Undergraduate Reunion Schedule

Location: Great Room, Oliver C. Carmichael College, 2321 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37240

Make Check-in your first stop and pick up your Reunion materials for the weekend! Receive your name badge and more at the main Reunion HQ.

Historical Tour 

Departure from steps of Kirkland Hall

Take a stroll with University Archivist, Kathy Smith, as she recounts stories from the more than 150 years of Vanderbilt history. Attendees should plan on walking outside, mostly on sidewalks, for the duration of the tour. 

Vanderbilt Museum of Art Curator's Tour

Vanderbilt Museum of Art

Dr. Courtney Wilder leads a Curator’s Tour of her exhibition Paper Backs: Hidden Stories of European Prints from the Vanderbilt University Museum of Art Collection. Many of these 60 prints have never been seen before.  On exhibit through December 7, 2025.  VUMA open from 11am to 9pm September 19. Visit https://www.vanderbilt.edu/art-museum/ to learn more.

Location: Rothschild Great Room, Rothschild College, 2401 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203

In its first year, the Vanderbilt University Institute of National Security launched a cutting-edge national security minor, secured more than 25 top-tier internships for students, hosted visionaries like OpenAI’s Sam Altman at its Summit on Modern Conflict and Emerging Threats, and continues to produce headline-making research.

Join us for this exclusive session with founding director and retired four-star general Paul M. Nakasone, former Director of the NSA and Commander of U.S. Cyber Command. Learn how nearly 40 years on the frontlines of U.S. national security shaped his vision for the Institute and why he believes Vanderbilt students are vital to the security and prosperity of our country. Gen. Nakasone will also be joined by an affiliated faculty member to discuss how the Institute’s Wicked Problems Lab—an innovation and policy incubator—is capturing national attention in outlets including The New York Times, Axios, and WIRED.

Location: Community Event Space, 24th Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37240

Connect with APIDA (Asian Pacific Islander Desi American) community, including AAVA (APIDA Association of Vanderbilt Alumni), the Department of Asian Studies, students, faculty and staff. A mini-lecture from Professor Ben Tran will begin at 10 a.m., alongside coffee and breakfast bites. All are welcome!

Inquiries: Jess Abbattista, Director of Affinity Networks, jess.m.abbattista@vanderbilt.edu

Location: Sarratt Cinema, Sarratt Student Center, 2301 Vanderbilt Place, Nashville, TN, 37240

As volleyball returns to Vanderbilt for the first time in 45 years, join us for an engaging conversation with Head Coach Anders Nelson. Learn about his passion for the sport, his reflections on the season to date and why this is an important step in Vandy United and athletics at Vanderbilt and the SEC. Nelson will be joined by additional guests. 

Location: Commodore Ballroom, Student Life Center, 310 25th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37212

A "don't-miss" opportunity to hear from University Leadership and Dr. Kelly Goldsmith, Professor of Marketing and Faculty Director of Hoogland Undergraduate Business Program and Ingram Scholars Program.

Location: Library Lawn, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, 37240

Enjoy lunch from a collection of Nashville's own food trucks! Play games and listen to student and alumni engagement during this family-friendly afternoon event.

Location: The Wond'ry, 2414 Highland Avenue, Nashville, TN 37213 

Calling all Innovators, Designers, Change-Makers, Creators, Inventors, and Entrepreneurs!  

Be sure to visit the Wond’ry, Vanderbilt’s Center for Innovation, Making, and Design, and learn about how the Wond’ry serves the entire campus community, creating transformative value by helping bold ideas grow into new real-world products, processes, services, and ventures. Whether identifying user needs, building functional prototypes, or tackling tough challenges through human-centered design, the Wond’ry offers innovators the courses, tools, expertise, and community they need for a successful innovation journey—even after graduation! 

Spark your imagination with a behind-the-scenes look, and experience the tools, meet the people, and explore recent projects that have moved innovation, invention, and creative expression to the core of campus life. 

Location: Jean and Alexander Heard Central Library, Lobby, 419 21st Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203

Join the Special Collections and University Archives team for an exciting look at Vanderbilt’s history through artifacts that tell the story of our university. There will be a wide range of items to view and interact with, including vintage cheerleading uniforms, pin-back buttons, fraternity paddles, and other items that will be familiar to alumni. Perhaps you can tell us some stories about these objects that even we don’t know! Photo opportunities will be encouraged. Additionally, the Dare to Grow exhibit will be available for guests to peruse; the exhibit chronicles the history of Vanderbilt from 1945-2025. 

See campus from a different perspective and join one of the unique VU walking tours. 

Arboretum and Botanical Tour 

Departure from Rand Terrace

Join James Moore, University Landscape Architect, on a tour of the Arboretum within the historic core of campus. Along the way, he will discuss the trees of the Arboretum, the history of campus design, and how the University is planning for the future. Attendees should plan on walking outside, mostly on sidewalks, for the duration of the tour.

Athletics Tour 

Departure from Memorial Gymnasium 

Vandy United: What’s New, What’s Next  

Join members of Vanderbilt Athletics for exciting insight into some of our newest spaces and hear what’s next for the future of Athletics. The path will include a mix of indoor/outdoor opportunities, and guests should be prepared to walk near active construction areas.

Peabody Historical Tour

Departure from front steps of Wyatt Center 

Join Chris Hastings, Peabody College Archivist, on a walking tour through the historic Peabody College campus. Learn about the college's institutional history and its buildings with stories and facts pulled straight from the archives. Attendees should plan on walking outside, mostly on sidewalks, for the duration of the tour.

Admissions Tour

Departure from corner of Alumni Lawn nearest E. Bronson Ingram

Join a current VU student to learn about the Vanderbilt’s student experience today, including some longtime favorite places on campus, as well as new ones! Attendees should plan on walking outside, mostly on sidewalks, for the duration of the tour.

Location: Commodore Ballroom, Student Life Center, 310 25th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37212

Join us for a special live recording of Quantum Potential, Vanderbilt’s podcast spotlighting bold academic leadership and research innovation, during Reunion Weekend. Provost C. Cybele Raver sits down with Matthew Johnson-Roberson, the inaugural dean of the new College of Connected Computing, to discuss how Vanderbilt is reimagining computing education and research for the 21st century. From AI to robotics to interdisciplinary breakthroughs, hear how Dean Johnson-Roberson is shaping the future of computing at Vanderbilt—and beyond. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a dynamic conversation at the intersection of technology, education, and visionary leadership. 

Many of our Greek Houses will be opening their doors to welcome alumni back for Reunion weekend! For a complete list of participating houses, and other Greek events, visit our Greek Events page.

Location: CLACX Office, Room 140 and Garrido Cafecito Lounge, Garland Hall, Nashville, TN 37240

Join the Vanderbilt Association of Hispanic and Latinx Alumni (VAHLA), and your favorite professors, and meet current students on campus for a community conversation with the Center for Latin American, Caribbean, and Latinx Studies (CLACX). Director of CLACX, Celso Castilho, will present a short talk alongside food and refreshments. All are welcome!

Inquiries: Gretchen Selcke, Assistant Director, Center for Latin American, Caribbean, and Latinx Studies gretchen.s.selcke@vanderbilt.edu

Location: The K.C. Potter Center, Euclid, 2304 Vanderbilt Pl, Nashville, TN 37203

The Office of LGBTQI Life and the LGBTQIA+ Association of Vanderbilt Alumni (LAVA) invite you to a LGBTQIA+ reunion celebration at the K.C. Potter Center. Connect with community and LGBTQIA+ history as Sarah Calise, Curator of Community Histories, shows LGBTQIA+ VU archives. Hors d'oeuvres and refreshments provided. Special remarks by Sarah Calise at 3:30 p.m. regarding the curated collection. All are welcome!

Office of LGBTQI Life, lgbtqi@vanderbilt.edu

Location: Community Event Space, 208 24th Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37240

Join the Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center (BCC) and Association of Vanderbilt Black Alumni (AVBA) to connect with community at a reception/mixer with food, beverage and speeches from BVU leaders. All are welcome!

Location: Curry Field, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, 37240

University Leadership invites all Volunteer Reunion Committee Members to a special cocktail reception in recognition of their outstanding service and the impact they have made. This event is by invitation only and is extended to all 2025 Reunion volunteers. 

50th Reunion Volunteers will be recognized at their Quinq induction ceremony on Sunday.

Location: Symphony Ballroom, Loews Vanderbilt Hotel, 2100 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN, 37203

All Quinqs 1974 and prior are invited to reconnect with classmates and friends at the Quinq dinner. The classes of 1965 and 1970 will receive special recognition as they celebrate their 55th or 60th Reunion. Share Vanderbilt memories and make new ones during this cocktail reception and seated dinner!

Inquiries: Andra DeVincenzo (andra.p.devincenzo@vanderbilt.edu)

Location: Patterson Ballroom, Kimpton Aertson Hotel, 2021 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203

Reconnect with classmates at your unforgettable 50th Reunion class party! Enjoy a cocktail reception and seated dinner, with music and dancing, to cap off this milestone event.

Inquiries: Andra DeVincenzo (andra.p.devincenzo@vanderbilt.edu)

Location: Alumni Lawn, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, 37240 

Classes of 1995, 2000, 2005, 2010, 2015, and 2020 - join us on campus to celebrate your class! Alumni will gather under a communal tent with designated places for each class to connect. Parties will feature a generous array of hors d'oeuvres and full open bar, in addition to a DJ and dance floor. 

Location: Curry Field, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN 37240

Classes of 1980, 1985 and 1990 - join us on campus to celebrate your class! Alumni will gather under a communal tent with designated places for each class to connect. Parties will feature a generous array of hors d'oeuvres and full open bar, in addition to a DJ and dance floor.