Get Involved
Be an active part of the Vanderbilt community
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. As a parent, you too can be a part of their college experience by building and maintaining meaningful engagement with the University. Here are just a few ways to stay connected and help make Vanderbilt University the best it can be for your student.
Get Involved Locally
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Parent and Family Socials
Want to meet other Vanderbilt Families in your area? Parent Socials are a wonderful opportunity for VU families to engage with one another on a regional level and foster deeper connections in a small, casual setting.
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Vanderbilt Chapters
Vanderbilt Chapters are part of a vibrant Vanderbilt experience. They provide a great way to connect alumni, parents, students, and friends worldwide. Each chapter's volunteer leadership, with assistance from the Alumni Association, plan and implement a full calendar of events.
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Vanderbilt Parent Ambassadors (VPA)
By being a Vanderbilt Parent Ambassador, parents can be involved where and when they want. We have opportunities in your local area, virtually, and on campus. We hope you will join our team!
Get Involved On Campus
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Parent Ambassador Council (PAC)
Parent Ambassador Council members are invited parent ambassadors of the parent community representing the four undergraduate schools, class years, and regions. Council members are top parent leaders waving the black and gold flag in their local communities and at Vanderbilt events. Working with the University to support Vanderbilt's commitment to the interdisciplinary research enterprise and inclusive excellence.
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Parent Leadership Committee (PLC)
Parent Leadership Committee members are committed to investing in Vanderbilt and its future. The group is composed of parent donors who make an annual gift of $25,000 or more to any university program that is meaningful to their student and family.
Get Involved By Giving
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Give to Vanderbilt
As parents of current students, you can see firsthand the extraordinary opportunities that Vanderbilt provides to your student's academic and broader student life. With your partnership, Vanderbilt continues to build and grow these successes. Parent participation is a key element in this momentum. Every gift - no matter the size - helps support the dynamic Vanderbilt community to which we all belong. You can give to your child's school or a specific university area that is meaning to you and your family.