Commodore Compass is designed to facilitate networking, professional development, and personal growth opportunities within the Vanderbilt community. The platform matches mentees with mentors who can provide guidance, share experiences, and help navigate educational and career milestones.
Whether you are looking for short-term, one-time advice, or a long-term mentor, Commodore Compass can help match your interests with individuals who can help.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this resource, please email commodorecompass@vanderbilt.edu.
For Students
Embark on a journey of discovery during your time at Vanderbilt. Commodore Compass is designed to provide you with personal and professional growth opportunities by connecting you with Vanderbilt alumni dedicated to helping you navigate your educational and career paths. With Commodore Compass, you'll find a community ready to support and guide you to success.
Why Join Commodore Compass?
Easier Mentorship Access
With a few clicks, connect with Vanderbilt alumni.
Streamlined Communication
Find mentors, send messages, and schedule meetings—all in one place.
Find community and network
Connect with groups based on interests.
Students FAQs
For Alumni
Your impact and ongoing relationship with Vanderbilt are as unique as you are. We want to celebrate and engage with your specific experiences and interests. By guiding students, you will not only enrich individual lives but also shape the university’s future, ensuring a legacy of growth and success for the entire Vanderbilt community.
- Expand Your Network: Engage with bright minds at Vanderbilt, meet fellow alumni, and enjoy the camaraderie of a vibrant community committed to mutual growth and support.
- Cultivate Legacy and Impact: Your participation not only helps mold future leaders but also contributes to the vitality and progress of the Vanderbilt community.
- Valuable Mentorship Role: Share the insights and lessons you’ve learned to mentor students in a meaningful way. Your wisdom can make a significant difference in a student's career and life choices.
Alumni FAQs
For Faculty
Vanderbilt faculty possess a wealth of knowledge and a passion for guiding the intellectual and professional growth of students. Commodore Compass offers a unique platform for you to extend your influence beyond the classroom, helping to shape the professional journeys of students and fostering a rich culture of mentorship within our community.
- Expert Influence: Use your academic and professional expertise to mentor students in their pursuit of knowledge and career aspirations.
- Cultivate Connections: Build relationships that extend learning opportunities, encourage collaboration, and enhance the academic experience for Vanderbilt scholars.
- Contribute to Growth: Play an integral role in developing the next generation of leaders. Your mentorship can spread the spirit of innovation and inquiry that defines Vanderbilt.
Faculty FAQs
For Staff
At Vanderbilt, staff members are key players in shaping an environment conducive to learning and personal development. Commodore Compass offers you the chance to stretch your professional boundaries by connecting with colleagues across campus, learning new skills, and playing a more active role in the university's educational mission.
- Professional Development: Take advantage of opportunities to grow by learning from peers and exploring other areas of expertise within the Vanderbilt community.
- Campus Community Engagement: Commodore Compass is not only for mentorship but also fosters connections that can lead to job shadowing, skill exchanges, and community building.
- Enhance Student Experience: Your unique insights and experiences can directly influence student development, contributing to a culture of excellence at Vanderbilt.
Staff FAQs
