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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As the year comes to a close, we extend warm wishes to you and your families. In this season of reflection, may the memories from 2023 bring you joy. We are grateful for each of you and look forward to continued collaboration in the coming year.
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Join relief efforts for tornado victims: Following the devastating outbreak of tornadoes that touched down in Middle Tennessee on Dec. 9, relief efforts are now underway. Learn how you can help.
Vandy Commodores are collecting donation items at upcoming basketball games. Learn more
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Refugee Journeys Illuminated: A Look at Vanderbilt’s Partnership with Nonprofit NICE
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The Nashville International Center for Empowerment is a local nonprofit that provides resources for refugees. The organization recently hosted the Nicest Night in Nashville, an event celebrating immigrant and refugee communities while raising funds for housing, employment, education and other resources for incoming families. The evening premiered a special multimedia partnership between NICE and Vanderbilt. Read more
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Vanderbilt Showcases AI Research and Expertise at Campus-based Congressional Briefing
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The Office of Federal Relations hosted Tennessee-based congressional staff on campus for a briefing on artificial intelligence. Leaders and experts from Vanderbilt showcased the university’s pioneering work in the field. Read more
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Vanderbilt Launches New Greater Nashville Venture Capital Association
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The Greater Nashville Venture Capital Association launches, uniting forces for Middle Tennessee startups and unveiling a new era in the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Read more
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Shop with Purpose: Explore the Vanderbilt Holiday Gift Guide
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When you shop the Vanderbilt Holiday Gift Guide, you help reduce barriers to a Vanderbilt education. Proceeds from the sale of licensed merchandise go toward Opportunity Vanderbilt, a financial aid program that meets 100 percent of every undergraduate student’s demonstrated financial need without loans. Shop Now
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Introducing the New GCR Website
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Exciting news! Our brand-new GCR website is now live. Dive in to explore valuable resources and discover Vanderbilt's impactful community involvement and advocacy work across all levels of government. Visit now
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This newsletter highlights just a few of our favorite stories from the past month. If you want to know more about what you read here, or any of the work of our great university and how VU can help your community, please don’t hesitate to contact our office.
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