Developed by the ELC, this guide supports international and multilingual members of the Vanderbilt community in preparing for, participating in, and reflecting on Dialogue Vanderbilt events. It highlights language and intercultural communication strategies that promote respectful and meaningful dialogue, reinforcing Vanderbilt University’s dedication to open inquiry and free expression.
Dialogue Vanderbilt, launched in 2023, is a campus-wide initiative designed to foster constructive engagement across diverse perspectives that encourages participants to articulate their ideas confidently, listen with openness, and pursue common understanding through civil discourse.