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October 30, 2025
STAFF EXPERIENCE
2025 Fall Staff Assembly celebrates Vanderbilt's 'noble work'
Chancellor Diermeier addressing the audience at 2025 Fall Staff Assembly.
The 2025 Fall Staff Assembly, which was held at Langford Auditorium on Oct. 29, reflected on Vanderbilt’s extraordinary achievements. From meeting its ambitious fundraising goals to raising the bar in academics, one thing was clear: This is Vanderbilt’s moment. And as various speakers noted throughout the assembly, much of it would be impossible without the heroic efforts of the university’s staff. Read More
ACCOLADES
2025 Fall Staff Assembly honors individuals and teams for excellence in leadership and innovation
Awards from the 2025 Fall Staff Assembly sit on a table.
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier and Vice Chancellor of People, Culture and Belonging Sydney Savion presented awards at the 2025 Fall Staff Assembly to a mix of inspiring individuals and teams who have made significant contributions through their community engagement, research and service. Read More
APPOINTMENTS
Vanderbilt Board of Trust extends Chairman Bruce R. Evans’ term to 2030
Headshot of Bruce Evans.
The Vanderbilt Board of Trust has voted to extend Bruce R. Evans’ (BE’81) term as chairman for an additional three years, ending on June 30, 2030. The resolution for the extension cited Evans’ pivotal leadership in guiding the board and university through significant changes, supporting the chancellor’s leadership through the university’s growth and adaptation in a rapidly changing educational landscape. Read More
VandyFest 2024
Fans of the Vanderbilt baseball program will have the opportunity to meet and interact with the VandyBoys at the 2026 VandyFest on Jan. 24 at Memorial Gymnasium. VandyFest will offer guests an exciting afternoon featuring autographs, giveaways, player introductions and more ahead of the new season.
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4:30–6:30 p.m. • West End Neighborhood
West End Neighborhood Halloween Celebration
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4:45–6:30 p.m. • Jasper’s Game and Lounge Area, 1918 West End Avenue
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11 a.m. • ABC Network
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Upcoming Events
 
Nov. 3 | The Private Sector and The Planet Speaker Series: 'Bypassing Polarization on Energy Issues' Fireside Chat with Former Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen

Nov. 3–5 | Homecoming Blood Drive

Nov. 11 | Veteran’s Day Breakfast

Nov. 22–30 | Thanksgiving Break for Students
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Undergraduate Experience
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Nashville & Community
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VU in the News
 
ESPN: What's behind Vanderbilt football's remarkable turnaround
Vanderbilt Football is featured. Chancellor Daniel Diermeier, Football Head Coach Clark Lea, Athletic Director Candice Storey Lee and Football General Manager Barton Simmons are quoted.
 
MSNBC: 'We never got any pressure': Vanderbilt chancellor on memo from Trump on federal funds
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier is interviewed.
 
USA Today: Did aliens spy on our nuclear tests? Study finds signs of UFOs near US sites in 1950s
Stephen Bruehl, professor of anesthesiology, is quoted.

Newsweek: Troubling surge in young Americans with ‘disease of older adults’
Research from Aimal Khan, assistant professor of surgery, is cited.
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