Government and Community Relations

The Division of Government and Community Relations (GCR) is responsible for the university’s advocacy with all levels of government and for setting advocacy goals and influencing policy. We lead community initiatives and mobilize Vanderbilt’s people and resources in the community in service of others.

We Advocate

Mobilizing Vanderbilt’s mission, research, and people, we seek to advance inclusive prosperity through community engagement and advocating for smart policy to create a profound ripple effect of positive change that extends far beyond our campus.

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Meet the Vice Chancellor

Nathan Green is vice chancellor for government and community relations at Vanderbilt University. He leads a 27 person team based in Nashville and Washington, D.C. that is responsible for the university’s advocacy work with all branches of government and for leading community initiatives and engagements....

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The Economic Impact of Vanderbilt

Our latest economic impact report highlights the significant economic benefits that Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center provide to our city, state and region. Together, our institutions made a $22.13 billion economic impact in 2024, and generated 120,000 jobs.

Vanderbilt's Impact in Your District

Our District Impact Report provides an interactive dashboard that illustrates the university’s contributions to each of Tennessee’s state House and Senate districts, as well as the state’s congressional districts. Viewers can see district-level data on employment, financial aid, community engagement, alumni presence, educational opportunities for K-12 students and more.


Advocacy Resources

At Vanderbilt University, freedom of expression is core to our mission, values and beliefs. Through the sharing of ideas, students, faculty and staff contribute to our institution’s mission of growth and discovery.


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