Vanderbilt University

Public theologian Yolanda Pierce named next dean of Vanderbilt Divinity School

By Adelle M. Banks — March 24, 2023
(RNS) — ‘I look forward to building on the strong foundation that Emilie Townes and others have established to form this treasured community,’ Pierce said.

Vanderbilt’s James Lawson Institute honors rights activist

By Associated Press — July 23, 2021
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Vanderbilt University announced the launch of the James Lawson Institute for the Research and Study of Nonviolent Movements.

In Germany, Vatican ban on blessing same-sex couples catches church ‘in process’

By Claire Giangravé — March 19, 2021
(RNS) — The Vatican's note, many Catholics believe, was prompted by the resumption of the German church's ongoing discussions about same-sex couples, which had been interrupted during the pandemic. 

Vanderbilt faith groups follow Catholics off campus

By Annalisa Musarra — April 10, 2012

(RNS) A coalition of 11 religious student groups at Vanderbilt University are insisting their leaders should be chosen based on shared faith -- the newest front in a growing battle over "religious freedom." By Annalisa Musarra.

Page 1 of 1