Year: 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
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Everything you need to know about getting around campus and Nashville
The Office of Transportation and Mobility offers assistance for your daily travel decisions and can help reduce your carbon footprint while getting around campus and Nashville. Check out these resources to help you get where you need to go. Read MoreAug 15, 2024
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Save the dates: Faculty Senate meetings for this academic year
All faculty affiliated with Vanderbilt, including those who work at VUMC, are invited to the Faculty Senate meetings throughout the school year. Meetings take place on Thursdays from 4:10 to 5:30 p.m. in the Faculty Commons. Read MoreAug 14, 2024
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Blair Academy celebrates 60 years of world class music education
Since its founding in 1964, Blair Academy at Vanderbilt has grown from a small music school in a house on 18th Avenue to a community institution serving more than 700 precollege and adult students every year. This year, the Academy is celebrating a proud tradition of 60 years of wide-ranging music education for all ages. Read MoreAug 14, 2024
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Research Snapshot: Protons can tune synaptic signaling by changing the shape of a protein receptor
Research from Teru Nakagawa, professor of molecular physiology and biophysics, describes intricacies of normal brain function with implications for our understanding of brain injury and recovery: A decrease in pH can modify a neurotransmitter receptor’s structure, thereby modulating its location and kinetics. Read MoreAug 14, 2024
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In classrooms, communities, and the carceral system, the Initiative for Race Research and Justice looks to disrupt educational inequities
Rich Milner, Cornelius Vanderbilt Chair of Education, founded the Initiative for Race Research and Justice in 2018. Through research, RRJ seeks to improve these ecosystems, policies, and practices and to disseminate resources and tools, in collaboration with community partners, to advance racial justice and disrupt systemic inequities across education landscapes. Read MoreAug 14, 2024
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Eye-gaze tracking system could dramatically improve kidney stone surgery training
Gaining and assessing surgical experience in endoscopic kidney stone surgery is particularly challenging given the limited field of view in the devices. Jie Ying Wu, assistant professor of computer science, is creating an eye-gaze sharing system to complement the current standard of care in which trainees get only verbal feedback. The system allows trainees to see the expert’s gaze. The expert can use their gaze in real time to point to objects on the screen or where the trainee should go next. Read MoreAug 13, 2024
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Vanderbilt updates freedom of expression policies and expands civil discourse programming
As part of its annual review of policies and guidelines, Vanderbilt University has updated the Student Handbook. The update includes revisions to the freedom of expression and use of university space policies, which are a vital part of the university’s commitment to discovery and learning. Read MoreAug 12, 2024
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‘Stuff You Should Know’ kicks off for FY25 on Aug. 22; new leadership opportunity available
Stuff You Should Know is a recurring meeting series available to all staff who want to learn about various aspects of Vanderbilt’s administrative enterprise. The series aims to provide a collaborative understanding across campus about processes and practices that relate to finance and other administrative tasks to help maximize efficient operations by creating a shared network of knowledge. Read MoreAug 12, 2024
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Next Steps at Vanderbilt University program secures $2.32M Department of Labor grant
The Department of Labor awarded Next Steps at Vanderbilt University $2.32M to expand its registered apprenticeship offerings for neurodiverse students. This grant will enhance existing apprenticeships and develop new ones in high-demand industries, furthering the program’s mission to provide inclusive postsecondary education and meaningful employment opportunities. Read MoreAug 12, 2024