This session will highlight how Vanderbilt Business connects classroom learning to real-world impact through:
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- Hands-on learning experiences
- Analytical and strategic thinking
- Leadership development
- Career readiness tools
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You will gain insight into the skills, mindset and opportunities that help graduates stand out—from their first job to lifelong career success.
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Admissions season will be here before we know it. More than 300 parent volunteers helped support the Class of 2029 and incoming transfer students. Parent-to-Parent Outreach volunteers serve as a warm, local connection to help new families feel supported and informed as they begin their Vanderbilt journey. Volunteer outreach makes a meaningful impact and helps build a stronger, more connected Vanderbilt community.
What’s involved?
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- Time commitment: ~2 hours total
- Location: Virtual
- Time frame: January–May
- Volunteers will:
- Receive a list of incoming Vanderbilt parents in your area
- Send a friendly welcome email
- Share tips and resources to help them get connected
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If interested in helping welcome incoming families, please fill out the interested volunteer form and indicate your interest in Admission events.
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SUPPORTING STUDENT SUCCESS |
Fuel Student Ideas Through Vanderbilt’s First Crowdfunding Campaign |
This fall, Vanderbilt is launching its first-ever student crowdfunding campaign, giving students the chance to raise funds for projects that make a real impact on campus and beyond. From service trips to student-led initiatives, these campaigns highlight the creativity, leadership and drive that define the Vanderbilt experience. Parents and families can play a meaningful role in this exciting new effort by supporting one of the five participating student projects. The campaign runs Nov. 1–21. Learn more and follow the progress of our student advocates on the crowdfunding webage.
Your support helps students bring their ideas to life and make a lasting impact in the Vanderbilt community.
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SPECIAL EPISODE: AI, Propaganda and Democracy: Inside a Groundbreaking Discovery by Vanderbilt Researchers |
Political propaganda and artificial intelligence–driven misinformation are infiltrating social media accounts, and Americans need to do something about it. That’s the warning revealed in research from two Vanderbilt professors and discussed on this special episode of the Quantum Potential podcast.
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Vanderbilt Student Government's Annual Giving Tree |
Vanderbilt Student Government's Giving Tree is a yearly philanthropic initiative with community partners to “adopt” a local child and give holiday presents to underprivileged Nashville youth. VSG Giving Tree is an opportunity for the Vanderbilt community to give back to the wonderful city we call home! On December 4, from 9 a.m. to noon, we will be welcoming roughly 400 Nashville-area students to our campus. These students from underserved schools will enjoy crafts, games, a meeting with Santa, and presents provided by YOU, the Vanderbilt community! Giving Tree adoptions have begun, and we hope you’ll consider helping us bring joy to these kids by signing up. Local families can participate and drop presents off themselves. All other families can send gifts or money to students to allow them to participate on behalf of your family.
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Upcoming Vanderbilt Events |
Parent Socials
Parent Socials are a wonderful opportunity for VU families to engage with one another on a regional level and foster deeper connections in a small, casual setting.
Nov. 16: Madison, WI | Parent Social
Chapter Events
Parents and families are invited to attend Vanderbilt Chapter and regional events. Come out and meet fellow Vanderbilt families, alumni and friends in your area.
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