MyVU HR News

As the end of the year approaches, the Payroll Department encourages you to review your personal information to ensure your W-2 will be accurate. Log into Oracle by Jan. 9 to ensure your information is up to date. Read More

Vanderbilt University is hosting several giveaways and discounts to show our appreciation for our staff and faculty’s hard work this year. Here is a reminder of what’s coming up. Read More

Vanderbilt University will make significant enhancements to its employee retirement plan beginning this holiday season. Effective Jan. 1, 2024, the university will match employees’ contributions to the plan up to 6 percent, as well as automatically enroll new hires and rehires in the plan at the 6 percent match.*   Read More

November is centered around men’s health awareness, and it’s a reminder for everyone to prioritize their physical and mental health.   Read More

The program extends a unique educational opportunity to Vanderbilt staff members, exposing them to the intricacies of human resource management. Participants will acquire vital skills and knowledge essential for being able to understand, strategically navigate and apply university HR policy and procedures.   Read More

Vanderbilt University faculty, staff and postdocs are invited to participate in Turkey Toss 2023 on Friday, Dec. 15, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (7 a.m. to 4 p.m. inside) at the Sarratt Student Center. Participants will have the choice of a Turkey/Tofurky or a set of special gift items while supplies last. Read More

In this workshop you will learn what it means to manage up, why it’s important, and how it aids your professional growth and development. Join this session to learn ways to cultivate a mutually beneficial relationship for you and your boss. Read More

Open Enrollment is your once-a-year 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 2024. Enrollment ends at 11:59 p.m. CT Oct. 27, 2023. Elections will be effective Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2024, and cannot be changed after the enrollment period closes, unless you have a qualifying life event.   Read More

In this session, we will provide you with an opportunity to complete the CliftonStrengths assessment to unlock your Top 5 Talent Themes and explore how they impact your work. Read More

In the AAUW Start Smart Salary Negotiation Workshop, participants will learn how to research a target salary, highlight their accomplishments, and find the right words and the confidence to negotiate for better benefits and pay. Read More

Open Enrollment is now live and ends at 11:59 p.m. CT Oct. 27. All benefits-eligible employees must complete Open Enrollment for calendar year 2024. Elections will be effective Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2024, and cannot be changed after the enrollment period closes unless you have a qualifying life event. Read More

A recording of the April 19, 2023 session is now available in Oracle Learning. The session discussed various types of roles, departments and fields within the university; how panelists have navigated career shifts and moves both within and across departments within Vanderbilt; and strategies for growing and developing participant careers.  Read More

The Vanderbilt Human Resources’ Employee Learning and Engagement team welcomes 23 leaders from 19 schools and departments to the 13th class of Vanderbilt Leadership Academy. More than 270 faculty and staff members have been part of the program since its inception.  Read More

In this four-part series, guided by the book, we will engage in deep discussions, activities, and reflections around motivation, communication, culture, leadership, and more. The sessions will be hosted virtually from 11 a.m. to noon on Oct. 24 and 31, and Nov. 7 and 14. Read More

Join HR Employee Learning and Engagement for our next Conversation Circle, a series for managers and leaders, on Oct. 26, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. This session will focus on managing teams of managers. Read More

Understanding the relationship between mental wellness and physical well-being is crucial to improving all areas of your life.  Lyra, your mental health benefit, can get you matched to a provider who speaks your desired language, has a relatable background, or has an expertise in helping members navigate multicultural topics. Virgin Pulse, your wellness benefit, takes a whole-person approach to health and well-being by providing members with a unified highly personalized digital health experience to help improve their mental health, physical well-being and everything in between.   Read More

Vanderbilt Debate will host an open house, public debate and alumni reunion on Friday, Nov. 3. This event series is an opportunity to reflect on the history of debate at Vanderbilt, connect with alumni, explore the new debate space and hear about where Vanderbilt Debate is headed next. The event is open to the public, and attendance from past and present Vanderbilt Debate students is strongly encouraged.  Read More

All benefits-eligible employees must complete Open Enrollment during October 2023 for calendar year 2024 benefits. The benefits team will be on campus at Sarratt Student Center, Room 325/327, on Thursday, Oct. 19, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. to assist with answering your benefits and Open Enrollment questions.   Read More

Atomic Habits has been called “the most comprehensive and practical guide on how to create good habits, break bad ones, and get one percent better every day.” What new habits do you want to develop for the workplace? What old habits are you ready to be rid of in the workplace? Come learn about Atomic Habits and leave with an action plan to implement these practices into your work at Vanderbilt. Read More

Get to know your options now in preparation for Open Enrollment. The Open Enrollment website is live with the most up-to-date information for your 2024 benefit options. Read More