Upcoming parent webinars

Nurturing Success: A Parent’s Guide to Vanderbilt’s Support Services

Jan. 29 | 11–11:45 a.m. CT

As a parent, your child’s success is a priority! University students face a variety of challenges throughout their academic journey that may impact their holistic success. We know it’s not always easy to manage physical, emotional and other wellbeing concerns while keeping up with the rigors of schoolwork. During this presentation, you will learn more about support resources available through Vanderbilt’s Student Care Network that are designed to help nurture your student’s wellbeing and how you can help foster opportunities for your student to be proactive in their own wellness.

Immersion Vanderbilt: Cultivating Knowledge through Experiential Learning

Feb. 22 | 12:00–12:45 p.m. CT

Immersion Vanderbilt is a degree requirement for all Vanderbilt undergraduate students. Through Immersion Vanderbilt, students transform ideas into action, explore their passions and make a difference in the world. Join Carolyn Floyd, Senior Director, Office of Experiential Learning and Immersion Vanderbilt, to learn more about how you can support your student as they engage in their immersive experience and culminating project.

December webinar recordings:

"Setting Your Student Up for Career Success: What to Consider Now" - Webinar Hosted with Owen Graduate School of Management

“Greek Life at Vanderbilt: The Joining Process and Membership Experience” - Webinar hosted by the Office of Greek Life

This Month’s Topic: Life After Vanderbilt

Our students’ pathway to an internship or landing that first job is very different from the one many of us took. This month’s article focuses on how our students prepare for this part of college life. Read on for insights from alumni and parents that are taking an active role in helping our students with internships and jobs. We will also reference the university’s on-campus resources. Perhaps these insights can help guide your dialogue when speaking to your student or other students at Vanderbilt about this topic.

Save the Date for Family Weekend 2024

Start planning your trip to visit campus on Sept. 6–8 for Family Weekend!

The weekend’s activities will start Friday morning, so we encourage you to make your travel arrangements accordingly to make the most of your time on campus with your Commodore. Our Visiting Nashville page has information on hotel discounts and things to do around Nashville.

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Connect locally at upcoming Parent Socials

Want to meet other Vanderbilt families in your area? Parent Socials are a wonderful opportunity for Vanderbilt families to engage with one another on a regional level and foster deeper connections in a small casual setting. Check out these upcoming events!

Minneapolis, MN – Jan.18
Arlington, VA – Jan. 20
Raleigh, NC – Jan. 21
Boston, MA – Jan. 21
Westchester, NY – Jan. 21
Nigeria (Virtual) – Jan. 21
San Francisco, CA – Feb. 6

Save the date

Jacksonville, FL – Feb. 18
Orlando, FL – Feb. 25

No social near you? Click the link below if you are interested in having a Parent Social in your area.

I am interested in hosting a Parent Social!

Daring to Grow: The stories that shaped Vanderbilt in 2023

From celebrating its 150th anniversary to launching the most ambitious fundraising campaign in university history, from reaching new heights in research funding to fostering civil discourse and a culture of belonging on campus, Vanderbilt marked its strongest year ever by many measures in 2023.

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Institute for the Advancement of Higher Education to drive trans-institutional innovation in teaching and learning

Vanderbilt’s Institute for the Advancement of Higher Education, or AdvancED, helps faculty explore new ways to connect with students—whether on campus or online.

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Cleaning out your closet? We want your professional attire!

Help launch Vanderbilt’s new Commodore Closet initiative led by the Vanderbilt Career Center and Vanderbilt Student Government. This initiative aims to provide professional attire for students in need and expand the reach that the Career Center’s gift card program has already provided for students. 

We are looking for gently used clothing, so our students have a diverse selection as we head into spring recruiting season. We will take slacks, blazers, dress shoes, belts, ties, blouses, dresses, skirts, polos, and button-downs. The Commodore Closet space will open in February 2024.

We will collect donations until Feb. 1. 

Career Center representatives will be available starting Jan. 5 to coordinate drop-off details. We also welcome packages by ordering from this Amazon Wishlist.

Thank you for your help in providing professional attire to all students at Vanderbilt University.  

Upcoming Vanderbilt Chapter & Regional Events

Parents are invited to attend Vanderbilt Chapter & regional events. Come out and meet fellow Vanderbilt parents, alumni, and friends in your area.

Chapter Events

Jan. 23: New York, NY – New York New Year Party

Jan. 25: Washington, D.C. – D.C. Chapter New Year Gathering

Jan. 27: Orlando, FL – Orlando Chapter Bowling Party and Men’s Basketball Game Watch

Jan. 30: Career Webinar – Leveraging LinkedIn for Professional Success with Hallie Crawford

Feb. 10: Richmond, VA – Richmond Chapter Dawoud Bey: Elegy Exhibit at VMFA

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Regional Events

Jan. 30: Miami, FL – Dare to Grow Miami

Save the Date | Mar. 4: Dallas, TX – Dare to Grow Dallas

Save the Date | Mar. 18: Atlanta, GA – Dare to Grow Atlanta

Campus News

The History and Legacy of Study Abroad at Vanderbilt: A Celebration of Vanderbilt's First 150 Years

Daniel Fleetwood named distinguished National Academy of Inventors Fellow

Candelaria to step down from Blair School of Music leadership role; Rose named new dean

Sydney Savion named Vanderbilt’s inaugural vice chancellor for people, culture and belonging

Potential schizophrenia treatment, discovered at Vanderbilt and being developed by Neumora Therapeutics, entering Phase 1 clinical trial 

Vanderbilt’s Posse Scholars Program moves to Office of Undergraduate Education

Vanderbilt Debate Team enjoys success on international stage

Schmidt nominated to be director of Operational Test and Evaluation for Department of Defense

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