Year: 2024
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Vanderbilt Peabody faculty awarded $7.44 million in special education training grants
Jason Chow Jason Chow, associate professor of special education and of hearing and speech sciences, received two training grants for $2.49 and $3.72 million from the Office of Special Education Programs in the U.S. Department of Education to prepare leadership personnel in special education. Rachel Schless, Photo by Joe… Read MoreAug 20, 2024
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Bridging cultures, enhancing lives: the impact of Peabody’s global outreach
By Jenna Somers Scholars at Vanderbilt Peabody College of education and human development travel across oceans and borders to answer pressing questions on improving the human condition, a mission shared by scholars the world over who collaborate in partnership with Peabody. To strengthen this mission and advance Peabody’s global… Read MoreAug 20, 2024
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Take a look: Vanderbilt University welcomes new and returning students to campus
Vanderbilt has welcomed 1,630 first-year students and 368 transfer students to campus. See highlights of the back to campus excitement. Read MoreAug 19, 2024
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WATCH: VU Staff Q&A Series – Chad Novak, Residential Colleges
In a series on the Vanderbilt Instagram account, students can get to know some of the dedicated staff who play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for them. This installment features Chad Novak, program coordinator with Residential Colleges. Read MoreAug 19, 2024
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Curb Scholars Program welcomes five new scholars
The Curb Center for Art, Enterprise and Public Policy has selected three incoming first-year students and two rising sophomore students for the Curb Scholars Program in Creative Enterprise and Public Leadership. Read MoreAug 19, 2024
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Vanderbilt LIVE and MNPS create AI-empowered student advising to strengthen post-secondary readiness
LIVE, the Learning Innovation Incubator at Vanderbilt University, and Metro Nashville Public Schools are partnering to create human-centered, AI-empowered student advising experiences. This effort builds on Vanderbilt Peabody College and MNPS’s ongoing collaboration via the Nashville Partnership for Educational Equity Research (PEER) to promote postsecondary readiness through increased… Read MoreAug 19, 2024
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Youths ages 10-16 with autism sought for study on theatre intervention and social skills
Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center are seeking children and adolescents between the ages of 10 and 16 years old who have been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability to participate in a research study examining the effect of theatre on children with ASD and ID. Read MoreAug 19, 2024
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Flex Meal Deal returns for faculty, staff, graduate and professional students
Flex Meals can be purchased in blocks of 10 meals, and are regularly $150 (plus tax) per block. During the fall 2024 Flex Meal Deal, faculty, staff, and graduate and professional students will receive 3 additional bonus meals at no additional charge. This promotion begins Monday, Aug. 19, and runs through Monday, Aug. 26. Read MoreAug 19, 2024
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Vanderbilt Campus Dining welcomes 8th and Roast as official coffee partner
Starting this fall, Vanderbilt students and faculty can enjoy one of the many 8th and Roast signature flavors like Sunflower Espresso, Santa Maria De Dota, Sweet Brazil, Dark Blue and more at any of the dining halls and markets across campus. Read MoreAug 19, 2024
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Join the university-wide Virgin Pulse step challenge
August is National Wellness Month so boost your social and physical well-being by joining the next university-wide team step challenge through Virgin Pulse from Aug. 19-Sept. 1. Read MoreAug 16, 2024
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Save the Date: Open Enrollment is Oct. 21–Nov. 4, 2024
Open Enrollment is your annual opportunity to choose the benefits that best meet the needs of you and your family. All benefits-eligible employees must complete Open Enrollment for calendar year 2025. Read MoreAug 15, 2024
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Lisa Adams appointed as director of Vanderbilt’s University Counseling Center
Vanderbilt University is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Adams as the new Director of the University Counseling Center. Adams, who previously served as the director of counseling and psychological services at Duke University, brings extensive experience and proven leadership to Vanderbilt. Read MoreAug 15, 2024
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Everything you need to know about staying informed
Vanderbilt provides numerous ways to keep you up to date about important information, from scholarship and grant opportunities to events and activities. Check out this list of resources to help you stay in the know as you embark on your Vanderbilt journey. Read MoreAug 15, 2024
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Everything you need to know about health and well-being support at Vanderbilt
The Student Care Network offers robust health and well-being resources for Vanderbilt students. The primary offices of the Student Care Network are Student Care Coordination, the Center for Student Wellbeing, the University Counseling Center and the Student Health Center. Read MoreAug 15, 2024
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Everything you need to know about campus traditions
Since Vanderbilt’s founding in 1873, campus traditions have evolved as the university has grown. Here are a few favorites that highlight community, belonging and history at the university. Read MoreAug 15, 2024
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Everything you need to know about getting involved
With so many organizations and programs on campus, it can be hard to know which ones will be the best fit for you—or even where to start. We’ve got you covered! Check out this list of ways to get involved at Vanderbilt. Read MoreAug 15, 2024
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Everything you need to know about Move-In 2024
It’s an exciting time for all students, and preparations are underway to welcome them back for the new academic year. To make the process simpler for students, families and volunteers, check out the schedule and details we’ve compiled to help ensure a successful Move-In Weekend and to welcome our new and returning Commodores to campus. Read MoreAug 15, 2024
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Everything you need to know about Vanderbilt Campus Dining
Campus Dining takes pride in its commitment to providing value through the highest quality, best-tasting, most nutritious and diverse menus possible. Here’s everything you need to know about how to “fuel” your pursuit of knowledge on campus. Read MoreAug 15, 2024
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Get to know Vanderbilt’s residential faculty: Jessica Oster
Learn about Jessica Oster as she and her family move onto the Ingram Commons! Read MoreAug 15, 2024
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Get to know Vanderbilt’s residential faculty: Jeong Oh Kim
Read about the special environment (and delicious food!) Jeong Oh Kim and his family plan to create within Zeppos College as the new residential faculty. Read MoreAug 15, 2024