Year: 2019
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‘Amplifying Your Message to Advance Organizational Goals’ April 5
“Artistic Partnerships for Change: Amplifying Your Message to Advance Organizational Goals” is scheduled for Friday, April 5, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Two artists, M. Simone Boyd and Aaron Doenges, will discuss how creative partnerships can contribute to the success of organizational goals. Read MoreMar 25, 2019
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Stalagmite holds key to predicting droughts, floods for India
Stalagmite records from monsoon regions such as India are vital to understanding past variability in the global climate system and the underlying reasons for this variability. Read MoreMar 25, 2019
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Executive Education: Decrease burnout for yourself and your team
Our Learning to Thrive: The Road to Better Leadership and a Fuller Life will help you build a strong career and become a "total" leader. Read MoreMar 22, 2019
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Chancellor’s Charter tour visits organizations addressing human trafficking, homelessness, addiction
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos hosted a group of more than 30 students, faculty and staff for a Chancellor’s Charter tour March 15 exploring topics such as human trafficking, homelessness, addiction and recovery, and more. Read MoreMar 22, 2019
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What’s On My Mind: Feedback for the future
In this week's column, Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos focuses on the importance of listening to the campus community as Vanderbilt plans its future. Read MoreMar 22, 2019
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New low-profile ankle exoskeleton fits under clothes for potential broad adoption
Developed by Vanderbilt mechanical engineers, the device is believed to be the first ankle exoskeleton that could be worn under clothes without restricting motion. It does not require additional components such as batteries or actuators carried on the back or waist. Read MoreMar 22, 2019
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Our favorite #vandygram of the week
This week our favorite #vandygram goes to @abbyjean909, who shared this AMAZING embroidery of the famous Kirkland Hall. We honestly have no words for this incredible work of art! 👏🏻 Read MoreMar 22, 2019
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Vanderbilt Giving Day set for April 4
Vanderbilt’s fourth annual Giving Day is scheduled for April 4 and offers the entire Vanderbilt community a chance to join together to “give for the gold” and make the university stronger. Read MoreMar 22, 2019
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Spring Faculty Assembly is April 4
All faculty are encouraged to attend the annual Spring Faculty Assembly, scheduled for Thursday, April 4, at 4:10 p.m. in the Student Life Center Ballroom. Read MoreMar 21, 2019
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Stephen Hann, professor of cell and developmental biology, has died
Professor of Cell and Developmental Biology Stephen Hann, whose research focused on understanding the regulation and function of the Myc oncogene, thought to be a driving factor in up to 70 percent of human cancers, died Feb. 27. He was 67. Read MoreMar 21, 2019
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Perivascular spaces linked to worse cognition
Commonly thought to be harmless, enlargement of fluid-filled in the brain have been linked to cognitive problems in older adults. Read MoreMar 21, 2019
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Vanderbilt University statement on Executive Order – Improving Free Inquiry, Transparency and Accountability at Colleges and Universities
Vanderbilt responds to the recent executive order on free inquiry, transparency and accountability at colleges and universities. Read MoreMar 21, 2019
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Learn about construction progress in the Peabody neighborhood in March newsletter
Check out the live construction camera, learn about accessibility initiatives and get updates on construction, parking and mobility in the March issue of the Peabody Neighborhood e-newsletter. Read MoreMar 21, 2019
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FutureVU survey focuses on two key issues: child care and commuting
The Division of Administration launched a FutureVU-focused survey for faculty, staff and students on Monday, March 18, to provide feedback on two separate topics: child care needs and commuting habits. Read MoreMar 21, 2019
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Experts to discuss Nashville’s affordable housing crisis at Vanderbilt Law School March 28-29
Vanderbilt Law School is hosting two events focusing on the impact of Nashville’s rapid growth on the availability of affordable housing on March 28 and March 29. Both are free and open to the public. Read MoreMar 21, 2019
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VU alumnus and former ambassador to Canada to visit campus March 29
Bruce Heyman (BA’79, MBA’80), former U.S. ambassador to Canada, will discuss the current issues facing U.S.-Canada relations, the 2020 election and the global economy in a Vanderbilt talk on Friday, March 29. Read MoreMar 21, 2019
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Black and Gold Spring Game March 30
An array of family-friendly events are planned in conjunction with the Black and Gold Spring Game, scheduled for March 30 at Vanderbilt Stadium. Read MoreMar 21, 2019
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‘Women in the Workplace: Leading from Strengths’ March 28
Krystal Clark, director of student leadership development at Vanderbilt, will discuss "Women in the Workplace: Leading from Strengths" on Thursday, March 28, at noon. Read MoreMar 21, 2019
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Executive Education: Become an effective change agent
Change is essential to organizational growth, but hard to achieve. Learn frameworks to help facilitate change within your organization at our Leading Change program. Read MoreMar 21, 2019
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Vanderbilt China Forum: ‘Reimagining the Possibilities of a Rising Nation’ March 30-31
This forum will explore the implication of China’s rise, both domestically and internationally, delving into possibilities in various areas with speakers in leadership in law and politics, healthcare, investment and entrepreneurship, technology and regulation, and literature. Read MoreMar 21, 2019