MyVU HR News
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2025 Fall Staff Assembly celebrates Vanderbilt’s moment in time as it sets its sights on becoming ‘the great university of the 21st century’
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 MoreOct 30, 2025
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Bouncing Back: Tips for building resilience
We all face pain and hardships. Whether it’s a career setback, breakup or health scare, building resilience is crucial for navigating life’s challenges. While you can’t always control your initial reactions to tough situations, you can learn how to build resilience to help you recover and move through challenges faster. Read MoreOct 16, 2025
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Vehicle, pedestrian route changes start Monday, Oct. 6, near Central Neighborhood
A series of sidewalk and roadway closures will begin on Monday, Oct. 6, in Vanderbilt’s Central Neighborhood. Whether you are walking, biking or driving, take time to chart a course that will make navigating campus a breeze. Read MoreOct 2, 2025
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Open Enrollment: Detailed guide and health insurance premiums now available
Open Enrollment is your once-a-year opportunity to choose the benefits that best meet the needs of you and your family. To ensure you’re enrolled in your desired plans, all fully benefits-eligible employees must complete Open Enrollment, even if you do not plan to make changes or waive coverage. Open Enrollment will take place on My VU Benefits between 12 a.m. CT Oct. 16, and 11:59 p.m. CT Oct. 31, 2025. Read MoreOct 2, 2025
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New Benefit: Get reimbursed for certificate and other professional development programs
Beginning July 23, eligible full-time staff and faculty who have completed three consecutive months of service can take advantage of two new education benefit programs designed to help you grow professionally and personally. The new benefit will reimburse up to $5,250 per year for a wide range of professional development opportunities. Read MoreJul 23, 2025
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Join Staff-Letics kickball league
Vanderbilt University’s Staff-Letics Program is back with a fan favorite: the Kickball League. This is your chance to relive those childhood memories and enjoy some friendly competition with colleagues as we begin the summer. The kickball season will run from May 14 through May 30. Read MoreApr 21, 2025
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Get ready for Open Enrollment: Detailed guide and health insurance premiums now available
Open Enrollment will take place on MyVU Benefits between 12 a.m. CT Oct. 21, and 11:59 p.m. CT Nov. 4, 2024. You can make or change your elections as often as you would like during this time. Keep in mind, you must complete the entire enrollment process and confirm your elections in order to ensure you have the benefits you want in place for 2025. Read MoreOct 10, 2024
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Open Enrollment 2025: New benefits administrator, processes
In July, Vanderbilt switched to Empyrean for its benefits administration to streamline the online benefits enrollment process. Open Enrollment begins at 8 a.m. CT on Monday, Oct. 21, and ends at 11:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. Elections are effective Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2025. Read MoreSep 25, 2024
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Vanderbilt wins three Stevie Awards for sustainability work and People, Culture and Belonging
Vanderbilt has won three Stevie awards—the first time the university has been recognized by the world’s premier business awards. More than 3,600 international nominations were submitted in a wide range of categories. Read MoreAug 26, 2024
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Save the Date: Open Enrollment is Oct. 21–Nov. 4, 2024
Open Enrollment is your annual opportunity to choose the benefits that best meet the needs of you and your family. All benefits-eligible employees must complete Open Enrollment for calendar year 2025. Read MoreAug 15, 2024
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New Vanderbilt Staff Athletics League begins July 16
At Vanderbilt, we are dedicated to cultivating a campus culture that prioritizes the holistic well-being of our staff. The Vanderbilt Staff Athletics Program, or "Staff-Letics" for short, embodies this unwavering commitment. The new initiative goes beyond just promoting physical activity; it also fosters a deep sense of community, camaraderie and belonging among our Vanderbilt staff and colleagues. Read MoreJul 8, 2024
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Vanderbilt University’s People, Culture and Belonging division unveils transformative updates
Since its inception in December 2023, Vanderbilt University's People, Culture and Belonging division has worked to enhance the staff experience and foster innovation. Today, PCB announces a series of updates aimed at revolutionizing operational efficiency and elevating the employee experience, solidifying the university’s commitment to its core values: belonging, self-direction, growth and collaboration. Read MoreJun 18, 2024
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Rest assured: Surprising advantages of getting enough sleep
Sleep affects our memory, mood and concentration, so getting quality rest is vital for our physical and emotional well-being. Quality sleep is not a one-size-fits-all journey, but the Office of Health and Wellness has compiled few tips that can help you transition to sleeping well. Read MoreJun 10, 2024
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People, Culture and Belonging unveils a reimagined onboarding experience: Vanderbilt Voyage
Launching on May 13, Vanderbilt Voyage will redefine new staff orientation by offering an immersive journey into the university's vision, mission, values, history and traditions. Beyond initial orientation, Vanderbilt Voyage will be a cornerstone of the university’s long-term commitment to enhancing the employee experience. Through a yearlong blueprint centered on “moments that matter,” the program will reshape how new hires integrate into the university community. Read MoreMay 6, 2024
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Vanderbilt University transitions benefits administration starting July 1
Vanderbilt University is changing its benefits administration services, starting July 1, to deliver an enhanced benefits experience that meets the evolving needs of its employees. Read MoreApr 18, 2024
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Dan Russell: Care for Community
Dan Russell, sustainability coordinator intern in Auxiliary Services, teaches the Vanderbilt community about how people’s individual choices in using Earth's resources can affect our urban patch of Nashville and the planet on which we live. Read MoreApr 15, 2024
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The Vanderbilt Staff Mentorship Program returns for Summer 2024
Applications are now open for both mentors and mentees for the summer session of the Vanderbilt Staff Mentorship Program. Read MoreApr 4, 2024
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Vanderbilt retirement plan enhancements to begin Sept. 3
Vanderbilt University is introducing improvements to its retirement plan that aim to make saving for the future even easier. These enhancements, designed with the financial well-being of employees in mind, include an auto-advance adjustment, annual auto-enrollment and an annual increase program. Read MoreApr 1, 2024
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Finding comfort in a new healthy routine
When it comes to building a healthier lifestyle, you might be more successful with adding new behaviors rather than attempting to break old habits. Anything you do regularly and consistently can become a ritual. Maintaining a daily routine is crucial to an overall sense of well-being. Here are some tips to help you get started. Read MoreMar 20, 2024
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Tips for managing stress
Stress is a part of life, but when stress continues to rise it can be hard to handle. While we can’t completely avoid stressful times, these strategies can help us cope and care for ourselves. Read MoreMar 18, 2024