Harmonizing Voices: Building Cultures of Belonging and Excellence

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Conference Strands

• New Horizons in Kinesiology
• Mental Health and Burnout
• Cohesion and Belonging
• Leadership and Administration
• Other

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Conference Site

Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University
2555 West End Avenue
Nashville, TN 37203

Room Rate: $189.00 per night for 2 queen beds plus Convention Tax (USD 2.50 per night) and State and Local Tax (16.75% per night)

Phone : 615-321-1300 | Toll free phone : 1-888-591-1234

The reservation link has closed. The deadline for hotel reservations was December 12, 2025. Call the hotel for reservations.

The Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University hotel is adjacent to Vanderbilt's campus and just a short drive to downtown, offering the best of collegiate and honkytonk worlds. As the closest restaurant and outside bar to campus, you'll love our onsite Central Bar & Kitchen, serving American classics with a Southwest flair. The patio brews and live music can't be beat during the season. Some rooms feature stunning views of Vanderbilt Stadium and the Parthenon. You can get around easily with their in/out access to the onsite valet and garage parking. 

The Marriott is within walking distance of Midtown, Vanderbilt Stadium, the Parthenon and Centennial Park. You can soak up the vibrant culture nearby. While in Music City, explore Music Row, Bridgestone Arena, and the historic Ryman Auditorium, home to exceptional acoustics and famously known as the birthplace of bluegrass. Downtown, you can indulge in the honky tonks and live country music spots on Broadway, which is also home to shopping, dining and more.

Parking: Daily Parking $30 (0-4 hours), $38 (4-8 hours), $54 (8+ hours). Oversized vehicles $86. Parking rates do not include tax.
Valet parking, fee: 54.00 USD daily

Airport Transportation: Nashville International Airport (BNA)
No airport shuttle is available to the hotel.

Ride-share services, including Uber and Lyft operate from the Ground Transportation Center, located on Level 1 of Terminal Garage 2.

Taxis drop off curbside at Departures and pick up in the South Wing Pick-Up Area of the Ground Transportation Center (GTC).
Base fare: $9, with a rate of $2.50 per mile.
Flat rate: $30 for trips to downtown Nashville and Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center.
Additional passenger fee: $2 for each passenger accompanying the original passenger to the same destination.

Our Whova event app will assist with ride sharing a few days before the conference begins.

Join Us for a Night of NHL Action!

Make your NAKHE conference experience even more memorable with an exciting group outing to watch the Nashville Predators take on the New York Islanders on Thursday, January 8th! Enjoy an evening of high-energy hockey, great company, and a chance to connect with fellow attendees outside the conference setting. Don’t miss this fun opportunity to experience Nashville’s vibrant sports culture—secure your spot today! Note: tickets are available within designated sections, and seats are allocated on a "best available" basis. If you would like to sit with specific people, you will need to assign one person to purchase tickets. 

NAKHE Booking Link: https://predators.spinzo.com/nashville-predators-vs-new-york-islanders-2026-01-08-VHBUN?group=nakhe-zdea 

Conference Questions:

For questions regarding the conference program, contact:

Lindsey Nanney
NAKHE Vice President
Conference Program Planner

For questions regarding the conference hotel and logistics, contact:

Kim Scott
NAKHE Convention Manager