Division of Administration
The Division of Administration sits at the heart of Vanderbilt’s daily operations, working across the university to ensure our campus functions with care, precision, and purpose. Through diverse departments and initiatives like Auxiliary Services, Public Safety, Equal Opportunity and Access, Dialogue Vanderbilt, and Vanderbilt University – New York City, we support the people who make Vanderbilt extraordinary.
Our Departments
Auxiliary Services supports the university's academic mission through innovative solutions, sustainable practices, and strategic partnerships. With a people-first approach, the team enhances efficiency, revenue, and overall value for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access ensures that all Vanderbilt community members have access to resources, support, and protections that promote fairness, prevent discrimination, and remove barriers to full participation in university life.
Public Safety provides comprehensive law enforcement and security services for the university's main campus, medical center, and other facilities.
Located in Manhattan’s Chelsea neighborhood, Vanderbilt’s New York City campus expands academic, professional, and community engagement opportunities, serving as a hub for learning, innovation, and connection in one of the world’s most dynamic cities.
Dialogue Vanderbilt advances the university’s commitment to free expression, civil discourse, and institutional neutrality through programs, research, and student engagement. Initiatives include speaker series, debate and dialogue labs, and national partnerships that foster respectful conversation around today’s most pressing issues.
At Vanderbilt, the Division of Administration plays a vital role in creating an environment where people and ideas can thrive. Our teams, ranging from Public Safety and Auxiliary Services to Dialogue Vanderbilt and our New York City campus, work every day to deliver the services and spaces that support the university’s mission. Grounded in our shared values of collaboration, innovation, and excellence, we are committed to delivering a campus experience where every member of the Vanderbilt community can do their best work and achieve their full potential.
Featured Initiatives
Dialogue Vanderbilt
In fall 2024, Dialogue Vanderbilt engaged over 4,500 participants through events, debates, and workshops. More than 450 students took part in Insight Debates on topics like institutional neutrality and TikTok's impact. The program also hosted distinguished visitors and organized the inaugural free speech debate competition with eight universities during the Global Free Speech Summit.
New York City campus
In September 2024, Vanderbilt University announced plans to expand its presence in New York City by leasing a historic campus in Chelsea, aiming to enhance opportunities for students, faculty, and alumni in collaboration with the local community.