Inclusion at Vanderbilt

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Vanderbilt’s success as an institution is inextricably linked to our ability to nurture a university community that is inclusive and respectful of differences. As we strive to uphold the highest standards for scholarly research, teaching and service to the community and society at large, we must also value most highly diversity of perspective, equality, compassion and excellence in all endeavors.

Key Initiatives

Committee

Read the Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Report

Learn about CORE: strengthening ties between community and VUPD

Learn about the Dean of Students Social Justice and Identity Initiative

Discover the Vanderbilt Community Profile

News and Highlights

Actor and activist George Takei to deliver Chancellor’s Lecture Oct. 2

University administrators to launch staff listening tour Sept. 27

Robert Bullard, ‘father of environmental justice,’ to give keynote lecture Oct. 1

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with events in September, October

LGBTQI+ Faculty and Staff Reception is Sept. 23

Third annual March for Black Women in STEM is Oct. 12

Chancellor’s Lecturer Terry Crews urges Vanderbilt to embrace ‘culture of caring’

Posse Scholars program celebrates 30 years of impact at Vanderbilt

Wente announces new council to advance university’s efforts around diversity and inclusion; annual diversity reports released

Resources