Newsmakers: Vanderbilt’s teaching, research and patient care efforts are making an impact

As the largest private employer in the Nashville area and the second-largest private employer in Tennessee, Vanderbilt’s reach extends far beyond its campus to shape the region’s economy, quality of life and future growth.

Through a record $11.9 billion in annual economic impact, Vanderbilt University’s deep and broad connections to Tennessee and its people continue to be key and growing drivers of the state’s economy and to the vitality and well-being of its citizens and communities.

Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos announced four foundational ideas that will guide Vanderbilt as it defines itself in a new century during a speech April 3 at Spring Faculty Assembly.