Year: 2024
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Nominations open for Fall Staff Awards; save the date for staff assembly on Nov. 14
Nominations are now open for the 2024 Fall Staff Awards. The awards recognize the many contributions of university staff to Vanderbilt’s core goals and mission. Read MoreAug 6, 2024
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Applications open for Community Engagement Collaboration Fund; Info session is Aug. 13
The Division of Government and Community Relations has announced the opening of applications for the Community Engagement Collaboration Fund. The fund aims to foster new avenues for radical collaboration among university partners and local community organizations. Read MoreAug 6, 2024
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Portion of Children’s Way to close Aug. 14–15 for utility work
The work will take place daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Alternative vehicular and pedestrian pathways along Children’s Way and 24th Avenue South will be in effect Aug. 14–15. Read MoreAug 5, 2024
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Important reminders for navigating construction zones on campus
As you return to campus, you will notice that there are several projects still under construction. Here are some helpful resources to make navigating campus easier, by foot or vehicle. Read MoreAug 5, 2024
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Get support for well-being and mental health for you and your family
During challenging times or when looking to improve mental well-being proactively, it’s important to consider seeking support from a mental health professional, such as those available through Lyra Health, which provides wellness services to Vanderbilt employees and their families. Read MoreAug 5, 2024
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Provost announces reappointments of Vice Provosts Christiansen and George
Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs C. Cybele Raver has announced reappointments for Douglas Christiansen, vice provost for university enrollment affairs, and Tracey George, vice provost for faculty affairs and professional education, beginning July 1, 2024. Read MoreAug 5, 2024
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Vanderbilt University statement
Vanderbilt University statement in response to questions about a recent social media post by Olympic athlete Veronica Fraley: “Vanderbilt is committed to supporting our student-athletes as they pursue their full potential. We provided our student-athlete Veronica Fraley with the maximum financial aid consistent with NCAA regulations. We also help our student-athletes… Read MoreAug 2, 2024
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Helen Iola McClellan Manoogian, BSN’47: Nursing Pioneer
Helen Iola McClellan Manoogian, nursing missionary to the Middle East and founder of a nursing school in Lebanon, died March 16, 2024, in Richmond, Virginia. She was 102. Read MoreAug 1, 2024
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Lachs, Centennial Professor Emeritus and beloved instructor for a half-century, has died
John Lachs, professor emeritus of philosophy and Centennial Professor Emeritus, died November 14, 2023, in Nashville. He was 89. Read MoreAug 1, 2024
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Judge Richard H. Dinkins ’77 Dead at 71
The Honorable Richard H. Dinkins, JD'77, who served on the Tennessee Court of Appeals from 2008 until his retirement in 2022, died October 1, 2023, in Nashville. He was 71. Read MoreAug 1, 2024
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Joseph John Cunningham, emeritus professor of human and organizational development and special education, has died
Joseph Cunningham, 82, an accomplished administrator and professor at Vanderbilt Peabody College of education and human development, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2024, at his home in Lake City, Pennsylvania. Read MoreAug 1, 2024
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Alumni Association names 2024 award recipients
The Vanderbilt Alumni Association Board of Directors has announced the 2024 recipients of its annual alumni awards. The honorees will be celebrated during Reunion and Homecoming Weekend Nov. 7–10. Robert Hatcher Robert D. Hatcher Jr., BA’61, MS’62, is the 2024 recipient of the Alumni Professional Achievement Award, recognizing Vanderbilt alumni… Read MoreJul 31, 2024
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Alumni Association celebrates new, returning board members
The Vanderbilt Alumni Association is pleased to announce new and returning alumni leaders to its board for terms effective July 1. The Alumni Association’s mission is to engage Vanderbilt alumni in the life of the university, encourage lifelong connections and support the university’s goals. “Vanderbilt alumni are fundamental in shaping… Read MoreJul 31, 2024
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‘Smarter Every Day’ explores how bacteria move to survive—and make us sick
In a recent episode of Smarter Every Day, YouTube sensation and host Destin Sandlin talks with Vanderbilt Professor Tina Iverson and Senior Research Associate Prashant Singh about bacterial “motors” and how they work in the microorganisms that make us sick. The video racked up more than 1.4 million views in its first day. Read MoreJul 30, 2024
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Vanderbilt football players debate in Dialogue Vanderbilt’s fall kickoff
Hosted by Vanderbilt Civil Discourse Lab, 60 student-athletes gathered for the event—which kicked off Dialogue Vanderbilt fall activities—in an effort to model and encourage civil discourse on campus. The topic of the debate was “Resolved: Playing offense is harder than playing defense," a subject that cut to the core identity of many in the room. Read MoreJul 30, 2024
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Soil boring, lane closures start Aug. 12 for Central Utilities Initiative
To survey and inspect underground soil and rock conditions as part of the Central Utilities Initiative, a series of underground boring and probes will begin on August 12. Read MoreJul 30, 2024
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Portion of Natchez Trace scheduled for overnight closure Aug. 12–16
From Monday, Aug. 13, to Friday, Aug. 16, Natchez Trace will be closed between Vanderbilt Place and Jess Neely Drive. Read MoreJul 30, 2024
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Humphrey Fellowship Program seeks Friendship Families for international leaders for the 2024–25 academic year
The Humphrey Fellowship Program at Vanderbilt brings accomplished mid–career educational leaders from developing nations and emerging democracies to the United States for an academic year for leadership and professional development as well as fostering mutual exchange. Humphrey Fellows for 2024–25 are from the following countries and regions: Algeria, Botswana, Cabo Verde, Egypt, Iran, Mongolia, Pakistan, Philippines and South Africa. Read MoreJul 30, 2024
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Vanderbilt names Madan senior director of global engagement and external partnerships
Vanderbilt University will expand its presence, reputation and impact around the world with the appointment of its first senior director of global engagement and external partnerships. Read MoreJul 30, 2024