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Student Life

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Learning Beyond the Classroom

A student organization where your student forges lifelong friendships. Performing arts or sports where your student can share their talents. Volunteering in the community to help those in need.

At Vanderbilt University, your student's education goes beyond the four walls of a classroom. Whatever their interests or passions, there's a club or activity to help them find their community and make the most of their experience.

Find Their Community

Vanderbilt is home to over 500 registered student clubs and organizations, offering opportunities for every interest. From academic and professional organizations to cultural and religious groups, service organizations, club sports, performing arts, and just-for-fun activities, getting involved is one of the best ways for students to build friendships, develop leadership skills, and discover new passions. focused clubs and organizations dedicated to social causes to groups just for fun! Joining a club is a great way to build friendships, develop leadership skills and discover new interests. You can encourage your student to explore opportunities and find a community where they feel connected.  

For students interested in exploring fraternity and sorority life, Vanderbilt’s Greek community provides opportunities to build meaningful friendships, develop leadership skills, serve others, and make the most of their college experience. With organizations representing a wide range of traditions and experiences, students can discover a community where they can thrive. Learn more on the Greek Life website.  

Students can also find connection and support through Vanderbilt’s community centers, which foster belonging and celebrate a variety of experiences, and provide programs, resources, and spaces for students to build meaningful relationships across campus.  

Anchor Link is Vanderbilt’s online hub for student involvement. Students use Anchor Link to discover organizations, browse upcoming events, apply for membership opportunities, communicate with organization members, and stay informed about campus life. Every registered student organization, residence hall, and many university departments and programs maintain a presence on the platform, making it a central resource for getting involved.  

Does your student need help connecting with student organizations that align with their interests and goals? Encourage them to attend the Student Involvement Fair in the early fall semester and/or make an appointment with the Student Involvement team. 

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Student Care Network

The Student Care Network is a holistic network of services and resources pertaining to health and wellness available to all Vanderbilt University students who are assessed mandatory fees. 

A student's life can be stressful. As a family member you may recognize physical or emotional signs of distress in your student. When signs of difficulty arise, directing students to appropriate wellness resources can promote resilience and overall wellbeing. Effective support includes recognizing concerns, asking thoughtful questions, encouraging help-seeking, and connecting individuals with Student Care Network resources.  

You can report your concerns to the Student Care Coordination team so that your student can get additional support.  

More to Explore

  • Major and Career Exploration

    The Career center's primary goal is to help students gain clarity about their future. They offer a full range of services to help your student with whatever plans they have- be it a career, an internship, graduate study, a fellowship, a gap year, or an entrepreneurial endeavor.

    CAREER CENTER

  • Immersion Vanderbilt

    Immersion Vanderbilt provides undergraduate students with the opportunity to pursue their passions and cultivate intellectual interests through experiential learning. This intensive learning experience takes place in and beyond the classroom and culminates in the completion of a final project.

    IMMERSION VANDERBILT

  • Cheer on the Commodores

    All Vanderbilt students (enrolled undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral) have access to a free student ticket account and free tickets.

    This can be a great way to connect with others while cheering on the 'Dores!

    VANDERBILT STUDENT TICKETING

  • Study Abroad

    Vanderbilt University is committed to ensuring that study abroad is accessible and affordable for all students. Courses abroad can count toward your major or minor, and your financial aid package will follow you abroad.

    GLOBAL EDUCATION OFFICE

  • VU Recreation and Wellness Center

    The Vanderbilt David Williams II Recreation and Wellness Center enhances the student experience by cultivating diverse, meaningful connections and encouraging lifelong learning through programs and services that promote healthy lifestyles. In addition, the Rec Center offers Intramurals, Group Fitness Classes, and more!

    RECREATION AND WELLNESS CENTER

  • Community Centers

    The Vanderbilt Community Centers work to ensure that all students feel supported and accepted throughout their Vanderbilt journey.

    COMMUNITY CENTERS

Campus Contacts

Student Organizations, Leadership, and Service

Student Care Coordination

Career Center

Study Abroad

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.