Communications And Marketing
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Melodores advance in a cappella championships, face Belmont next; vote now
The Vanderbilt Melodores have advanced to Round 2 of the "UpStagedAID: One World, Every Student Voice" competition. In Round 2, the Melodores face off against the Belmont University Prismatics. Voting ends tomorrow, Oct. 20, at 11:59 p.m. Read MoreOct 19, 2020
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Vanderbilt community invited to attend 14th Annual VPA Symposium Oct. 29
The Vanderbilt Postdoctoral Association will host a virtual symposium on Thursday, Oct. 29, featuring poster sessions and talks by Vanderbilt University, Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Oak Ridge Associated Universities consortium postdoctoral scholars. Read MoreOct 19, 2020
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Learning community, asynchronous resources for inclusive faculty searches available online
New resources for faculty search committees are available through an online learning community and asynchronous resource repository. These resources will support the efforts of departments and schools to attract a strong, diverse pool of candidates and to recruit the best new colleagues. Read MoreOct 19, 2020
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Search committee announced to find next director of Bass Military Scholars Program
Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan R. Wente has appointed a committee to conduct a national search for the next director of the Bass Military Scholars Program. Read MoreOct 19, 2020
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VINSE Spotlight Podcast: Chuchuan Hong–Trapping and manipulating nanoscale objects
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 MoreOct 19, 2020
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Final days for Go for the Gold; deadline is Oct. 31
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. Read MoreOct 16, 2020
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Work-life integration topic of Women in the Academy talk Oct. 27
“Work-Life Integration? Parenting and the Academy” will be the topic of the next installment of Women in the Academy on Tuesday, Oct. 27, from noon to 1:15 p.m. The meeting will be held over Zoom. Read MoreOct 16, 2020
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Lee to address Vanderbilt Woman’s Club Oct. 22
The Vanderbilt Woman's Club will host Vice Chancellor for Athletics and University Affairs and Athletic Director Candice Storey Lee via Zoom on Thursday, Oct. 22, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Read MoreOct 16, 2020
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Open Enrollment now underway; learn more about benefits at upcoming events
Open Enrollment is the annual opportunity for you to elect the benefits that best meet your needs. All benefits-eligible employees should complete Open Enrollment from Oct. 19 through Nov. 2 for calendar year 2021 benefits. Read MoreOct 16, 2020
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Innovative projects showcased at 7th Annual Vanderbilt Undergraduate Research Fair
The seventh annual Vanderbilt Undergraduate Research Fair, held virtually on Oct. 8, gave 48 undergraduate students the opportunity to share their research via slide presentations while more than 130 faculty, students, staff and family and community members listened and asked questions. Read MoreOct 16, 2020
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VUMC hosting blood drive for the American Red Cross
With an urgent need for blood donations, the American Red Cross is holding a series of blood drives at Vanderbilt University Medical Center throughout the fall. Read MoreOct 15, 2020
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Hear business experts and innovators at Owen Forward Nov. 9-13
Join Vanderbilt University Owen Graduate School of Management for Owen Forward, a weeklong virtual celebration of all things Owen Nov. 9–13. Each day will feature discussions and presentations by thought leaders, innovators and experts in business. Read MoreOct 15, 2020
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Register for NASEM Action Collaborative on Preventing Sexual Harassment in Higher Education summit Oct. 19–20
Vanderbilt University is a founding member of the Action Collaborative on Preventing Sexual Harassment in Higher Education within the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Vanderbilt community members may register to attend the collaborative's 2020 online summit, scheduled for Oct. 19–20, for free. Read MoreOct 15, 2020
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University launching re-testing program to validate asymptomatic positive tests
Vanderbilt University is launching a new re-testing program for members of its community who receive a positive COVID-19 PCR test but are without symptoms. Beginning this week, undergraduate students who are tested in the university’s weekly mandatory testing programs and other community members participating in Vanderbilt’s periodic testing who meet defined criteria will be retested to confirm their initial positive test result. Read MoreOct 14, 2020
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Human Resources announces update to employee voting policy
Vanderbilt University's voting policy is being expanded in 2020 to include early voting. Now, during early voting or on Election Day, employees who are registered to vote may be absent from work for a reasonable paid period of time, not to exceed three hours. Read MoreOct 14, 2020
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Benefit Spotlight: Behavioral health televideo counseling services now available
Vanderbilt University’s health insurance provider, Aetna, is now offering televideo counseling services. Televideo services give you the opportunity to meet with a behavioral health provider on your schedule. Read MoreOct 13, 2020
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Protect yourself from identity theft
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Throughout the month, Vanderbilt University Information Technology will be sharing tips for staying safe and secure online. This article focuses on protecting your personal information. Read MoreOct 13, 2020
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Depression check-up during COVID-19
October is Depression Awareness Month. Now more than ever, it is important to take stock of your mood and mental health. Read MoreOct 13, 2020
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‘Pandemic Parenting Check-in’ topic of Parenting Group meeting on Oct. 22
The next meeting of the Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center’s Parenting Group will be a check-in session for participants. There will be no guest speaker or facilitator—just an open discussion for parents to talk about how they are doing. Read MoreOct 13, 2020
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Work-Life Workshop: ‘Do I Need a Mentor?’ Oct. 21
The next Work-Life Workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 21, at noon CT on Zoom. The topic is “Do I Need a Mentor?” Read MoreOct 13, 2020