The Campus Network

Vanderbilt is building a connected network of campuses and strategic initiatives that extends the university's mission beyond Nashville.

Each location is designed to leverage the strengths of its region while remaining fully integrated with Vanderbilt's academic standards, institutional values, and strategic priorities.

Together, these campuses create new opportunities for learning, research, innovation, partnership, and engagement.

What is the Campus Network?

The campus network is Vanderbilt’s growing ecosystem of campuses and strategic initiatives designed to extend the university’s impact beyond Nashville.

Each location leverages the unique strengths of its region while remaining fully connected to Vanderbilt’s mission, academic standards and long-term priorities.

Together, these campuses create new opportunities for students, faculty, researchers, alumni and partners while strengthening Vanderbilt’s national and global presence.

Campus Network — Vanderbilt University’s network of campuses and research hubs

Current Initiatives

Vanderbilt University–New York City

Expanding opportunities for experiential learning, professional engagement, and academic programming in one of the world's most dynamic cities.

Learn about Vanderbilt in New York

Vanderbilt University - West Palm Beach

Creating a hub for innovation, business, education, and community partnership in South Florida.

Our latest update

Vanderbilt University - San Francisco

Building a new model that connects creativity, design, technology, entrepreneurship, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The San Francisco Announcement

Institute for Quantum Innovation

Advancing research, education, and industry partnerships at the forefront of quantum science and artificial intelligence.

Why Chattanooga?

How We Support the Campus Network

Operational Planning

Developing the operational models that support new campuses.

Governance

Creating governance structures that align each location with Vanderbilt's mission and institutional priorities.

Implementation

Coordinating cross-functional teams responsible for launching new initiatives.

Partnerships

Working across the university and with external stakeholders to support long-term success.

Campus Network Leadership

The Campus Network is led by Vice Chancellor Darren Reisberg and supported by an Associate Vice Chancellor and Executive Director at each campus, helping translate strategy into impact.

Joel Poelhuis

Associate Vice Chancellor and Executive Director, Campus Network
James Kellerhouse

Associate Vice Chancellor and Executive Director, Vanderbilt University–New York City
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Division of Operations and the Campus Network