Vanderbilt Families
Welcome, Vanderbilt parents and families. Find information here to get involved with the university, support your student’s needs, plan visits to campus, and more.
What Sets Us Apart
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Belonging
We know that student success is rooted in a deep sense of belonging, feeling accepted and having the resources to realize their full potential.
We know that student success is rooted in a deep sense of belonging, feeling accepted and having the resources to realize their full potential. -
Self-Direction
We believe that personal purpose can only be found through relentless exploration and challenge.
We believe that personal purpose can only be found through relentless exploration and challenge. -
Radical Collaboration
We value collaboration over competition, breaking down silos to pursue personal discovery and research opportunities to impact our world.
We value collaboration over competition, breaking down silos to pursue personal discovery and research opportunities to impact our world. -
Continual Growth
We remain open to new perspectives, people, challenges and ideas so we can be change agents. We never stop growing and achieving.
We remain open to new perspectives, people, challenges and ideas so we can be change agents. We never stop growing and achieving.
Quick Guide
Get to know Vanderbilt!
“Vanderbilt offers so many opportunities not just academically but also through its vibrant setting in Nashville and through the incredible individuals in the community.”
VU Parent, Leslie Ilany
Preparing for Arrival?
Find helpful information like expected communications, what to pack, informational webinars and more all in one place!
Transfer Parent?
Vanderbilt recognizes that although transfer students and parents are not new to the college experience, they are new to our campus community. Find tools and information you need to help your student's transition be as seamless and successful as possible.
Not getting communications?
Our office sends a monthly newsletter, invitations for educational events and volunteer opportunities. Please update your information to be added to our distribution list.
Connect with Other Commodores
As parents, family, and supporters of a Vanderbilt student, we encourage you to find fun, productive ways to support your student during their time at VU.
Know Who to Call
Vanderbilt has several resources that can help students in all areas of life: academically, mentally, emotionally and physically.
Get Involved
Parents are vital members of our vibrant, global Vanderbilt community. We encourage you to learn what sets us apart, share the message, and become part of something greater as we strive to accomplish our mission.
Ways to be an active member of the VU parent community
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Become an Ambassador
Join a team of family leaders with opportunities in your local area, virtually, and on campus.
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Volunteer
Support the career center, recruiting efforts, new Vanderbilt families, and more.
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Give
Gifts to the university contribute to furthering our mission of academic excellence, innovative discovery, and service through leadership. Your gift can make a difference today for our students.
Attend Events
Chapter Events
Parents are invited to attend Vanderbilt Chapter events. Come out and meet fellow Vanderbilt parents and alumni in your area.
Family Weekend
Come to campus to visit your student and take advantage of a full weekend of events including a Conversation with the Chancellor, tours, information sessions, a Commodore football game, tailgate, and more!
Family Weekend 2024 will be held September 6-8, 2024.
Stay Informed
The Commodore Connection is a monthly e-newsletter for Vanderbilt parents and guardians. It includes announcements about events and key university happenings, as well as updates on strategic university priorities such as Opportunity Vanderbilt, Experience Vanderbilt, Student Care Network, and more.
View the latest edition of the Commodore Connection.
Need to update your contact information? Fill out this form or email us at parents@vanderbilt.edu to sign up for the newsletter.
Get Access to our Facebook Group
Join the Facebook group to connect with other Vanderbilt parents and family members.