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April 4, 2024
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How to look at the sky: Expert advice from Dyer Observatory's Billy Teets
Students wear special glasses while looking up at the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse.
On April 8, 2024, a partial solar eclipse will be visible in Nashville and Middle Tennessee. Safety is key when looking at the sun, and you'll need a pair of those funny glasses everyone had for viewing the total solar eclipse in 2017 to keep your eyes safe. Learn more expert advice from Dyer Observatory’s Billy Teets about looking at the sky, day and night. Read More
MOVEVU
Parking rates, commute information for 2024-25
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To help you make the best commute decision for your needs, the university has numerous resources to customize your commute plan. View next year’s parking rates and other important commute information now. Read More
POLITICS
Vanderbilt Poll: City ‘back on the right track,’ Nashvillians largely unified across issues
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According to the 2024 Vanderbilt Poll–Nashville, a majority (53 percent) of Nashvillians believe the city is on the right track, which represents a nine-point increase from last year. It is the first time in four years the measure has increased. Read More
Mr. C flashes the Vanderbilt "V" hand sign; Image text reads: "Ride the bus for free with your Commodore Card! It's as easy as: Plan, Swipe, Ride."
April isn’t just Earth Month, it is also Transit Month! Vanderbilt provides all community members with free access to WeGo public transit with a physical Commodore Card. In 2023, this benefit was used over 200,000 times. Haven't tried it yet? Learn more at vu.edu/bus or get help from the Commute Concierge to figure out the best route for you.
This Week at VU
 
April 4, 2024
4:10–5:30 p.m. • Godchaux Nursing Annex, Room 155
Faculty Senate Meeting
April 5, 2024
Noon–3 p.m. • Alumni Lawn
Nashville MakHERs Market
April 8, 2024
4–6 p.m. • Student Life Center Ballroom
Endowed Chair Investiture Ceremony
Upcoming Events
 
All Month | Sexual Assault Awareness Month Events

April 10 | Center for Research on Inequality and Health Seminar: Adm. Rachel Levine

April 10 | 'Then and Now: The History of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Communities in Nashville' Discussion

April 11 | Research Safety Fair


April 11 | Spring Faculty Assembly

April 11 | 'An Evening with James Patterson' Author Event
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Latest Headlines
 
Research & Innovation
Vanderbilt hosts global network of women in higher education at CHAT-WHEN conference focused on research collaborations, mentorship
 
In Memoriam
Joseph John Cunningham, emeritus professor of human and organizational development and special education, has died
 
Undergraduate Education
Vanderbilt Law announces launch of Undergraduate Minor in Legal Studies
 
Research
15 years of the Beckman Scholars Program: Providing unparalleled undergrad research opportunities
 
Undergraduate Experience
2022 Senior Survey results yield positive reviews about campus experiences at Vanderbilt
 
Construction Updates
Utility work planned April 15–19 and May 20–23 will close a portion of Children’s Way during work hours
 
Research & Innovation
Limited Submission Opportunities
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VU in the News
 
CNBC: Dartmouth and Vanderbilt expand financial aid awards in an effort to eliminate student loans
Doug Christiansen, vice provost for university enrollment affairs and dean of admissions and financial aid, is quoted.
 
Nashville Post: Vanderbilt creates sustainability, energy, climate center
Provost C. Cybele Raver is quoted.
 
The Atlantic: The politics of gun safety are changing. I should know.
The Vanderbilt Poll — Statewide is cited.

The New York Times: The organ is still working. But it’s not in a body anymore.
Ashish Shah, professor of cardiac surgery, is quoted.
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