Communications And Marketing
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Vanderbilt delivers mental health and well-being services virtually, launches SilverCloud
Vanderbilt student support services to facilitate physical, emotional and academic well-being are moving to a virtual environment, and now include SilverCloud. Read MoreApr 2, 2020
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CARES Act allows retirement hardship withdrawals
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act was enacted into law on March 27, 2020. The CARES Act permits Vanderbilt University to allow qualified COVID-19 coronavirus related distributions available from the Vanderbilt University Retirement Plan. Read MoreApr 2, 2020
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Book discussion of ‘A Well-Behaved Woman’ moves online April 7
The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center, in partnership with the Heard Libraries, has moved an “inclusive book group” discussion of "A Well-Behaved Woman" online April 7. Read MoreApr 2, 2020
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Deadline for Immersion plan proposals extended to Sept. 7; online resources available
Students whose Immersion Vanderbilt plan proposals were due on April 1 now have until Sept. 7, 2020, to submit a proposal, and students whose proposals are affected by the COVID-19 outbreak will have until Sept. 7 to update their proposals. Read MoreMar 30, 2020
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Open Mind: Keeping Vanderbilt running—with heart and soul
Staff at Vanderbilt University have made the transition to online and alternative learning and remote work possible for many, all while prioritizing the safety, productivity and well-being of those in our university community, writes Interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente in her latest "Open Mind" column. Read MoreMar 30, 2020
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Summer 2020 schedule of undergraduate classes, registration now available
All undergraduate classes for summer 2020, including those offered in Maymester, will be offered through online instruction. Registration for undergraduate students for the summer 2020 term will begin on Monday, March 30. Read MoreMar 30, 2020
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Message from the Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and the Provost’s Office for Inclusive Excellence
Vanderbilt continues to be committed to fostering a safe and welcoming community that is inclusive and respectful of differences. As a university, Vanderbilt condemns expressions of hate, bias and discrimination in all forms. Read MoreMar 30, 2020
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WeGo Public Transit modifies services in response to COVID-19
Starting Monday, March 30, WeGo Public Transit will begin operating a modified service plan until further notice in response to recent ridership changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read MoreMar 29, 2020
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Get active in April with Health Plus
Get creative and get active in April with Health Plus. Show us how you are staying active in the month of April and win big. Read MoreMar 27, 2020
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Listen: ‘Coping and Emotional Health during COVID-19’
Rosemary Cope, a clinician with the Employee Assistance Program, shares suggestions for emotional well-being for employees and their children during the coronavirus outbreak. Read MoreMar 26, 2020
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Beware of new phishing scam
Be aware—malicious individuals are using email to pose as Vanderbilt leaders in an attempt to steal personal information and attack the institution. Read MoreMar 26, 2020
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Employee Assistance Program ConnectCARE offers teleconsulting sessions via phone, Zoom
Work/Life Connections-Employee Assistance Program ConnectCARE now offers teleconsulting sessions via phone or Zoom telehealth videoconferencing. Read MoreMar 26, 2020
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2020 Conservation, Food and Health Grants
Vanderbilt University may submit one application to the Conservation, Food and Health Foundation (CFH) Grants program. The CFH seeks to protect natural resources, improve the production and distribution of food, and promote public health in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East. Read MoreMar 25, 2020
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Resources for autism assessment and care amid COVID-19 pandemic
The rapidly evolving challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic have caused countless disruptions for families across the country as they seek autism diagnostic assessments and support for their toddlers. In response, the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center has developed opportunities to share various resources with families, early intervention providers and diagnosticians. Read MoreMar 25, 2020
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Get Health Plus’ Tip of the Day
Health Plus introduces Tip of the Day. These tips are designed to help you achieve well-being during the current health climate, no matter where you are or what you’re doing. Read MoreMar 25, 2020
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2020 Commencement postponed a year due to COVID-19 outbreak
Vanderbilt University has taken the extraordinary action—in order to protect the health and safety of the community—of postponing Commencement and all of its related festivities originally scheduled for May 6-8. The Class of 2020 will be formally celebrated next spring. Read MoreMar 25, 2020
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Hans Stoll, Vanderbilt financial research pioneer, has died
Hans Stoll, a pioneer in the world of academic finance and the Anne Marie and Thomas B. Walker Jr. Professor of Finance, Emeritus, at Vanderbilt’s Owen Graduate School of Management, died March 20. He was 80. Read MoreMar 24, 2020
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Vanderbilt University names new dean of Blair School of Music following international search
Vanderbilt University has tapped Lorenzo Candelaria, dean and professor of music at Purchase College, State University of New York, as the next dean of Vanderbilt’s Blair School of Music following an extensive international search. Read MoreMar 24, 2020
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Open Mind: Innovative solutions for uncommon times
Interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente offers thanks in a video message to the Vanderbilt community, and discusses how students, faculty and staff are harnessing creative and innovative solutions to continue their work and learning amid the COVID-19 pandemic in her latest "Open Mind" column. Read MoreMar 23, 2020
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2021 Brain Research Foundation Scientific Innovations Award
Vanderbilt (VU and VUMC, collaboratively) may nominate one associate or full professor to submit a letter of intent for the 2021 Brain Research Foundation Scientific Innovations Award. The SIA program provides $150,000 over two years for innovative science in both basic and clinical neuroscience. Read MoreMar 23, 2020