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| Statement from Chancellor Diermeier on events in Ukraine; university resources available |
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Vanderbilt stands in support of all members of the university community impacted by events in Ukraine, especially those with connections to the region, Chancellor Daniel Diermeier writes in a statement, which also details university resources.
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| WATCH: Vanderbilt virtual event offers perspective on how Russia and Ukraine’s conflict could impact the world |
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As Russia unleashed an assault against Ukraine on Thursday, a panel of Vanderbilt experts brought context to the developments during a virtual event on the escalating conflict and its potential global implications.
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| Vanderbilt University statement regarding travel to Ukraine |
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Due to ongoing Russian military action, travel to Ukraine by Vanderbilt University faculty, staff or students on university-sponsored or affiliated travel is suspended until further notice, effective immediately.
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| University announces updates to COVID-19 protocols |
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Following consultation with public health experts, Vanderbilt University is shifting its campus COVID-19 policies to align with the health trends happening across Nashville and the country. Beginning March 14, the university will move to a mask-optional status if 6 feet of physical distance between individuals can be maintained.
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| REGISTER: Experts to discuss what comes next in the COVID-19 pandemic |
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Registration is now open for a special panel discussion about the future of COVID-19, featuring some of Vanderbilt University’s leading experts in COVID vaccines, infectious disease and public health. The virtual discussion will be on Thursday, March 10, at noon CT.
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| Blumstein honored for service to Leadership Nashville |
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James F. Blumstein, University Professor of Constitutional Law and Health Law and Policy, was honored by Leadership Nashville for nearly 40 years of service as a program leader at its Shareholder Luncheon on Feb. 24.
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| Grimes appointed director of master’s program for independent school leaders |
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Carrie Grimes, EdD’20, has been named director of Vanderbilt Peabody College’s innovative blended master’s degree program in independent school leadership.
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| Chancellor’s Lecture Series hosts Billie Jean King and Candice Lee discussing a new era of equality in sports |
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Sports icon and champion of equality Billie Jean King will discuss the past, present and future of sports as part of the Vanderbilt Chancellor’s Lecture Series and the university’s yearlong celebration of the 50th anniversary of Title IX. The virtual event on Tuesday, March 1, will feature Vice Chancellor for Athletics and University Affairs and Athletic Director Candice Lee in conversation with King.
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| Vanderbilt celebrates Women’s History Month in March |
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Vanderbilt University is celebrating Women’s History Month with a series of events in March. Women’s History Month honors the struggles and achievements of women of all nations and cultures.
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| ‘First Woman of Color in Congress: Patsy Takemoto Mink, the Intersectional Feminist Behind Title IX’ is March 3 |
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“First Woman of Color in Congress: Patsy Takemoto Mink, the Intersectional Feminist Behind Title IX” is scheduled for Thursday, March 3, at 4 p.m. CT as part of Vanderbilt’s celebration of Women’s History Month.
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| Final day for nominations for annual Women’s Center awards |
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The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center is seeking nominations for its annual awards that recognize and honor Vanderbilt community members for their contributions to the advancement of university women. The deadline to submit nominations is Friday, Feb. 25.
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| VU Theatre explores self-forgiveness, compassion in latest production |
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Vanderbilt University Theatre will perform “The Last Days of Judas Iscariot,” an imaginary courtroom trial of one of the most infamous biblical figures, Feb. 24–27 at Neely Auditorium.
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| Nominations are open for annual postdoc awards; deadline is March 11 |
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The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and the Vanderbilt Postdoctoral Association will recognize Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center postdoctoral fellows who have demonstrated excellence in research, service, mentorship and a commitment to the postdoc community, as well as their mentors, with the annual postdoc awards.
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| Frist Center for Autism and Innovation seeking applications for new fellows, affiliates |
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The Frist Center for Autism and Innovation has announced its 2022 call for membership, which allows Vanderbilt faculty and staff to apply to become affiliates or fellows of the center. Applications are due by March 15.
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| Become a faculty VUceptor and welcome new students this fall |
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The university is seeking faculty to serve as VUceptors for the incoming Class of 2026. VUceptors model dynamic and meaningful professor-student interaction by inviting first-year students to join the Vanderbilt family, providing support in the transition process, and showcasing the vast network of resources available to ensure students’ success.
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| 2 Chainz, Miguel headline Rites of Spring; tickets on sale Feb. 25 |
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Rites of Spring is scheduled for Friday, April 22, and Saturday, April 23, on Alumni Lawn. Tickets for Vanderbilt students, staff and faculty will go on sale Friday, Feb. 25, at 10 a.m.
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| Severe weather at Vanderbilt: Do you know what to do? |
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Feb. 20–26 is National Severe Weather Awareness Week. Vanderbilt’s Office of Emergency Management is sharing information to help prepare the Vanderbilt community in the event of a weather emergency.
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| Construction begins on 25th Avenue for Davidson County’s first enhanced crosswalk |
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Vanderbilt will install Davidson County’s first enhanced crosswalk on 25th Avenue as part of the university’s West End Neighborhood project and FutureVU goal to improve the safety and walkability of campus. Construction will begin the week of Feb. 28 and will last approximately three weeks.
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| HR Employee Learning and Engagement offers new peer-to-peer learning opportunity for managers and leaders |
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Conversation Circles, a series for managers and leaders, creates an intentional space where supervisors, managers and leaders can share and discuss insights and best practices while building their peer networks.
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| Facilities Department to host educational classes for faculty, staff |
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The Vanderbilt University Facilities Department will host several upcoming sessions of Facilities University, a series of classes to educate the Vanderbilt community about the inner workings of the department.
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| USAC partnering with Second Harvest for virtual food drive in February |
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Vanderbilt’s University Staff Advisory Council is partnering with Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee for a virtual food drive in the month of February.
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