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May 11, 2026
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Class of 2026 called to make bold plans and embrace meaningful challenge
Graduates celebrate at 2026 Commencement.
What does it mean to live a life worthy of a Vanderbilt education? Chancellor Daniel Diermeier called on the Class of 2026 to take their extraordinary education, research opportunities and strong collaborative values to boldly live out the university’s motto, Crescere aude, dare to grow. Relive the excitement and accomplishment as we celebrate the graduating Class of 2026. Read More
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Bestselling author, happiness researcher Arthur Brooks gives Class of 2026 a special homework assignment
Arthur Brooks speaks during Graduates Day 2026. Chancellor Daniel Diermeier and Provost C. Cybele Raver smile while sitting behind him.
If there’s ever a time to ask yourself the big questions, it’s while sitting at the edge of college graduation and on the precipice of possibility. At Graduates Day, thousands of soon-to-be Vanderbilt alumni gathered in Memorial Gymnasium with their families to celebrate this momentous occasion. Arthur C. Brooks, award-winning author, professor, and scholar of what it means to live a meaningful life, challenged students to think about this quest for happiness during his keynote address. Read More
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Vanderbilt University honors emeritus and emerita faculty
Vanderbilt University honored 50 retiring faculty members on May 8 for their years of service by bestowing upon them the title of emerita or emeritus faculty during Vanderbilt’s Commencement ceremony at FirstBank Stadium.
Vanderbilt University honored 50 retiring faculty members on May 8 for their years of service by bestowing upon them the title of emerita or emeritus faculty during Vanderbilt’s Commencement ceremony at FirstBank Stadium. Read More
The 2026 Founder's Medalists pose for a photo at Graduates Day.
Vanderbilt University recognized the 2026 Founder’s Medalists for their remarkable scholarly dedication and outstanding achievements during the Graduates Day event on May 7 as part of the Commencement celebration.
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Nashville Business Journal: What's in Vanderbilt University's innovation district
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier is quoted.
 
Fast Company: Why women are looking for jobs for their unemployed husbands
Jessica Kennedy, associate professor of management, is quoted.
 
Tennessean: I researched misinformation, until the government stopped me
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