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Residential Colleges Symposium

Travel and Accommodation

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Welcome to Nashville, TN

The Residential College Society and Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ welcome you to Nashville, TN—a vibrant city where creativity, innovation and Southern hospitality come together. Whether you are exploring the iconic honky-tonks on Broadway, discovering world-class dining and entertainment, or connecting with fellow professionals, Nashville offers the perfect blend of energy and inspiration.

Known as the "Music City," Nashville's dynamic spirit and thriving business community make it an ideal destination for meaningful conversations, networking and collaboration. From our historic neighborhoods to cutting-edge venues, we are excited to host you for this symposium.

We look forward to making your time in Nashville memorable.

Accommodations

Our partnering hotels offer specially negotiated room rates with complimentary shuttle service to and from the symposium. While attendees are welcome to stay elsewhere, only our partner hotels provide discounted accommodations and shuttle access.

To learn more about partnering hotel options, click on the corresponding tabs in the drop-down menu.

  • Hilton Garden Inn

    Book a reservation with or call (615)369-5900 and reference the Residential College Symposium to make a reservation over the phone.

    To reserve a room with the discounted rate, book before September 21, 2026.

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  • Home2 Suites Vanderbilt

    Book a reservation with  or call (615)254-2170 and reference the Residential College Symposium to make a reservation over the phone.

    To reserve a room with the discounted rate, book before September 21, 2026.

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  • Homewood Suites

    Book a reservation with  or call (615)340-8000 and reference the Residential College Symposium to make a reservation over the phone.

    To reserve a room with the discounted rate, book by September 23, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CT.

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Symposium Session Locations

The symposium sessions take place on the campus of Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ in the following locations: Carmichael College Conference Center, The Commons Center, the Senior Associate Provost's Residence and Hank Ingram House.

Get directions to Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBվ or click on the corresponding maps.

Shuttle Services

Complimentary shuttle services operate daily throughout the symposium, providing convenient transportation between Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ and our partner hotels—the , , and .

The shuttle schedule is as follows:

Wednesday, October 21

  • 11:30 a..m.–1:30 p.m.: Partner hotels to Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ for Pre-Symposium Institute attendees
  • 5:00–6:00 p.m.: Partner hotels to Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾
  • 6:30–8:30 p.m.: Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ to partner hotels

Thursday, October 22

  • 7:30–9:30 a.m.: Partner hotels to Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾
  • 5:30–7:30 p.m.: Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ to partner hotels; Commons Center to Carmichael College

Friday, October 23

  • 7:30–9:30 a.m.: Partner hotels to Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾
  • 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.: Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ to partner hotel

Travel

To learn more about travel options, click on the corresponding tabs in the drop-down menu.

  • By Air

    The closest airport to Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ is , about a 15-20 minute drive to and from campus. Nashville International Airport offers numerous direct flights across the U.S. and select international destinations, making it convenient for most travelers.

    Upon your arrival to and from BNA, there are various  including ride-share, shuttles, taxis, and public transportation.

  • By Car

    Map of interstates in proximity to Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾

    From Nashville International Airport

    Take I-40 west to exit 209A. Turn left onto Broadway. Follow Broadway and veer right to West End Avenue. Allow approximately thirty minutes driving time from the airport to Vanderbilt äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾. If traffic is light, it will take less time.

    Via the Interstates

    • From the north, take I-65 to I-40 west and then look for I-40 east to exit 209B. Turn right on Broadway.
    • From the east or south, take I-40 west to exit 209A. Turn left on Broadway.
    • From the west, take I-40 east to exit 209B. Turn right on Broadway (US 70S).
    • Follow Broadway and veer right to West End Avenue.

    Vanderbilt is located a mile and a half southwest of downtown Nashville and is approximately 4 hours from Atlanta, 3 hours from Birmingham, 2 1/2 hours from Knoxville, 3 hours from Louisville, and 3 hours from Memphis.