MyVU News

Dr. André L. Churchwell, vice chancellor for outreach, inclusion and belonging and chief diversity officer, hosted a panel of Vanderbilt faculty earlier this fall to discuss the state of racial justice in America. Among the topics covered was how art can offer hope during unsettled times and help create a more just, civil and moral society. Read More

In her new book spanning culture, law, science and theology, Vanderbilt Divinity professor Stephanie Budwey explores the experiences of intersex people in church and faith communities. Read More

There's still time for all interested students to apply for the Clinton Global Initiative University’s 2023 cohort. The application deadline has been extended to Jan. 4, 2023. CGI U is a unique opportunity to connect aspiring student leaders with leading experts in business, technology and social impact. Read More

Anighya Crocker, BMus’21, came to Vanderbilt as a multiracial, first-generation college student with big dreams to serve the community through public office and music. His Vanderbilt experience as a double major in Law, History and Society and music performance has helped him to hone both of those dreams. Read More

Applications for the 2023 Vanderbilt Undergraduate Summer Research Program will open on InfoReady on Tuesday, Oct. 25. VUSRP provides funding to students to work closely with a faculty member of their choosing on joint research efforts. Read More

Antentor Hinton Jr., assistant professor of molecular physiology and biophysics in the School of Medicine Basic Sciences, has been awarded a $1.15 million, five-year grant from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative to boost diversity in STEM research. Read More

Erwin Charles Hargrove Jr., professor of political science, emeritus, and a former director of the Vanderbilt Institute for Public Policy Studies, died Oct. 11 in Nashville. Read More

How does daylight saving time impact our health? Join Lisa Monteggia, Barlow Family Director of the Vanderbilt Brain Institute and professor of pharmacology, and panelists as they explore how time changes affect our circadian rhythms. Read More

M. Eric Johnson, who has led the Owen Graduate School of Management through a period of momentum and growth in innovative programs, research collaborations, world-class facilities, alumni engagement and more, will not seek renewal as dean when he finishes his second term of service in June 2023. Read More

Open enrollment is underway now until Friday, Oct. 28, at 11:59 p.m. CT. This year, all benefits-eligible employees must elect a health plan or waive coverage. If you need help enrolling or do not have access to a computer, stop by the Benefits on-campus lab on Thursday, Oct. 20. Read More

Student Organizations, Leadership and Service, an office of Student Affairs, hosted a grand opening for the Leadership and Service Space Oct. 4. The new space is located at 2402 Vanderbilt Place in the West End Neighborhood and will serve as home to several umbrella student organizations. Read More

Vanderbilt University employees who are registered to vote may be absent from work for a reasonable paid period of time, not to exceed three hours, to execute their voting rights. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 8. Read More

Vanderbilt will celebrate the many contributions military veterans and service members bring to their roles at the university with several initiatives to mark Veterans Day 2022. Read More

Applications are now open for the Vanderbilt Staff Mentorship Program. Applications to serve as a mentor and/or mentee are available on the program's website and due on Thursday, Oct. 27.  Read More

Vanderbilt University welcomes 74 new faculty across its schools and colleges for the 2022–23 academic year. Here, some of the new faculty share their work involving creative thinking and expression. Read More

Dr. André L. Churchwell, vice chancellor for outreach, inclusion and belonging and chief diversity officer at Vanderbilt University, has been named a Top 25 Diversity Leader for 2022 by Modern Healthcare magazine. Read More

Christopher Carpenter, Lisa M. Monteggia and W. Kimryn Rathmell have been elected to the National Academy of Medicine for their major contributions to the advancement of medical science, health care and public policy. Read More

Discovery Vanderbilt, announced today by Provost C. Cybele Raver, builds upon Opportunity Vanderbilt and Destination Vanderbilt by committing major resources to dramatically increase faculty, student and staff engagement and success in pursuing bold new ideas through disciplined, rigorous inquiry. Read More

Vanderbilt University has named Eben Cathey, a land use and communications consultant with broad experience working for Metro Nashville government, as senior director for local government relations. Read More

For the second year, the Nashville Downtown Partnership and Vanderbilt University are teaming up for the Partnership’s Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, Oct. 19, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Renaissance Nashville Hotel. This year’s keynote featuring former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn is centered on the success of the Tampa Riverwalk in Florida and how it could serve as a model for the development of Nashville’s riverfront. Read More