Free Fidelity webcast on women’s financial wellness Aug. 6
Fidelity will offer a free webcast as part of its ongoing resources for Vanderbilt employees. Read More
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Vanderbilt researchers develop potential treatment to fight mosquito-borne chikungunya virus
In late 2013 the Caribbean had its first case of the mosquito-borne chikungunya virus. Today there have been almost 1.2 million cases in 44 countries or territories, including 177 cases in 31 U.S. States. Read More
A little jolt helps the brain get back on track
Applying mild electrical stimulation to an area of the brain associated with cognitive control helps people with schizophrenia to recognize errors and adjust their behavior to avoid them. Read More
Vanderbilt Student Media Hall of Fame 2015 class named
The Vanderbilt Student Media Hall of Fame will induct 2015 class members Roy Neel, Eric Etheridge, Georgia Stitt and Amy Chowdhry during Vanderbilt Reunion at the John Seigenthaler Center. Read More
Athletics tickets info offered at hospital cafeteria
This summer, ticket associates will be on hand to provide information for Vanderbilt employees during the lunch hour. Read More
Report: Homeless families fare better with housing vouchers
A new HUD study conducted in partnership with Vanderbilt found that housing choice vouchers were more effective for homeless families than other options. Read More
Federal managers speak out on problems with underperforming employees, firing, hiring and promotions in their agencies
Vanderbilt will host a news conference Thursday, July 16, at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., to disclose results of a survey of federal executives. Read More
Vanderbilt mourns loss of former Radiology chair Kaye
Jeremy Kaye, M.D., Professor Emeritus of Radiology and Radiological Sciences, died July 4 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He was 75. Read More
NSF award goes to Fisk geneticist following VU post-doc training
The partnership with Fisk through the Fisk-Vanderbilt Masters-to-PhD Bridge Program and other avenues, “presents us with an opportunity to see the results of our efforts impact an under-served community." Read More
People living in less affluent regions are more environmentally friendly in Latin America, Caribbean
More people than surveyors expected think protection of the environment should be a priority in Latin America and the Caribbean. Read More
Updated faculty FAQ for VU/VUMC transition now online
A new, separate set of Frequently Asked Questions for faculty is online now. Read More
Faculty FAQs for VU/VUMC transition
New faculty FAQ sheet answers questions about the transition. Read More
VU Athletics announces Athletes of the Year
Vanderbilt has announced multiple recipients of its annual Male and Female Athlete of the Year awards, the by-product of extraordinary performances by a number of teams and individuals. Read More
New phone billing rates in effect as of July 1
In accordance with the FY16 operating budget guidelines, Vanderbilt IT phone line and voicemail rates will change beginning this month. Read More
Babies and You July 16: ‘Preparing for labor and birth’
Bethany Sanders, a certified nurse midwife with the West End Women’s Health Center, will discuss preparing for labor and birth as part of the Babies and You series from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, July 16, in Light Hall, Room 419. Read More
Sign up for Health Plus Nutrition Challenge for chance to win prizes
Enjoy the taste of eating right through a 10-week experience of eating delicious food, saving money, and minimizing your time in the kitchen. Read More
New session of National Diabetes Prevention Program begins
Health Plus is getting ready to start a new session of the National Diabetes Prevention Program, proven to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes through group sessions with a trained lifestyle coach. Read More
Go for the Gold Step 3 now available
The third and final step of Go for the Gold is now available. The Game Plan for Your Health video features personal interviews with Vanderbilt faculty and staff and provides practical ways to take charge of your health. Read More
Vanderbilt to host Meet the Candidates picnic July 16
Vanderbilt University will host a Meet the Candidates picnic in advance of the upcoming election for Nashville’s next mayor, vice mayor and members of the Metro Council. Read More
Vanderbilt University Police Department seeks community feedback July 14
A July 14 public forum is one of the final steps in Vanderbilt University Police Department’s effort to become the first university police agency in the state to be granted Gold Standard national accreditation. Read More
