Upcoming Deadlines:

Academic or Religious Accommodation Requests 
June 30 

New students seeking dining or transportation accommodations due to limitations related to disability should contact Student Access (SA) as early as possible or prior to June 30; however, Student Access reviews requests throughout the year.  For students in Next Steps, please go to the Commodore Access Portal and submit a New Application. Select "Next Steps program" for affiliation. Once completed, select submit. You do NOT need to submit any documentation on the next page. Student Access will provide notetaking services and Next Steps will provide other academic modifications.

To receive reasonable accommodations for a sincerely held religious belief or practice, you should submit the Religious Reasonable Accommodation Request Form to Equal Opportunity and Access (EOA). The form must be completed before Vanderbilt can make any accommodation recommendations. Additional information is available online.

Need to Know:

Dining and Meal Plans

You can learn more about meal plans, Commodore Cash, Meal Money, and Taste of Nashville options on the Campus Dining website.

Students in Next Steps may purchase meal bundles (10 meals for $100) by calling the Card Office. Students may purchase Commodore Cash through the GET app.

For additional information on dining options, reach out to Chris Kennedy at chris.kennedy@vanderbilt.edu.

Want to explore dining options? Check out the full list of on-campus locations here.

Have specific dietary needs? Join us for the Special Dietary Accommodations Meeting on Friday, August 15, 4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. in The Commons Center, First Floor Dining Room.

Student Wellbeing:

Your wellbeing matters, and we’re here to support you as you transition to college. Explore the Student Care Network (SCN) and other helpful resources available on campus.

Before arriving, make sure you have an ample supply of medication and consider discussing a care plan with your healthcare provider. It is normal to experience a short wait for an appointment within the SCN, especially during busy periods of the year. We encourage you to reach out early to ensure you get the support you need when you need it.

If you have questions about transitioning care, the Student Health Center is here to help.

Student Organizations:

Vanderbilt has over 450 student organizations covering many interests, including:

Service and volunteer groups
Cultural and identity-based organizations
Arts and performance groups
Sports and recreation clubs
Greek life and student government

Explore student groups on Anchor Link and find organizations that interest you.

Belonging and Communities:

Student Affairs Belonging and Communities helps students find their place at Vanderbilt. They provide resources for all students, including:

First-generation college students
Students from low-income backgrounds
Military-connected students
Students with visible and invisible disabilities
Indigenous, Latinx, Black, Asian, Pacific Islander, and other cultural communities

Upcoming Events:

Next Steps Summer Orientation Reminder:
Monday, June 23 | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. in the Commons Lobby

We look forward to hosting you on campus on Monday, June 23, from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Please plan to meet us in the lobby of the Commons. During this summer orientation, you will meet with your advisor, get set up on necessary technology, complete a career exploration activity, and meet campus partners. Lunch will be provided in one of our on-campus dining halls. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring your cell phone, laptop, and charger. Be sure to have your VUnetID password saved.

Involvement Fair:
Friday, August 22 | 3:00-5:00 p.m. at the Recreation and Wellness Center

We encourage you to stop by the Student Involvement Fair to connect with student organizations and campus departments, receive free items, enjoy games, and meet members of the Vanderbilt community.