Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt University, located in Nashville, Tennessee is a private research university and medical center offering a full-range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. It was founded thanks to an gift by Commodore Cornelius Vanderbilt in 1873. Vanderbilt offers undergraduate programs in the liberal arts and sciences, engineering, music, education and human development, as well as a full range of graduate and professional degrees.


Should we fear democracy?

"Five debates a day sounds a bit daunting beforehand, but I really loved it. The speakers are so knowledgeable and passionate about their chosen topic, and the amount of time dedicated to questions from the audience was great as it really brought in alternative views."
Exeter University student

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