MyVU News
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President George W. Bush to visit for Chancellor’s Lecture March 11
Vanderbilt University Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos will welcome the 43rd president of the United States, George W. Bush, for a conversation on Monday, March 11. Those interested in tickets must fill out a form between noon today and noon Feb. 26 to be entered into a randomized drawing. Read MoreFeb 20, 2019
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‘The View’s’ Meghan McCain reflects on her father, civility at Chancellor’s Lecture
During her Chancellor's Lecture Series appearance Tuesday evening, Meghan McCain, political analyst, best-selling author and co-host of "The View," said she loves visiting universities and talking to young people about politics because they’re more curious and open than older generations. Read MoreFeb 20, 2019
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Apply for fall 2019 study abroad by Feb. 27; get incentives
The Global Education Office encourages students to consider several incentives for fall 2019 study abroad. Applications for most fall 2019 programs are due Feb. 27. Read MoreFeb 20, 2019
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Voice services ordering to be streamlined through SerVU system
The SerVU system includes new order forms and an automated approval process that will streamline and speed the voice services ordering process for the university. Read MoreFeb 20, 2019
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Chancellor Feb. 25 faculty hours canceled
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos will host open office hours with faculty on Monday, Feb. 25, from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Alumni Hall Lounge. All university faculty members are welcome to attend and discuss any topic of their choice with the chancellor. RSVPs are required. Read MoreFeb 19, 2019
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Schorr, leading expert on social entrepreneurship, dies
James Schorr, who started the social entrepreneurship program at Vanderbilt University, where he was an adjunct professor at the Owen Graduate School of Management and Peabody College of education and human development, has died. He was 51. Read MoreFeb 19, 2019
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What’s on My Mind: David Williams II
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos reflects on the life and legacy of David Williams II, former vice chancellor and athletics director, in this week's column. Read MoreFeb 18, 2019
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Remarkable life of David Williams II celebrated
David Williams II was remembered as a courageous vice chancellor, outstanding athletics director, brilliant law professor and devoted husband and father during a celebration of life service Feb. 15. Read MoreFeb 18, 2019
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Vanderbilt wins regional Emmy
Vanderbilt University’s 2017-18 public service announcement, “Vanderbilt University Connects,” took home the Emmy for best “Promo Spot/Image” from the MidSouth Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences at its 33rd annual awards ceremony Feb. 16 at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Read MoreFeb 18, 2019
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Safety remains top priority as electric scooter use increases
The Division of Administration has established a dockless bike and electric scooter educational outreach group, charged with bringing together students and administrators to educate the community on best practices and offer a forum to address concerns. Read MoreFeb 18, 2019
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Applications invited for the OpEd Project at Vanderbilt
The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center and the Program in American Studies invite Vanderbilt faculty, graduate and professional students, postdoctoral fellows, and staff to apply for an upcoming two-day workshop administered by the OpEd Project on the Vanderbilt campus. The nonprofit OpEd Project is a social venture founded to increase the range of voices and quality of ideas we hear in the world. Read MoreFeb 18, 2019
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Disney-themed Engineers Week promotes importance of imagination
Vanderbilt Engineers Week 2019, scheduled for Feb. 18-22, is spreading a little magic through more than a dozen activities during the annual five-day celebration of engineering education. Read MoreFeb 18, 2019
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‘Explorations in Research’ networking event Feb. 27
The Office of Immersion Resources and several student organizations have partnered to organize Explorations in Research, an event designed to convene researchers from all disciplines for an evening of networking and discovery. Read MoreFeb 18, 2019
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Immersion experience launches first class of VUSN Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner students
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing recently held a three-day clinical immersion to launch its Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner education program for advanced practice nursing students, part of a $1.43 million grant from the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration. Read MoreFeb 18, 2019
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Chancellor discusses ‘state of the university,’ impact of staff, with USAC
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos recently provided updates on topics ranging from strategic land use planning to increasing leadership opportunities for women, during a wide-ranging talk at USAC. Read MoreFeb 15, 2019
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YouTube’s ‘Physics Girl’ discusses using videos in science outreach Feb. 28
Dianna Cowern, from YouTube’s "The Physics Girl," will be featured at a talk on Thursday, Feb. 28, in the Stevenson Center, Room 4309. Cowern will discuss using videos to share science and enrich the learning experience, in and out of the classroom. Read MoreFeb 15, 2019
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Our favorite #vandygram of the week
This week our favorite #vandygram goes out to @themomalisa_. We try to offer a diverse selection of events to the VU community, and she shared this special moment with best-selling author Angie Thomas from Wednesday evening. Read MoreFeb 15, 2019
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Angie Thomas, best-selling author of ‘The Hate U Give,’ discusses art as activism
Hundreds of Vanderbilt and Nashville community members gathered in Langford Auditorium Wednesday evening for a lecture hosted by Equity, Diversity and Inclusion featuring best-selling author Angie Thomas. Her talk spanned several topics, including art as a medium for activism and the events and experiences that prompted Thomas to write her debut novel, "The Hate U Give." Read MoreFeb 15, 2019
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Report outside retirement contributions to HR by April 1
To help employees avoid tax penalties, Human Resources collects information each spring regarding contributions made to outside retirement plans to help ensure they do not exceed IRS limits. Read MoreFeb 15, 2019
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Vanderbilt choral director to make Carnegie Hall debut
Associate Professor of Choral Studies Tucker Biddlecombe will make his Carnegie Hall conducting debut on Sunday, Feb. 17, helming Morten Lauridsen’s modern-day classic "Lux Aeterna." The production will include singers from the Blair Children’s Chorus program, specifically the Young Men’s Chorus, who will perform with choristers from five states accompanied by the New England Symphonic Ensemble. Read MoreFeb 13, 2019