Family Weekend registration opens July 23

Join us for Family Weekend, Sept. 6–8! We encourage families to arrive early to take advantage of the many activities on Friday—exclusive tours, information sessions, the University Update and the Fall for the Arts festival. Cheer on the ’Dores Saturday night! Vandy football will host Alcorn State at FirstBank Stadium on Sept. 7 at 6:30 p.m.

Accommodations fill up quickly! Find planning resources like hotel discounts and things to do around Nashville on our Visiting Nashville page.

Be on the lookout for more detailed information about registration and football tickets.

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Volunteers needed for Move-In Day

Join us at Move-In and help us welcome our first-year families to campus! If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out the form below.

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Share your favorite Nashville spots

Nashville is full of flavor for all occasions, from casual coffee spots to formal dinners. Help us create the ultimate dining and experience guide by submitting your favorite Music City recommendations! The deadline to submit is July 31, and the full list will be shared with all Vanderbilt families.

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Parents and family insurance webinar hosted by Academic HealthPlans

Representatives from Academic HealthPlans and Vanderbilt’s Student Care Network will equip you with essential knowledge on health insurance and renters’ coverage. Discover the benefits of these plans, learn important insurance terms and receive valuable tips to ensure your student’s well-being.

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Upcoming Vanderbilt Chapter and regional events

Commodore Launches

Commodore Launches are a decades-long tradition focused on welcoming incoming students and parents to the Vanderbilt community. Join fellow students, parents and alumni as we welcome our newest Commodores and launch their Vanderbilt experience!

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Chancellor announces 2024 Faculty Fellows

College of Arts and Science restructures dean’s office; Schachter assumes new role as senior associate dean of academic affairs

The Rev. James M. Lawson Papers now digitized and available to public, expanding reach of late civil rights leader’s work

Vanderbilt, mayor’s office announce Nashville Innovation Alliance

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