Vanderbilt’s Division of Government and Community Relations is the leading advocate for the university and our community to local, state and federal government as well as nonprofit partners. This important role gives us a front row seat to the countless ways that Vanderbilt makes a positive impact on Nashville, our state, our country and the entire world.
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Frist ‘Food for Thought’ series returns, connecting art, academia and community |
This series brings together Vanderbilt faculty, Frist curators and local leaders to explore cultural and societal issues through art. The spring 2025 sessions will focus on themes of food, labor and justice, coinciding with the Frist’s upcoming exhibit, Farm to Table: Art, Food, and Identity in the Age of Impressionism. Read more
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Vanderbilt joins state leaders to launch 114th General Assembly at Tennessee Chamber event |
As the 114th Tennessee General Assembly convened in January, Vanderbilt University joined state leaders at the Annual Opening Night Legislative Reception, an event that brings together lawmakers and business leaders to discuss policy priorities for the year ahead. Read more
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From LiDAR to AI, Vanderbilt is helping redefine Nashville’s traffic |
Two federal grants totaling nearly $12 million will support innovative traffic technology projects along Nolensville and Murfreesboro Pike. Advancing the Nashville Innovation Alliance mission, Vanderbilt researchers in collaboration with local transit leaders and other local university partners, will help implement these advancements to improve Nashville’s transportation network. Read more
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Vanderbilt recognized as 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting |
Vanderbilt is among 471 colleges and universities recognized for outstanding nonpartisan efforts to increase voter registration, education and turnout among students during the 2024 election. Awarded by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge, the designation highlights campuses that are setting the standard for civic engagement. Read more
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White House awards Bartels and Stassun 2024 National Medal of Science |
Two Vanderbilt faculty members are among the 23 recipients of the 2024 National Medal of Science and the National Medal of Technology and Innovation—the nation’s highest honors for exemplary achievement and leadership in science and technology. Read more
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When curiosity meets leadership: Cybele Raver’s ‘Quantum Potential’ podcast explores solutions for humanity’s greatest challenges |
“I was hungry for the opportunity to talk with faculty whose work I was already reading. And then I realized that those conversations would be fascinating to other people too.” –C. Cybele Raver, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs. Read more
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| Why I Teach Film Screening
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Wyatt Center
Tuesday, Jan. 28 | 5pm
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Join us for the premiere of Why I Teach, a documentary offering an authentic, behind-the-scenes look at the lives of three MNPS educators. Enjoy a post-film panel discussion, and dinner!
Reserve Your Spot
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| Memorial Gym
Friday, Jan. 31 | 5pm
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Fans of the Vanderbilt baseball program can meet and interact with the 2025 team. Join us for an exciting night with the VandyBoys featuring autographs, giveaways, fun events for all ages.
Purchase Tickets
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| Chinese New Year Celebration |
Centennial Park
Saturday, Feb. 8 | 11am–3 pm
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The Chinese Arts Alliance of Nashville is hosting its FREE Chinese New Year of the Dragon Celebration. Celebrate with music, dance, arts and crafts, puppet show, food trucks and more.
Learn More
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This newsletter features some of our top stories from the past month. For more details or to learn how Vanderbilt can support your community, please contact our office.
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