Tiffeni Fontno
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Vanderbilt collaboration gives Metro students hands-on lessons in quilting, community
An after-school program at Nashville’s Ida B. Wells Elementary this spring encouraged students to explore the intersection of cultural heritage, literature and STEM skills through the art of quilting. Read MoreJun 25, 2025
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Vanderbilt Peabody Library’s new Reflection Room promotes meditation and mindfulness
A reimagined space at the Peabody Library will provide student, faculty and staff groups on campus a serene setting in which to meditate, reflect and practice mindfulness. Read MoreMar 7, 2025
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Creativity and collaboration: Tiffeni Fontno champions knowledge sharing and lifelong learning
As director of Peabody Library, Tiffeni Fontno supports Vanderbilt’s educational mission not only by helping students and faculty access critical resources for learning and research but also by finding innovative ways to collaborate with stakeholders on and off campus. Read MoreFeb 19, 2025
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Heard Libraries strengthen engagement with Metro Nashville Public Schools through innovative literacy initiatives
The Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries are playing an active role and offering novel solutions to promote literacy initiatives within Metro Nashville Public Schools. Read MoreJan 28, 2025
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Heard Libraries host fifth Southern Library Support Staff Conference, drawing professionals from across the Southeast
Academic, public, school and specialty librarians and library staff representing 13 states gathered at Vanderbilt University for the fifth Southern Library Support Staff Conference hosted by the Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries May 29–31. Read MoreJun 6, 2024
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Celebrate literacy in April by taking immersive ‘Story Stroll’ on Peabody College’s campus
The Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries are inviting young readers and their families to visit the campus of Peabody College of education and human development in April for the first in a series of fun, immersive storytelling experiences called “Story Strolls.” The Story Stroll… Read MoreApr 8, 2024
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Three from Heard Libraries recognized with Community Engagement Collaboration grants
The Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries are well represented in the inaugural round of Community Engagement Collaboration grants awarded by Vanderbilt Government and Community Relations. Read MoreApr 1, 2024
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Peabody Library unveils renovated Fireside Reading Room
The renovated space features new furniture and flexible seating arrangements, including private rooms. (photo submitted by Peabody Library) The Fireside Reading Room on the first floor of Peabody Library recently has reopened after undergoing an extensive renovation. The reimagined space features new furniture and flexible seating arrangements,… Read MoreAug 2, 2023