Public-Facing Policies

The Formal Grievance Protocol (“FGP”) is a part of Vanderbilt University’s (“Vanderbilt”) Sexual
Misconduct Policy. The FGP addresses allegations of certain types of sexual misconduct as
defined in accordance with the Title IX Regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106) and the processes for
responding to these allegations. Click here to view this policy.

Vanderbilt prohibits and seeks to eliminate all forms of Sexual Misconduct, including Sexual
Harassment and Sexual Assault. Under federal law, Vanderbilt has a duty to take steps to
prevent and address the effects of Sexual Misconduct. Click here to view this policy.

This policy is intended to allow spectators to access the competition area and celebrate when appropriate, while always prioritizing the safety of game participants and upholding applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Click here to view this policy.

The policy outlines adornment requirements for Vanderbilt’s annual Commencement ceremonies. Click here to view this policy.

It is the policy of Vanderbilt University to only allow animals that meet the requirements of this policy on campus grounds or inside University buildings. Click here to view this policy.

This policy outlines the guidelines and principles governing the use of Vanderbilt’s IT assets and resources by the entire Vanderbilt community, including faculty, staff, students, contractors, and affiliates. Click here to view this policy.

Vanderbilt University is committed to ensuring fair compensation to all camp staff and the following all applicable SEC and NCAA guidelines. This Camp Hiring and Compensation Policy serves to protect both camp staff and camp attendees. Click here to view this policy.

The purpose of this policy is to comply with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (commonly referred to as the “Clery Act”). Click here to view this policy..

Vanderbilt University prohibits conflicts of interest with the responsibilities of officers, employees or agents of the university with respect to education loans for students. The university shall comply with, administer, enforce, prominently publish on its website(s) and annually inform officers, employees and agents of the university who have responsibilities with respect to education loans of the Financial Aid Code of Conduct. Click here to view this policy.

The purpose of the Vanderbilt University Conflict of Interest and Commitment Policy (“Policy”)
is to set forth a policy statement regarding Conflicts of Interest and Commitment and to provide
guidelines to protect the University and its mission. Click here to view this policy.

This policy provide guidance for the appropriate use of information technology resources by Vanderbilt employees. In some circumstances, this policy applies to communications and/or equipment not owned by Vanderbilt. Click here to view this policy.

Vanderbilt University is committed to a culture of integrity, ethical behavior, and legal compliance. All employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with these values when performing their job responsibilities or representing the University in any capacity. Employees must be familiar with and follow Vanderbilt University policies and must comply with all legal obligations. Click here to view this policy.

Use of Vanderbilt Athletics facilities, other than for team practices and competitions, must be scheduled and formally approved in advance through the documented process. Click here to view this policy.

This policy outlines expectations and guidelines for interns and observers at Vanderbilt University. Click here to view this policy.

Vanderbilt limits and controls keys to university facilities and spaces. Keys and locks for university facilities and spaces are the property of Vanderbilt University and should be obtained and managed in accordance with this policy. Click here to view this policy.

This policy states expectations in the use of Vanderbilt's libraries. Click here to view this policy.

The purpose of this policy is to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local laws, foster Vanderbilt’s interactions with government officials at all levels, and uphold employees' rights to free speech and expression. Click here to view this policy.

Vanderbilt University welcomes members of the news media to campus as part of our mission to share pathbreaking research and faculty expertise. As we are a private university, neither the public nor members of the media have a right to unrestricted access to Vanderbilt students, staff or properties. Click here to view this policy.

The purpose of this policy is to create a connection between the physical campus and the Vanderbilt community at large, increase the aesthetic beauty of the campus landscape, and cover costs of the purchase and installation of these elements. Click here to view this policy.

Vanderbilt University is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment, ensuring equal access and opportunity in all aspects of university life. Click here to view this policy.

Vanderbilt University requires all employees to act ethically and with integrity when in their
professional role or otherwise representing the university. Employees, through their actions,
contribute directly to creating a culture of compliance at the university. Employees must be familiar with and follow Vanderbilt policies and must comply with all legal obligations. Click here to view this policy.

This policy permits the use of Electric Personal Transportation Vehicles (EPTVs) used as Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices (OPDMDs) by individuals with disabilities, provided the lithium-ion batteries meet safety standards and the devices are properly stored and charged only in the individual’s assigned residential facility. Click here to view this policy.

The Athletics Department retains the right to refuse purchase to known brokers. Vanderbilt Athletics reserves the right to cancel purchases from patrons who are habitually purchasing for the purpose of reselling. Click here to view this policy.

The Vanderbilt University general policy for sports training camps and clinics hosted on campus or by Vanderbilt Athletics defines a sports camp or clinic and lists the requirements for leadership and adherence to NCAA and SEC rules. Click here to view this policy.

Vanderbilt University has developed this policy to ensure the safety of all camp/clinic attendees and staff. This policy outlines procedures of camp advertisement and operation, as well as emergency procedures and camper conduct expectations. Click here to view this policy.

The Vanderbilt Athletics Department ticket refund policy indicates all ticket sales are final and no refund or replacements shall be given for lost, stolen, damaged, destroyed, or forgotten tickets. Click here to view this policy.

This policy ensures that travel and business expenses incurred on behalf of the university comply with external and internal requirements. Click here to view this policy.

Vanderbilt University understands the importance of assisting the media in providing coverage of the institution, its athletics programs, administrators, coaches and student-athletes. Our goal is to disseminate information as widely, uniformly and fairly as possible using normally accepted media standards. Click here to view this policy. 

Vanderbilt University Communications and Marketing welcomes comments from its readers, listeners and viewers on its various social media presences, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and more. The purpose of this policy is to ensure our web and social media presences to be forums for rich and lively discussion or just a meeting of the minds, on all of the news that tells Vanderbilt’s story. Click here to view this policy.

The purpose of this policy is to establish the criteria and guidelines for individuals to volunteer in the Department of Student Athletics.  Click here to view this policy.

To ensure that Vanderbilt community members have access to the services and facilities that they are entitled to, it is necessary at times for our community members to provide photo identification. For this purpose, Vanderbilt Card Services provides photo identification credentials to patrons. Click here to view this policy.

Vanderbilt University strictly prohibits the use, possession, or storage of firearms, ammunition, explosives, fireworks, and other weapons on campus or while in attendance at university-sponsored activities. This policy ensures compliance with applicable state law while safeguarding the Vanderbilt community. Click here to view this policy.