Jana Harper: Creating performance art during COVID-19
Jun. 10, 2020—When COVID-19 arrived in Nashville, Jana Harper, professor of the practice of art, had to quickly adapt her NEA-supported performance art piece to reflect the necessities of social distancing.
Luce Foundation grant bolsters Divinity School’s relief efforts after tornado, COVID-19
Jun. 10, 2020—A rapid response grant by the Henry Luce Foundation will continue the intensive humanitarian efforts of Vanderbilt Divinity School after tornadoes wreaked havoc across Tennessee, followed by COVID-19.
A Healthier You: Telemedicine visits
Jun. 10, 2020—Learn the what, how and why of telemedicine visits in this video.
First two steps of Go for the Gold now available
Jun. 9, 2020—Vanderbilt's award-winning three-step Go for the Gold program can help you achieve a healthier and more productive life by identifying health risks and taking action to reduce those risks.
Wireless network security update set for July 8
Jun. 9, 2020—VUIT will update the vuNet and eduroam wireless networks on July 8. After the updates occur, all VU-managed devices will be automatically reconnected to the networks. However, personal smart devices or other non-Vanderbilt issued devices will need to be reconnected to the networks by the user.
Vanderbilt, AstraZeneca sign new COVID-19 antibody agreement
Jun. 9, 2020—After evaluating the ability of more than 1,500 monoclonal antibodies to bind and neutralize the COVID-19 virus, SARS-CoV-2, in the laboratory, AstraZeneca signed an exclusive license to six candidate antibodies in Vanderbilt’s portfolio.
Tennessee teachers identify technological supports for remote learning as primary need during COVID-19 school closures
Jun. 9, 2020—More than three-quarters of teachers in the recent Tennessee Educator Survey selected technological supports for remote learning as the most helpful supports needed to promote educational access during COVID-19 school closures.
Staph’s activation of blood clotting
Jun. 9, 2020—Staph bacteria may change the factor they use to activate blood clotting — to evade the immune response — a new study suggests.
Partisanship shapes Tennesseans’ coronavirus views: Vanderbilt Poll
Jun. 9, 2020—The partisanship of Tennesseans strongly influences their views on COVID-19, according to the latest statewide Vanderbilt Poll. The poll also found that economic worries abound as Tennesseans feel the financial effect of the safer-at-home order.
CampusPrint adds mobility enhancements
Jun. 9, 2020—Vanderbilt Business Services has announced two new enhancements to the CampusPrint print management system, effective immediately.
Monthly benefit spotlight: Short- and long-term disability
Jun. 8, 2020—If you were in an accident or diagnosed with an illness tomorrow, how far could you go without a paycheck? Vanderbilt covers eligible staff at a no-cost base coverage to a certain dollar amount and also offers buy-up coverage.
Vernon named engineering school’s interim associate dean for academic success
Jun. 8, 2020—Julianne Vernon, research assistant professor of chemical and biomolecular engineering, has been appointed interim associate dean for academic success in the School of Engineering.
Vanderbilt Postdoctoral Association announces 2020 award winners
Jun. 5, 2020—The Vanderbilt Postdoctoral Association and Office of Postdoctoral Affairs has announced its 2020 award winners.
Statement from August Washington: Our commitment to your safety
Jun. 5, 2020—Vanderbilt University Public Safety is committed to keeping the VU community safe while never infringing upon the right to freedom of speech and peaceful assembly, writes Senior Associate Vice Chancellor for Public Safety and Special Initiatives August Washington.
Staff listening sessions on racial justice continue next week
Jun. 5, 2020—The university has scheduled additional listening sessions for staff next week to provide a space for discussion about how Vanderbilt can meaningfully respond and take tangible next steps for action in the wake of George Floyd’s death and subsequent protests for racial justice in a number of cities.