MyVU News
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Rokas to lead budding cross-disciplinary collaboration on evolutionary studies
The Vanderbilt Evolutionary Studies Initiative seeks to position the university as a global leader in evolutionary studies by engaging a large group of scholars who share this research interest. Read MoreAug 14, 2019
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Two-part Department of Energy webinar on federal funding Sept. 12, 26
A special two-part webinar series on federal funding from the Department of Energy is scheduled for Sept. 12 and Sept. 26 in the Baker Building, Room 800C. Remote viewing will be available with advanced registration. Read MoreAug 14, 2019
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Public comments welcome for VUPS Communications Unit accreditation visit
An assessment team from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. will visit Vanderbilt University’s campus on Aug. 19 to examine all aspects of the Vanderbilt University Public Safety Communications Unit’s policies and procedures, management, operations and support services. Read MoreAug 14, 2019
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Registration for SAVY sessions open
Do you have a gifted K-6 student looking for accelerated coursework? Registration is now open for fall and spring sessions of Saturday Academy at Vanderbilt for the Young. Read MoreAug 14, 2019
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‘VanderbiltLocal’: Office of Community Relations launches newsletter
The Office of Community Relations has launched "VanderbiltLocal," a monthly newsletter chronicling the university's impact in the Nashville community and beyond. To receive "VanderbiltLocal," email gcr@vanderbilt.edu. Read MoreAug 13, 2019
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2020 health care benefits—active enrollment required
Vanderbilt University will continue offering fully benefits-eligible employees two health care plan options in 2020: the Preferred Provider Plan and the Consumer Driven Health Plan. All fully benefits-eligible faculty and staff will be required to make an active plan selection during October's Open Enrollment for 2020 coverage. Read MoreAug 13, 2019
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Parking registration open for faculty and staff
Parking Services has opened registration for campus vehicle permits. University faculty and staff may log in online with their VUnetID and password to register their vehicle for the 2019-20 academic year. Read MoreAug 12, 2019
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Vanderbilt ranks No. 1 for student satisfaction, best quality of life
Vanderbilt is ranked No. 1 in the “Their Students Love These Colleges” category in The Princeton Review’s 2020 Best Colleges rankings. The university also took the top spot for “Best Quality of Life.” Read MoreAug 12, 2019
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‘Strong Foundations’ reports Vanderbilt’s rise as a top U.S. research university
Vanderbilt’s continued ascent as one of America’s leading research universities is chronicled in the university’s 2018-19 annual report, "Strong Foundations," released today by Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos. Read MoreAug 12, 2019
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Search committee announced to find next dean of Blair School of Music
Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan R. Wente has appointed a committee to conduct a national search for the next dean of the Blair School of Music. Read MoreAug 12, 2019
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Employees invited to open football practice Aug. 15
Vanderbilt employees are invited to get a behind-the-scenes look at this year’s Commodore football team under the direction of sixth-year head coach Derek Mason. Free hot dogs, hamburgers and drinks will be provided by Tri-Star BBQ for all who attend. Read MoreAug 12, 2019
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Show that your black and gold never fade on College Colors Day
Vanderbilt will celebrate College Colors Day on Friday, Aug. 30, when faculty, staff and students don their black-and-gold apparel ahead of the Aug. 31 football season opener at Vanderbilt Stadium against the University of Georgia. Read MoreAug 11, 2019
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Make Move-In Earth-friendly with the VU Cardboard Crew and FutureVU Sustainability
The VU Cardboard Crew will assist first-year students with recycling their cardboard, Styrofoam and plastic film wrapping during this year’s Move-In, and FutureVU Sustainability will host booths at the upcoming student resource fairs sharing tips on how students can minimize waste and recycle as they return to campus. Read MoreAug 11, 2019
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Oracle Cloud update to include new features
Vanderbilt’s Oracle Cloud environment will undergo its next quarterly upgrade Aug. 16-17. Following this update, users will see an enhanced mobile-responsive interface in additional applications. Read MoreAug 11, 2019
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School of Nursing receives $5M to increase nurse practitioners in rural, underserved areas
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing has received two awards totaling more than $5 million from the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration to increase the number of nurse practitioners working in rural and underserved communities lacking primary care providers. Read MoreAug 11, 2019
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University employees cool off with frozen treats at Vandy Chills
Thousands of university employees showed up for frozen treats at Vandy Chills, the annual Employee Appreciation event, on Aug. 8. Read MoreAug 11, 2019
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Our favorite #vandygram of the week
As the school year draws nearer, we are enjoying seeing everything our students have accomplished over the summer! @dmantarctica shared this photo of summer field work he and some students completed in Italy, making it our favorite #vandygram of the week. Read MoreAug 9, 2019
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National student research symposium brings undergrads from across country to campus
More than 150 undergraduates from across the nation who participated in the Vanderbilt Summer Science Academy presented at the program’s 17th annual student research symposium on Aug. 1. Read MoreAug 9, 2019
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Student-athlete: The Champions
In the magical run to a national championship, Vanderbilt baseball coach Tim Corbin said he was often asked when he first realized the 2019 edition of the Vandy Boys could be something special. His answer reveals all you need to know about the program he has built over 17 years in Nashville. Read MoreAug 9, 2019
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Vanderbilt to host Tennessee Triennial artwork in 2021
Vanderbilt University will play a key role in the Tennessee Triennial for Contemporary Art, scheduled for 2021, by hosting artwork for the event in the Fine Arts Gallery. The Tennessee Triennial will be spread across four cities, placing art in museums, contemporary art spaces and universities in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville and Chattanooga. Read MoreAug 9, 2019