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Class of 2016 Parents

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Welcome to Vanderbilt! We are excited that your family will be joining the Vanderbilt community.

If you have not, please be sure to sign up for the First-Year Parent PreVU (e-newsletter) series. You can view past emails below.

May 28, 2012: Welcome Email

June 4, 2012: The Ingram Commons

June 19, 2012: Academic Resources

July 2, 2012: Student Life and Activities

July 16, 2012: Student Health and Wellness

July 30, 2012: Move In and CommonVU

August 13, 2012: Housing and Parent Programs

 

Below you will find important links and answers to frequently asked questions.

Parent Helpline: 1-877-887-2736 or parents@vanderbilt.edu

Important Links

Important Dates for Fall Semester 2012

  • August 18: First-Year student move-in begins at 7 a.m.
  • August 19-25: New Student Orientation (CommonVU)
  • August 19: Upperclass residence halls open at 9 a.m.
  • August 22: First day of class
  • October 4-5: Fall Break
  • October 12-14: Family Weekend
  • October 26-28: Homecoming
  • Novmeber 17: Residence halls close at 9 a.m. for Thanksgiving holidays
  • November 25: Residence halls re-open at 9 a.m.
  • December 6: Last day of classes for fall semester
  • December 7-15: Reading days and examinations
  • December 16: Residence halls close at 9 a.m. for winter break

See also: Academic Calendar | University Calendar