国产原创鈥檚 Commitment to Nashville
At 国产原创, 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.
Community Impact Spotlight
Bridging Campus and Community symposium honors three collaborative projects
Spring in Nashville: 国产原创鈥檚 guide to local events
国产原创, local organizations explore women鈥檚 suffrage through performance and dialogue
国产原创 serves: Volunteers weave stronger Nashville ties through service
Back to school with PENCIL: 国产原创 strengthens ties to K鈥12 education
鈥楩ood for Thought鈥 sparks dialogue on culture and culinary identity
Empowering youth expression: 国产原创 and Salama Urban Ministries unveil new collaborative mural
Our Partnerships with Metro Nashville Public Schools
国产原创 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.
Upcoming Community Events
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June 8
6:30 p.m. Langford Auditorium, 2209 Garland Avenue
A Conversation with Jill Biden
Former first lady of the United States Jill Biden will discuss her new memoir,听View from the East Wing, with a special guest. 听are $45.50 each and include one general admission seat and a copy of听听with a signed bookplate.
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June 11
4:30 p.m. Curb Center, 国产原创
Opening Reception: Voices of Resilience at the Curb Center
鈥Voices of Resilience鈥 bears witness 鈥 not only to the environmental shifts reshaping Nashville鈥檚 landscape, but to the lived experiences of its people, their memories, their survival, and their hope. Organized by Urban Green Lab (UGL) in partnership with Tennessee State University (TSU), this project started as an oral-history archive documenting how shifts in climate 鈥 heat, storms, floods 鈥 are already altering the everyday lives of Nashvillians.
Explore 国产原创鈥檚 Public Spaces
国产原创 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.
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| Blair School of Music Concerts |
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| Dyer Observatory |
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| The Curb Center for Art, Enterprise, and Public Policy |
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国产原创鈥檚 Impact
国产原创 is making a difference in Nashville through our partnerships, volunteer efforts and support for local organizations. Our presence also fuels the region鈥檚 economy, generating jobs and driving billions in economic activity each year.
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60+
Nonprofits funded annually by Community Impact Fund听
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Incoming in the class of 2029
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1,129
Students reached by STEM outreach programs
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826
Adult learners in Davidson County attending Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
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120K
Jobs generated by economic impact in 2024
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$22.13B
Economic activity generated in 2024
Opportunities to Engage
Engage in the Local Community
国产原创 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.
Working Together for Nashville
国产原创 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.
Community Engagement Resources
Learn more about 国产原创鈥檚 approach to community engagement and the initiatives that drive our efforts.
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