Communications And Marketing
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Discussing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Our thoughts go out to everyone affected by the recent violence that erupted amid the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This long-lasting conflict, as it has done many times before, has stirred strong emotions and deeply held opinions. Read MoreMay 24, 2021
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COVID-19 vaccinations available for 12–15-year-olds through VUMC
After the FDA emergency authorization approval of the Pfizer vaccine for 12–15-year-olds, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt has begun offering vaccine appointments for children and teenagers meeting the state criteria. Read MoreMay 24, 2021
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Security notice: Sexual assault
Vanderbilt University Police Department has received a report from the Metro Nashville Police Department of a sexual assault of a non-affiliated female victim that occurred on May 20, 2021, at approximately 9 p.m. Read MoreMay 21, 2021
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Faculty invited to submit Rapid Advancement Micro-grant Program proposals; application portal now open
The Office of the Provost invites faculty to submit proposals for the inaugural round of Rapid Advancement Micro-grant Program awards, which are designed for smaller-scale funding opportunities that require a quick response. Read MoreMay 21, 2021
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Resolution by the Board of Trust of Vanderbilt University in appreciation of Vanderbilt staff members and postdoctoral fellows
Vanderbilt Board of Trust resolution in appreciation of Vanderbilt staff members and postdoctoral fellows, adopted on the 30th day of April, 2021. Read MoreMay 21, 2021
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Churchwell looking forward to transition, new challenges
Dr. André Churchwell has led VUMC’s diversity and inclusion efforts for the past 12 years and in 2020 was named Vanderbilt University’s vice chancellor for equity, diversity and inclusion and chief diversity officer. Going forward, he will focus solely on his university role while continuing to see patients in his cardiology practice at Vanderbilt Heart. It’s a transition he says he's looking forward to. Read MoreMay 20, 2021
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Smetana named to CUPA-HR national board
Erik Smetana, executive director for people and engagement in Vanderbilt University Human Resources, has been named an at-large director to the national board of the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources. Read MoreMay 20, 2021
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Leaps and Bounds: Former Vanderbilt pole-vaulter Meagan Martin jumps feet first into ‘American Ninja Warrior’ stardom
Martin, the first female rookie to complete the American Ninja Warrior course, will be competing in her eighth season of the popular NBC show this summer. Read MoreMay 19, 2021
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Churchwell featured in Nashville ‘Community Conversation’ series May 22
Nashville Vice Mayor Jim Shulman will host Vanderbilt Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer Dr. André Churchwell for a Community Conversation on Saturday, May 22. Read MoreMay 19, 2021
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Library catalog and related services unavailable Memorial Day weekend
The Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries' library catalog will be unavailable for up to 24 hours during the Memorial Day weekend beginning Saturday, May 29, at 8 p.m. CT, due to Ex Libris moving their servers to Seattle, Washington. Read MoreMay 18, 2021
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VINSE Spotlight Podcast: Kent Hallman–using phase change material to build photonic devices
The VINSE Spotlight Podcast interviews researchers associated with the Vanderbilt Institute for Nanoscale Science and Engineering to highlight the depth and breadth of discoveries and innovations related to the institute. Read MoreMay 18, 2021
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Plan ahead for updates to Oracle Cloud May 21–22
Vanderbilt’s Oracle Cloud environment will be updated with the newest release May 21–22. Please plan ahead for this period when the system will be unavailable. Read MoreMay 18, 2021
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2021 V Foundation Adult Translational Cancer Research Awards
Vanderbilt (VU and VUMC, collaboratively) may choose one nominee for the V Foundation 2021 Adult Translational Cancer Research (Immuno-oncology/Immunotherapy) Grants Program. The grant provides $600,000 in three annual installments of $200,000. Read MoreMay 17, 2021
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2021 Stanley Smith Horticultural Trust – Ornamental Horticulture Grants
The Stanley Smith Horticultural Trust supports education and research in ornamental horticulture. Vanderbilt University may submit one application to the grant program. Read MoreMay 17, 2021
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Infrastructure, utility work begins in campus historic core near Kirkland, Neely and Benson
Starting Monday, May 17, work will begin in the “historic core” of campus adjacent to Kirkland Hall, Neely Auditorium and Benson Science Building. This work will update the underground infrastructure, including the installation of new chilled water lines in support of FutureVU’s sustainability goals. Read MoreMay 17, 2021
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COVID-19 vaccination required for students in fall 2021
Vanderbilt University today announced it will require new and returning students to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for the 2021–22 academic school year. The requirement applies to all undergraduate, graduate and professional students this fall, and it will be handled in a manner consistent with other university policies governing student vaccine requirements. Read MoreMay 17, 2021
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Read chancellor’s full address to the graduating Class of 2021
Read the full text and watch a video of Chancellor Daniel Diermeier's address to graduates of the Class of 2021 delivered at Vanderbilt Stadium on Saturday, May 15. Read MoreMay 17, 2021
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Nominations for Thomas Jefferson Award open through May 24
Nominations are open through Monday, May 24, for the Thomas Jefferson Award, which recognizes distinguished service by a member of the faculty to Vanderbilt through extraordinary contributions in the councils and government of the university. Read MoreMay 17, 2021
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Vanderbilt receives outstanding achievement award for innovative programs in college career services field
The Career Center’s Katharine Brooks and Grace Foy have received the NACE/Chevron Award from the National Association of Colleges and Employers. The national award recognizes outstanding achievement in innovative programs in the career services field. Read MoreMay 17, 2021
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Nashville salutes the Class of 2021
Nashville's Korean War Veterans Memorial Bridge was lit in Vanderbilt University colors the evening of May 16 to cap a weekend of celebrations for the Class of 2021. Read MoreMay 17, 2021