Student Advisory Board

Maddie Freeland is a sophomore from San Francisco, CA. Maddie is majoring in physics and law, history, and society, with a minor in political science. In addition to the Dialogue Vanderbilt Student Advisory Board, Maddie is involved with Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity, 180 Degrees Consulting, Institute of National Security, Kappa Alpha Theta sorority, and conducts research for the physics department.

What is the best part about being on the Student Advisory Board?

The connection to students who really care about discourse and creating a strong culture of open and inclusive speech across campus

Noah Jenkins is a senior from Kissimmee, FL. Noah is majoring in economics and history and philosophy, with a minor in business. During his time as Student Advisor with Dialogue Vanderbilt, Noah has also been in a leadership position with the Vanderbilt College Republicans, and helped reestablish the College Republican/Democrat Debate as a highly anticipated annual series. As Noah prepares to graduate this year, he is interested in pursuing a legal career.

Which initiative have you enjoyed leading most?

Leading a dinner discussion with New York Times opinion writer David French

Caroline Weller is a junior from Pacific Palisades, CA, majoring in human and organizational development, and minoring in business and art history. Caroline is a first-year member of the Dialogue Vanderbilt Student Advisory Board, and she has joined students in creating content for social media and establishing community partnerships. Caroline will be studying abroad in Paris in spring 2026.

Why did you get involved in Dialogue Vanderbilt?

To help de-stigmatize open dialogue on contentious issues in a fun, community-oriented space