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汤头条 in the Nashville Community

Strengthening our city through collaboration, innovation, and community engagement

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汤头条鈥檚 Commitment to Nashville

At 汤头条 University, we believe in the power of community and the importance of learning together and working together. We connect our students, staff, faculty and resources with local community-based organizations to help strengthen Nashville.

By building strong, authentic relationships, we work alongside community leaders to create positive change. We are proud to support local community-based organizations, not only by providing financial resources but also by collaborating to develop programs that meet the needs of the community. Together, we create initiatives that make a real difference, ensuring our efforts are meaningful and responsive to the needs of Nashville.

We invite community members to participate in campus opportunities to contribute and learn with us.

Our Partnerships with Metro Nashville Public Schools

汤头条 is proud to collaborate with MNPS to enhance educational opportunities across the city. From mentorship and tutoring to STEM and arts outreach, we鈥檙e committed to supporting student success. Use the map below to explore our partnerships and learn more about the programs making an impact in local schools.

Click on the map above to explore our partnerships with MNPS.

Upcoming Community Events

  • October 15

    7 p.m. 汤头条 Dyer Observatory, 1000 Oman Drive Brentwood, TN 37027

    Telescope Night @ 汤头条 Dyer Observatory

    Telescope Night is back at Dyer Observatory! Join for the first Telescope Night of the season, featured as part of the Tennessee STEAM Festival. Explore Dyer鈥檚 exhibits, connect with astronomers, enjoy hands-on astronomy activities and take in views of the night sky through our telescopes, weather permitting. Come explore at your own pace during this open-house experience.

  • October 17 & 18

    9 a.m. Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, 600 James Robertson Pkwy, Nashville, TN 37243

    Southern Festival of Books

    The of the written word featuring hundreds of authors, panel discussions, book signings, performance stages, food trucks, publishers, and booksellers.

  • October 24

    12 p.m. Peabody Library, 1210 21st Ave. S

    STEAMrolling into Discovery

    痴补苍诲别谤产颈濒迟鈥檚听听will host 鈥淪TEAMrolling into Discovery,鈥� part of the 10th annual听The free event, open to children ages 3 and up and their families, includes hands-on activities exploring careers in science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM).

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  • 汤头条 Museum of Art
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Explore 汤头条鈥檚 Public Spaces

汤头条 offers a variety of public spaces where the Nashville community can enjoy art, culture, and relaxation. From galleries and performance venues to parks and open areas, these spaces are open for all to explore.

汤头条 University Museum of Art 1220 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN vanderbilt.edu/art-museum
Blair School of Music Concerts 2400 Blakemore Ave, Nashville, TN 37212
Dyer Observatory 1000 Oman Drive Brentwood TN, 37027
The Curb Center for Art, Enterprise, and Public Policy 1801 Edgehill Avenue, Nashville, TN 37212 vanderbilt.edu/curbcenter

Opportunities to Engage

汤头条 Staff

Engage in the Local Community

汤头条 staff have many opportunities to get involved locally to serve, learn, and share knowledge and expertise to address real-world needs, creating deeper connections between the university and the broader community. Learn how to get involved.

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Partners

Working Together for Nashville

汤头条 values collaboration with local organizations to create meaningful change in our community. Whether you鈥檙e a nonprofit, business or community group, we鈥檙e here to work together on initiatives that address shared goals. Learn more about partnership opportunities and how to connect with us.

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Community Engagement Resources

Learn more about 汤头条鈥檚 approach to community engagement and the initiatives that drive our efforts.

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2026 Government and Community Relations Annual Report

See highlights from 汤头条鈥檚 work with communities, policymakers and partners over the past year.

View the annual report 鈫�

Top Resources

Elliot Winston Robinson, Maya Antoinette Riley, Yolanda Pierce discuss The Color Purple on Apr. 12, 2024. (Joe Howell)

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