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May 5, 2025

Vanderbilt and AllianceBernstein showcase neurodiversity-inclusive innovation for the workplace

The Vanderbilt University Frist Center for Autism and Innovation, in collaboration with AllianceBernstein and Vanderbilt’s Corporate Partnerships team, hosted an event at the firm’s New York City office on Thursday, April 17, to celebrate Autism Acceptance Month. The “From Autism Acceptance to Advantage: Learning from Autism to Create Innovative Workplaces and Teams” event showcased examples of cutting-edge technologies and management strategies to help organizations tap into unique pools of talent and become employers of choice.

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May 1, 2025

Vanderbilt plays a pivotal role in Nashville’s transformation to an innovation powerhouse

Nashville is renowned for its vibrant music scene and booming health care industry, but the city is now working toward becoming an emerging powerhouse of innovation as well.

Over the past year, the university has worked closely with community organizations and local civic leaders to foster opportunities for businesses, startups, investors, researchers and policy influencers to come together and exchange ideas that could take root and launch in Nashville.

April 17, 2025

Vanderbilt and Morgan Stanley co-host inspiring event on women’s empowerment and mentorship

Alumni, corporate partners and community stakeholders gathered at the new Vanderbilt University–New York City campus in Chelsea, with their mentors and mentees, for a thought-provoking discussion led by celebrity chef Rachael Ray and her own mentee, Anna Francese Gass.

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April 16, 2025

Vanderbilt District Impact Report highlights university’s contributions across Tennessee

From providing financial aid to Tennessee students to collaborating with local organizations on research and community initiatives, Vanderbilt’s influence extends far beyond its Nashville campus.

November 12, 2024

Vanderbilt, Microsoft urge grad students, postdocs to think broadly about national security challenges

“As national security becomes increasingly intertwined with emerging technologies, it is essential that institutions like Vanderbilt University’s Institute of National Security take the lead in preparing the next generation of leaders,” Davoudian said. “By equipping students and professionals with the tools and knowledge necessary to safeguard national interests, Vanderbilt is stepping forward as a key contributor to the safety and security of our global community.”

October 28, 2024

Vanderbilt, Nissan showcase partnership and set stage for future collaboration

Vanderbilt and Nissan showcased their partnership during an event in September that included more than 85 representatives from the university and Nissan North America. Participants heard from Vanderbilt Chancellor Daniel Diermeier and Nissan North America Chairperson Jérémie Papin, and discussion was moderated by Vice Provost for Career Advancement and Engagement Alex Sevilla.

October 9, 2024

For greater innovation, universities should try radical collaboration

Partnerships with the public and private sectors can be slow-going or episodic. Urgent challenges demand a step change, says Daniel Diermeier...

October 2, 2024

At the Center of Everything: Vanderbilt hubs connect the Nashville campus with communities across the country.

Alex Sevilla, vice provost for career advancement and engagement, echoes this sentiment. “Our team’s North Star is delivering career empowerment for every student and every career pathway, aiming to transform aspirations into tangible outcomes. We’re committed to putting this principle into action and into practice.”

June 28, 2024

Vanderbilt University joins Mayor O’Connell and community partners to launch Nashville Catalyst Fund

Vanderbilt University has joined Mayor Freddie O’Connell, the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, First Horizon Bank, the Metro Housing Division and other funding partners in launching the Nashville Catalyst Fund. This innovative initiative aims to address Nashville’s affordable housing challenges through a new tool designed to create, preserve and develop more affordable housing options across the city.

June 20, 2024

Vanderbilt, mayor’s office announce Nashville Innovation Alliance

The Nashville mayor’s office has joined with Vanderbilt University to launch a new initiative, the Nashville Innovation Alliance, designed to bring together public, private, civic and education institutions to collaborate on improving the region’s ecosystem for innovation and research.

June 6, 2024

Celebrating Excellence in Corporate Collaboration

On June 6, 2024, the Corporate Partnerships team hosted an inaugural Excellence in Corporate Collaboration Luncheon in Alumni Hall. This event celebrated all Vanderbilt colleagues who have forged impactful connections with Corporate Partners, leading to significant collaboration and positive outcomes for the Vanderbilt community.

Daniel Diermeier

December 13, 2023

Bridgestone Americas and Vanderbilt University join forces for 'radical collaboration'

Working together, each of us can accomplish more, which is why we are proud to get radical in our collaboration and push each other to think differently in pursuit of meaningful, lasting change.

December 4, 2023

Vanderbilt highlights smart mobility research, innovative solutions at Nashville expo

Over the next two days, leaders from across the state will convene at Nashville’s Music City Center, where the latest advancements in smart mobility will be experienced firsthand. Vanderbilt is a sponsor and a participant in the event, where faculty and students will exhibit the latest in their smart mobility research and innovation work.

November 20, 2023

Driving innovation: Vanderbilt and Bridgestone collaborate at inaugural Innovation Accelerator

Vanderbilt University and Bridgestone Americas have launched a new collaboration. On Nov. 10, representatives from both organizations met at Bridgestone Tower for the first Vanderbilt-Bridgestone Innovation Accelerator.

September 20, 2023

Vanderbilt joins The Precisionists, other employers in creating careers for 500 neurodiverse individuals in Nashville

Vanderbilt University and the Frist Center for Autism and Innovation at Vanderbilt are collaborating with The Precisionists, Inc., a Wilmington, Delaware-based company that assesses, trains and employs neurodiverse adults to carry out project-based consulting work.

June 13, 2023

Vanderbilt and Nissan Convene to Showcase Collaborative Projects

Last month, representatives from Vanderbilt University and Nissan gathered for a “Vanderbilt-Nissan Project Showcase” at Nissan’s North American headquarters in Franklin, Tennessee.

November 23, 2022

AI-powered cruise control system may pave the way to fuel efficiency and traffic relief

The CIRCLES Consortium, consisting of Vanderbilt University, UC Berkeley, Temple University and Rutgers University-Camden, in coordination with Nissan North America and the Tennessee Department of Transportation, concluded a five-day open-track experiment on Nov. 18.

August 29, 2022

Vanderbilt Announces Agreement With FirstBank

University partners with Nashville-based bank for football stadium naming rights and campus collaboration agreement.

January 28, 2022

Nissan and Vanderbilt launch creative collaboration

Vanderbilt University and auto manufacturing giant Nissan Americas have launched a new creative collaboration. On Jan. 19, members from both groups came together on campus for the first Vanderbilt-Nissan Collaboration Accelerator.