A day away from campus to focus on building bridges with colleagues across Vanderbilt.
The Edge for Scholars Retreat offers early career researchers and their mentors an energizing mix of talks and breakout sessions focused on building bridges with peers, mentors, and new colleagues.
After a delicious camp lunch and good conversation, spend an afternoon creating shared connections with traditional camp activities including canoes/kayaks, rock climbing, and archery.
Dress casual and bring your sense of adventure (and a change of clothes).
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Camp Widjiwagan, Percy Priest Lake
Nelson Andrews Leadership Lodge
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mentor notes
All are welcome at the Edge Retreat.
It is a great day for making connections and supporting trainees.
We hope you’ll join us!
RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS
Keynote
Mentor Panels
Roundtable Discussions
Camp Activities
Fun
Connection
Past Retreats
upcoming Edge for Scholars Retreat events [ view all events ]
July 23, 2026 | 5:00 pm
August 13, 2026 | 5:00 pm Must have submitted survey of intent by July 23
September 9, 2026 | 8:30 am (In-Person)
Camp Widjiwagan, Percy Priest Lake
bring your sense of adventure
Testimonials
What a great way to start the academic year - 10/10!
~ Retreat Participant
Wonderful day! I met several junior investigators with whom I might never have come into contact.
~ Dr. Stokes Peebles, Retreat Mentor
This was a wonderful day filled with collaboration, research strategy, and career defining conversations. The attendees were excited to be there and Edge for Scholars out did themselves with resources, connections, and support. I was grateful to attend and plan to return next year!
~ Retreat Participant
Building Collaborations | Creating Connections
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