Inclusion at Vanderbilt

Vanderbilt University is collaborating with Pepsi , Hoopbus and Metro Parks to introduce an all-new outdoor basketball court at Watkins Park in North Nashville. Join us, June 15 from 11am-5pm at Watkins Park to partake in the festivities!

"Vanderbilt dares to grow. And you—our community of alumni, students, families, faculty, staff and friends –are part of this ambitious journey. See highlights from the #DareToGrow launch celebrating the next chapter of our collective evolution." vu.edu/daretogrow

Giving Day is this Thursday, April 27th! #DaretoGrow with us by giving generously to support our mission to make Vanderbilt University an environment where equity, diversity and inclusion are inseparable from institutional excellence! The link to give is in our Linktree!

Only a few more weeks on campus, 'Dores! Take a look at our upcoming graduate recognition ceremonies!

Happy Earth Day, 'Dores! Let's reflect on our collective impact and renew our commitment to creating a greener future!

Eid Mubarak, 'Dores!

(2/2) The winning mural will be painted onto a newly refurbished public basketball court in North Nashville and the winning student will receive a $500 cash prize from the Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Submissions are due Friday, April 21, 2023.

(1/2) Vanderbilt’s Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Vanderbilt Athletics are hosting a mural design competition that is open to all Vanderbilt students over the age of 18.

This week on campus, @vuprojectsafe is continuing their advocacy for sexual assault awareness! Mark your calendars and make plans to attend more events in the upcoming days!

Dr. Keivan Stassun, Director of the Frist Center for Autism and Innovation and a professor of Astronomy and Physics at Vanderbilt University, is dedicated to promoting the talents and abilities of individuals on the autism spectrum. Swipe through to read our Q&A with Dr. Stassun!

Join Dr. Andre L. Churchwell and Dr. Harold J. Bursztajn for a talk on Black and Jewish Allyship: A Personal Story. The talk will take place on April 13 from 6-7pm in the Fireside Lounge at the Center for Spiritual and Religious Life. The programming will include refreshments!

Happy Easter Sunday, 'Dores! We are wishing you a joyous beginning to the Easter season!

(2/2) Scheduled between April 10-14, the programming will include a faculty panel, virtual workshops, discussions on financial literacy and wellness and more! Our full schedule of events, including registration information, can be found in our bio link.

(1/2) Join PersistVU, @vandyquestbridge and the Open Book Collective for a week of events that aim to broaden the Vanderbilt community’s understanding of the ways in which people and students from lower-income backgrounds experience and navigate systemic and social barriers!

Interested in joining a student org, Greek Life, or attending events next school year? Apply for Experience Vanderbilt and be awarded up to $500 for student experiences! Experience Vanderbilt removes monetary boundaries to getting involved on YOUR campus- be sure to apply now!

Happy Passover, 'Dores!

STUDENT FEATURE! Maddy Pinto is a first-year student majoring in Computer Science and Economics. Swipe to hear her experience as a woman in STEM at Vanderbilt!

Vanderbilt University was founded 150 years ago today! Join us in celebrating our sesquicentennial year by commenting what makes you proud to be part of the Commodore community. #VU150 💛🖤

This upcoming Thursday, March 23, Residential Colleges and the Margaret Cuninggim Women's Center welcome bestselling author Julie Lythcott-Haims to present the 2023 Lecture on Women, Leadership, and Engaged Citizenship. This lecture is free and open to the Vanderbilt Community!

As we prepare to enter the month of Ramadan, we send our warmest wishes to our Muslim student community at Vanderbilt! To support students during this time, Vanderbilt Campus Dining will begin offering Iftar and Suhoor meals starting on March 22nd! Ramadan Kareem!