Athletics – The Vanderbilt Hustler

Vanderbilt’s campus from an aerial view.

How Vanderbilt’s COVID-19 response compares to other Top 20 institutions

April 13, 2020

While Vanderbilt’s grading and housing policies are fairly standard, its decision not to prorate refunds is unique among its peers.

Vanderbilt Athletics releases strategic plan, announces locker room renovations

February 26, 2020

Weeks after assuming the role as Interim Athletic Director, Candice Storey Lee announced her priorities for Vanderbilt Athletics.

VU Sports Wired Season Finale: 2018-19 Vanderbilt Athletics Awards

April 18, 2019

With spring classes winding down, the VU Sports Wired crew is handing out some end-of-year awards. On...

Vanderbilt responds to national admissions scandal, claiming equitable admissions process for athletes

March 31, 2019

Following recent college admissions fraud scandal which gave unfair admissions advantage to children of affluent and prominent families, many top-tier...

Athletic Director David Williams in his office April 8, 2016.

Student Recreation and Wellness Center to be renamed in honor of David Williams II

March 13, 2019

During a celebration of life service for former Athletic Director David Williams II Feb. 15, Chancellor...

David Williams as the Florida Gators defeated Vanderbilt 13-6 October 1, 2016 at Vanderbilt Stadium. Photo by Ziyi Liu.

End of an Era: David Williams reflects on his career as athletic director tenure ends

January 30, 2019

After nearly 17 years at the helm of Vanderbilt Athletics, David Williams is ready for a new adventu...

VU Sports Wired January 9, 2019: Malcolm in McGugin

January 10, 2019

Vanderbilt Athletics has a new leader in Malcolm Turner, and he has a lot of work to do. On t...

Malcolm Turner is a unique, outside-the-box hire. That’s why he might be perfect as athletic director

December 11, 2018

Vanderbilt University is a place for innovation. It's a place where the status quo goes by the wayside...

Commodore Spring Football game on Saturday, March 24, 2018. (Photo by Claire Barnett)

Vanderbilt hires consulting firm, establishes search committee in athletic director quest

October 5, 2018

Vanderbilt University announced the next steps in the search for a new athletic director on Friday, establishing...

David Williams stepping down as vice chancellor and athletic director

September 11, 2018

Vice chancellor for athletics and university affairs and athletic director David Williams will be stepping...

Hustler Sports Staff hands out 2017-18 Vanderbilt Athletics awards

June 18, 2018

With the athletics calendar officially over, our staff looked back at the year that was and handed out...

Athletic Director David Williams speaks at a press conference regarding the status of the search for the Men's Basketball head coach opening March 28, 2016.

State of the ‘Dores: The David Williams Interview Part Two

January 31, 2018

This is part two of our sit-down with Vice Chancellor David Williams. You can read part one here. In this portion of the interview, Williams discusses the philosophy of Vanderbilt Athletics and his vision for the future. Cutler Klein: There is a g...