MyVU News
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Listen: Earley’s new stories bring the extraordinary to aging characters
Tony Earley describes his new short story collection, "Mr. Tall," as "more grown up" than some of his previous writings. Read MoreAug 22, 2014
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Chancellor welcomes students, faculty and staff to new academic year
"From Vanderbilt students engaged in discovery and the creation of new ideas—to faculty and staff teams connecting across disciplinary borders to solve the challenges facing our greater society—we are all joined in our belief of improving ourselves and serving our world," writes Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos in his academic year welcome. Read MoreAug 22, 2014
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Vanderbilt begins academic year in position of strength, despite challenges
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos told the opening Faculty Assembly on Aug. 21 that Vanderbilt begins the academic year in an exceptionally strong position—academically, financially and culturally. Read MoreAug 22, 2014
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New Academic Strategic Plan charts course for Vanderbilt’s future
Vanderbilt’s Academic Strategic Plan, which will guide university investments in faculty recruitment, capital planning, academic programs and philanthropic priorities over the next 10 years, was officially unveiled by Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos Aug. 21. Read MoreAug 22, 2014
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Get your flu shot Oct. 1 at Flulapalooza
Flulapalooza 4 takes place Oct. 1 in a tent between Light Hall and the VA Hospital. Read MoreAug 22, 2014
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Landers, Fuchs win awards at Fall Faculty Assembly
An international expert on slavery and emancipation during the 18th and 19th centuries was awarded the prestigious Earl Sutherland Prize for Achievement in Research during Vanderbilt University’s Fall Faculty Assembly. Read MoreAug 22, 2014
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Faculty and staff to review conduct guidelines at start of academic year
All Vanderbilt faculty and staff are urged to review the university’s Standards of Conduct at the start of the academic year and refer back to those guidelines throughout the year. Read MoreAug 20, 2014
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Engineering professor shares mapping technology with teachers
Through a partnership between Vanderbilt and Metro Nashville Public Schools, a group of dedicated teachers returned to the classroom this year with a new skill set and the tools to incorporate GIS mapping technology into their curriculum. Read MoreAug 20, 2014
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2014 Vanderbilt Divinity and GDR Distinguished Alumni/ae named
The late Bishop Joseph Johnson, the Rev. Becca Stevens and the Rev. Dr. Thomas Ogletree are the 2014 Divinity/GDR Distinguished Alumni/ae. Read MoreAug 19, 2014
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Super-sized lab has energized grand opening
More than 150 people showed up Aug. 14 for the grand opening of the School of Engineering’s new Laboratory for Systems Integrity and Reliability. Read MoreAug 18, 2014
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Employee Tailgate is Sept. 13
Tailgate 2014, a free event for Vanderbilt employees, is scheduled for 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 13. Employees also may reserve up to four free tickets for the Sept. 13 football game. Read MoreAug 18, 2014
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Memorial service set for Vanderbilt professor of church history
Dale Johnson, a retired Vanderbilt professor of church history who was editor of a book that traced the history of the Divinity School, has died. Read MoreAug 18, 2014
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Nominate a colleague for the Commodore Award
Nominations are being sought through Sept. 10 for the 2014 Commodore Award, Vanderbilt’s highest staff honor. Read MoreAug 15, 2014
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Sheryll Cashin to give fresh take on affirmative action Sept. 4 at Vanderbilt
Georgetown University law professor and Vanderbilt alumna Sheryll Cashin will discuss her new book on affirmative action Sept. 4 in the first Chancellor's Lecture of the academic year. Read MoreAug 15, 2014
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New health coaching certificate program to be offered this fall
Vanderbilt will offer a certificate program for health professionals to educate them in helping patients set realistic health goals and provide support in reaching them. Read MoreAug 13, 2014
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Move in begins on campus
Move in has begun at the newly opened Warren and Moore Colleges on the northeast corner of campus. Read MoreAug 13, 2014
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First all-Vanderbilt undergraduate research fair and poster session Sept. 1
The Office of Honor Scholarships and Vanderbilt Undergraduate Summer Research Program are hosting Vanderbilt’s first university-wide, interdisciplinary undergraduate poster session. Read MoreAug 13, 2014
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Division of Administration announces organizational changes
Vanderbilt’s Division of Administration has announced organizational changes affecting two of its offices. Read MoreAug 13, 2014
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Employees celebrated at Vandy Chills
Faculty and staff enjoyed ice cream and other frozen treats and the opportunity to connect with their co-workers during Vandy Chills on Aug. 8. Read MoreAug 13, 2014
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Culbertson to lead Executive Development Institute at Owen
Skip Culbertson will be the new executive director at Owen's Executive Development Institute. He starts work Sept. 1. Read MoreAug 12, 2014