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We are excited that your family has joined the Vanderbilt community. It is our hope that our office can connect you to the necessary resources and support services and answer any questions you may have about Vanderbilt.
At Vanderbilt University, first-generation college students - those from families in which neither parent has earned a four-year undergraduate degree - are called "Vandy Firsts." First-generation students are an integral part of our University community, contributing to the great diversity and the cultural and intellectual life of our high-achieving undergraduate student population. Vanderbilt University celebrates the abilities, strength, and resilience of our first-generation students and their family members, and we look forward to seeing you on campus.
Vanderbilt Parent and Family Programs is here to support your family every step of the way. Reach out to us anytime: parents@vanderbilt.edu.
A good place to start: The Road to Vanderbilt. Inside, you'll find a comprehensive source of information specifically curated for first-year students and their families. It outlines the requirements you must complete prior to your arrival on campus, important guidance about your transition into the university, and the many opportunities and resources Vanderbilt has to offer.
The Commodore Connection is the primary vehicle of communications with our parent community. As a monthly e-newsletter, we strive to engage and inform parents of key campus resources and updates. With additional consideration of highlighting strategic university priorities such as the residential experience, Opportunity Vanderbilt, Experience Vanderbilt, Student Care Network, and other university initiatives.
If you are not receiving our monthly Commodore Connection newsletters, please update your contact information here or email us at parents@vanderbilt.edu and we will add you to our distribution list.
Network First-Gen is a part of the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Their mission is to help students and parents to navigate the "hidden curriculum" of universities and colleges successfully which impacts first-generation students adversely.
Still need help finding what you're looking for? We'll be happy to point you in the right direction! Feel free to send us an email at parents@vanderbilt.edu.
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