Commencement 2014

May 21, 2014

VUCast: Ingenious Inventions

In the latest VUCast: Check out some creative inventions by Vanderbilt students; see how a “bionic man” has ties to Vanderbilt; and learn details about a new academic building under construction on campus. All this and more in the latest VUCast, Vanderbilt’s online newscast. Watch now.

By VUMC News and Communications
May 15, 2014

School of Medicine graduates ready to make positive impact

At last week’s Commencement, the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Class of 2014 was charged with focusing on developing relationships with their patients and stepping up as leaders in their profession while making a positive impact in health care.

By Jessica Pasley
May 15, 2014

Nursing graduates embrace chance to improve health care

Linda Norman, DSN, R.N., Valere Potter Menefee Professor of Nursing and dean of Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, told graduates during Commencement and Investiture ceremonies last week that “this is the most exciting time to be a new master’s or doctorally prepared nurse because nursing is more appreciated than ever.

By VUMC News and Communications
May 15, 2014

Biomedical Sciences graduates driven by promise of discovery

Most people probably don’t think much about the chemical compound that flavors curries and gives the Indian spice turmeric its yellow color. For Odaine Gordon, Ph.D., who celebrated his doctoral degree at last week’s Graduate School commencement, this compound — called curcumin — has special significance.

By Leigh MacMillan
May 9, 2014

Vanderbilt University honors 20 as emeriti faculty

Twenty retiring faculty members were recognized during Vanderbilt’s Commencement ceremony May 9, when the university honored their years of service and bestowed on them the title of emeritus or emerita faculty.

By VUMC News and Communications
March 20, 2014

Volunteer for Commencement today

Here’s your chance to play a vital role in one of the university’s largest and most prestigious events.

By VUMC News and Communications