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CLASS OF 2024: Childhood experiences inspire Vivek Kumar in health care management
WATCH: Watch as medicine, health and society major Vivek Kumar is inspired by family experiences to fuel his future dreams. Read MoreJan 5, 2024
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Turkey Toss 2023 shows appreciation to Vanderbilt University employees
On Dec. 15 more than 3,000 Vanderbilt University employees attended Turkey Toss, a long-standing holiday tradition and employee appreciation event through which the university expresses thanks to faculty, staff and postdoctoral scholars for their service. Read MoreDec 18, 2023
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Vanderbilt survey shows sustained shifts in campus commuting patterns
Vanderbilt University has released findings from its 2023 survey on commute and transportation practices. Results show fewer people driving to campus and more people walking and telecommuting. Read MoreDec 15, 2023
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WATCH: A Day at the Vanderbilt I Solar Farm
Did you know Vanderbilt University is completely carbon neutral? Watch as Class of 2024’s Ari Sasson takes us behind the scenes of the Vanderbilt I Solar Farm that’s providing clean energy to the electrical grid. Read MoreDec 11, 2023
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VU comments sought through Dec. 18 on WeGo’s proposed spring service changes
WeGo Public Transit has announced proposed service changes that will begin Sunday, March 31, 2024. The Vanderbilt community is encouraged to share feedback with WeGo through Dec. 18. Read MoreNov 29, 2023
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Vanderbilt Printing Services launches new Vandy Promo Gear site
Vandy Promo Gear is a one-stop platform for the Vanderbilt community to easily access a wide range of customizable university-branded products. The site features a user-friendly interface, allowing faculty and staff to quickly select and personalize merchandise. This includes apparel, office supplies, and more, all imprinted with preapproved Vanderbilt logos. Read MoreNov 27, 2023
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Diermeier announces enhanced retirement plan with increased match, auto enrollment
Vanderbilt University will make significant enhancements to its employee retirement plan beginning this holiday season. Effective Jan. 1, 2024, the university will match employees’ contributions to the plan up to 6 percent, as well as automatically enroll new hires and rehires in the plan at the 6 percent match.* Read MoreNov 27, 2023
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You at VU: How to report instances of sexual misconduct
Reporting an allegation of sexual misconduct is your choice. You may submit an incident report directly to the Title IX Office. You may speak with a faculty or staff member, who will then submit an incident report on your behalf. Finally, if you are seeking a criminal process instead of a university process, you may report to local law enforcement. Read MoreNov 15, 2023
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You at VU: sexual violence prevention and education resources
All new students who have enrolled at Vanderbilt are required to complete sexual violence prevention training through Project Safe, Title IX and Vanderbilt University Public Safety. There also are online resources to help members of the Vanderbilt University community understand Title IX, the Clery Act and more. Read MoreNov 13, 2023
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WATCH: Five pedestrian safety highlights on Vanderbilt’s campus
Here are five things you may not know that Vanderbilt has done to increase pedestrian safety on and around campus. Read MoreNov 13, 2023
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Alexander M. Kohnen named associate vice chancellor and chief facilities officer
The Vanderbilt University Division of Administration has announced that Alexander M. Kohnen, a leader in facilities management and engineering, will join the university as associate vice chancellor and chief facilities officer, effective Jan. 8. Read MoreNov 13, 2023
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You Belong at VU. Sexual Violence Doesn’t.
Vanderbilt takes its responsibility to prevent and respond to sexual misconduct seriously. Through university policies and the combined efforts of our Title IX Office, Project Safe Center for Sexual Misconduct Prevention and Support and Student Affairs, students have access to an array of prevention and support resources. Read MoreNov 9, 2023
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Olivia Parrish, beloved Division of Administration staff member, dies
Olivia Parrish, a custodian in the Vanderbilt University Maintenance and Operations department, died unexpectedly Oct. 23 during her shift at the Stevenson Center. She was 72. Read MoreNov 2, 2023
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WATCH: Alumni leadership in Vanderbilt’s large-scale renewable energy efforts
Vanderbilt’s efforts in large-scale renewable energy are closely tied to the work of its alumni. Silicon Ranch co-founder and CEO Matt Kisber, BA’82, helped lead an important collaboration between his company and the university to build solar farms, which helped Vanderbilt achieve carbon neutrality years ahead of its original goal of 2050. Read MoreOct 30, 2023
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Anonymous $6.8 million gift will support Immersion Vanderbilt student projects
A $6.8 million gift from an anonymous donor will support Immersion Vanderbilt and provide funding to students to carry out creative and ambitious projects that deepen their intellect and broaden their horizons. Read MoreOct 27, 2023
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Vanderbilt launches educational awareness campaign for mental health and well-being support resources
Through the combined efforts of our Office of Health and Wellness and the Student Care Network, which encompasses Student Care Coordination, the University Counseling Center, the Student Health Center, and the Center for Student Wellbeing, members of our campus community have access to many support resources for their mental health and well-being.* Read MoreOct 26, 2023
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Updated COVID-19 vaccine available for Vanderbilt University faculty, staff and postdocs
The updated COVID-19 vaccine is available to Vanderbilt University faculty and staff through the Occupational Health Clinic. Employees may also receive the updated vaccine by scheduling with their Vanderbilt Health primary care physician through My Health at Vanderbilt, at Vanderbilt Health Walk-In Clinics and at retail pharmacies across the region. Read MoreOct 9, 2023
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Share your commute experience in Vanderbilt’s annual survey by Oct. 16 for chance to win $100
Vanderbilt University conducts an annual survey to determine the commute and transportation practices of the university community. Whether you primarily work from home, commute to campus every day or anything in between, your feedback will help inform mobility and transportation efforts and expand Vanderbilt’s understanding and support of the community. Read MoreOct 2, 2023
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Give Metro Nashville feedback on Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan
To prepare Nashville and Davidson County and ensure its citizens’ ability to thrive for years to come, former Nashville Mayor John Cooper’s office, in partnership with Metro Nashville departments and the Mayor’s Sustainability Advisory Committee, have developed a Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan. The university community is encouraged to participate in the public feedback period through Oct. 31 Read MoreSep 29, 2023
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Vanderbilt’s commitment to access and affordability
Vanderbilt University issues a statement regarding its commitment to access and affordability. Read MoreSep 26, 2023