Faculty Senate
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Faculty invited to online conversation with chancellor, provost about academic freedom, institutional neutrality
Faculty are invited to join an online conversation at 12 p.m. on Monday, February 19, in which Faculty Senate Chair Andrea Capizzi will host Chancellor Daniel Diermeier for a virtual conversation with faculty about academic freedom and institutional neutrality and a question and answer session with Diermeier and Provost Raver. Read MoreFeb 8, 2024
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Next Faculty Senate meeting is Thursday, Feb. 1
All faculty are invited to the Faculty Senate meeting Thursday, Feb. 1, from 4:10 to 5:30 p.m at the Faculty Commons Building, to learn about advocacy strategies for faculty and hear an update on the report on salary and benefits. Read MoreJan 29, 2024
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Take advantage of well-being resources for employees in 2024
As a new year begins, Vanderbilt is encouraging all employees to take advantage of the extensive well-being resources available to them. The offerings, which include wellness and mental health programs, are part of the university’s broader commitment to supporting the holistic health of its faculty, staff and postdocs across all key aspects of their lives. Read MoreJan 11, 2024
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Faculty invited to online conversation with chancellor, provost about state of higher education
Faculty are invited to join a webinar on Thursday, Jan. 18, at noon to discuss the state of higher education. The webinar will be hosted by Faculty Senate Chair Andrea Capizzi and feature brief remarks from Chancellor Daniel Diermeier, followed by a question and answer session with Diermeier and with Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs C. Cybele Raver. Registration is required. Read MoreJan 5, 2024
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Nominate peers for Spring Faculty Awards
Nominate faculty by Monday, Dec. 18, for Vanderbilt’s top faculty awards, which demonstrate the university’s appreciation for and commitment to excellence. Read MoreNov 15, 2023
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Next Faculty Senate meeting is Nov. 2
All Vanderbilt faculty are invited to attend the Nov. 2 Faculty Senate meeting from 4:10 to 5:30 p.m. Voting members (elected senators and deans) are expected to attend the meeting; additionally, all faculty and guests of the senate are welcome to attend. Read MoreOct 30, 2023
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Faculty participate in workshop to enhance, empower their personal advocacy efforts
Faculty from across the institution participated in an inaugural faculty advocacy workshop to inform participants on how Vanderbilt currently advocates on behalf of the university and share best practices to help faculty members who want to advocate on topics of interest. Read MoreOct 26, 2023
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Next Faculty Senate meeting is Oct. 12
All Vanderbilt faculty are invited to attend the Oct. 12 Faculty Senate meeting from 4:10 to 5:30 p.m. Voting members (elected senators and deans) are expected to attend the meeting on the second floor of the Faculty Commons Building at 1101 19th Ave. S. Read MoreOct 4, 2023
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Faculty Workshop: ‘How to be an Effective Advocate’ Sept. 28
On Thursday, Sept. 28, faculty are invited to join an interactive lunchtime workshop on how to be an effective advocate. Read MoreSep 13, 2023
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Fall Faculty Assembly will be in person on Aug. 24
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs C. Cybele Raver and the Faculty Senate will celebrate faculty achievements and provide key university updates at the 2023 Fall Faculty Assembly on Thursday, Aug. 24. Many of the university’s highest honors will be presented during the in-person gathering, which will be at 4:10 p.m. in the Student Life Center Ballroom. Read MoreAug 16, 2023
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Nominations open through June 16 for fall 2023 faculty awards recognizing research, service
Nominations are now open through June 16 for Vanderbilt’s top faculty awards, which recognize outstanding achievements in research and service to the university and demonstrate Vanderbilt’s appreciation for and commitment to excellence. Read MoreMay 22, 2023
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WATCH: Chancellor conversation about sustainability efforts
On May 3, faculty joined an online conversation about the university's ongoing efforts surrounding sustainability. Read MoreMay 5, 2023
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Final Faculty Senate meeting of school year is May 4
All Vanderbilt faculty are invited to attend the final Faculty Senate meeting of this academic year on Thursday, May 4, from 4:10 to 5:30 p.m. on the second floor of the Faculty Commons Building at 1101 19th Ave. S. A reception will follow. Read MoreMay 1, 2023
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‘Dean Reviews and Searches: Objectives and Outcomes’ May 9
The Faculty Senate invites Vanderbilt University provost-reporting faculty to join Tracey E. George, vice provost for faculty affairs and professional education, and Eric Cummings, Ph.D., director of the Office of Academic Program Review, Assessment and Accreditation, for an informational session on the decanal review and search process. Read MoreApr 20, 2023
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Diermeier celebrates Vanderbilt achievements, honors eight faculty at Spring Faculty Assembly
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier reflected on Vanderbilt’s strength and promise at the mark of its Sesquicentennial at the Spring Faculty Assembly on April 10, which also included the presentation of the 2023 Spring Faculty Awards. Diermeier and Faculty Senate Chair Rebecca R. Swan presented awards to eight faculty members who have made a significant impact through scholarship, research, creative expression, service, teaching or mentoring. Read MoreApr 12, 2023
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WATCH: Chancellor conversation about faculty-led administrative improvements
On April 3, faculty joined an online conversation about progress surrounding improvements recommended by the Faculty Senate’s Task Force on Administerial Effectiveness. Read MoreApr 12, 2023
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Next Faculty Senate meeting set for March 30
All Vanderbilt faculty are invited to attend the next Faculty Senate meeting, scheduled for Thursday, March 30, from 4:10 to 5:30 p.m. on the second floor of the Faculty Commons Building at 1101 19th Ave. S. Read MoreMar 28, 2023
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‘In Conversation with the Chancellor’ event will discuss sustainability May 3
Learn more about the university’s new and continued efforts surrounding sustainability during an online conversation with Chancellor Daniel Diermeier on Wednesday, May 3, from 4:10 to 5 p.m. Read MoreMar 24, 2023
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Faculty Senate to host informational workshops on retirement, classroom resources
The Faculty Life Committee of the Faculty Senate will host informational workshops focused on two important topics of interest to our faculty: retirement and classroom resources. These two topics were the main areas of interest when Faculty Senators were surveyed as representatives of their faculty constituencies. Read MoreMar 6, 2023
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Next Faculty Senate meeting is March 2
All Vanderbilt faculty are invited to attend the next Faculty Senate meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 2, from 4:10 to 5:30 p.m. Voting members (elected senators and deans) are expected to attend in person on the second floor of the Faculty Commons Building. Read MoreFeb 27, 2023