Experience Nashville  

At Vanderbilt, some of the best memories happen both on campus and across Nashville—from time with friends on Alumni Lawn to exploring local coffee shops, concerts and neighborhoods around the city. Students often describe their “perfect Vanderbilt day” as a mix of campus traditions and Nashville adventures, and Vanderbilt students can also take advantage of exclusive student discounts and perks throughout Music City. 

Student Tickets 

All Vanderbilt students receive free admission to home athletic events. For Football, Volleyball, Soccer, Men’s and Women’s Basketball, and Baseball, tickets must be claimed in advance of the game. Tickets are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. For all other sports, tickets are not required. 

Dore Rewards  

Dore Rewards is a student rewards app for students: attend events, check in and earn points! Points can be redeemed throughout the year for prizes.  

Learn more about Dore Rewards

Download Dore Rewards in the Apple App Store 

Download Dore Rewards in Google Play Store  

Vanderbilt Athletics Traditions

"Anchor Down” is our “rally cry” for Vandy Athletics! Say it to fellow students, passing someone wearing Vandy gear or use it in a hashtag on social media! 

VU hand sign: Throw up the “V-U” hand sign to show your Vandy pride in photos, around campus or at athletics events! Tip: Be sure to use your right hand for the official “V-U” hand sign on camera!

Anchor Drop: A tradition before every home football game where a special guest or group is honored at midfield. 

“Dynamite" is our Fight Song, which you will hear several times at all our games! Learn More 

Mr. C, Vanderbilt’s Mascot

Mr. Commodore, aka Mr. C, the mascot for Vanderbilt University, has led students and athletes to unparalleled success since 1873.  He has undergone many transformations, but one thing remains constant: his passion for Vandy. You can find Mr. C at Vanderbilt Athletics events, around Nashville or on campus.  

Learn more about Mr. C 

Follow Mr. C on X

Follow Mr. C on Instagram

Your Support Matters! 

It is no secret that student support at Vanderbilt athletic events plays a vital role in creating a strong, competitive atmosphere for our teams. When students show up, bring energy and fill the stands, it gives student-athletes an extra boost of motivation and pride as they represent the university. Beyond the impact on the game, that support helps build a sense of community and school spirit and creates a championship-winning atmosphere! 

Quotes from coaches about the importance of student support:

“We need our student body support to help create a big home field advantage and continue to make the Plex a tough place for our opponents to play. Our home record has been fantastic over the past few seasons, and it will continue to be a vibrant and exciting environment to be a part of.”— Darren Ambrose, Soccer 

“To me, student attendance and support at sporting events is a huge part of the success in the teams. You feel the support of your community and the collective pride in who and what Vanderbilt represents. Support from your peers carries a different weight—their energy provides a real impact.” — Josie Barnes, Bowling 

“We don't want our home crowds to simply watch games, we want them to influence them, and students are the driving force behind that environment. The louder our student section, the more the girls feed off the energy to give a true home-field advantage.” — Beth Hewitt, Lacrosse 

“A great student section is about more than filling seats. It’s about swinging the momentum of a tight match, impressing the nation’s top recruits and elevating the pride our athletes feel wearing Vanderbilt across their chest. Choosing to be a Commodore means choosing to be different, so let’s prove it with the best student sections in the SEC across all of our sports!” — Anders Nelson, Volleyball