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Vanderbilt astrophysicist leads international workshop to turn plans for a crewed lunar observatory into reality
Karan Jani, research assistant professor of physics and astronomy, convened experts from around the world at the European Gravitational Observatory in Italy to further explore the possibility of detecting gravitational waves on the moon. Read MoreOct 25, 2021
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Vanderbilt acorns to become forests of the future
With the cooler fall temperatures, Vanderbilt’s iconic white oaks have begun dropping their acorns. While the campus squirrels are busily storing their share, Vanderbilt has partnered with the Tennessee Department of Forestry to collect acorns to plant the forests of the future. Read MoreOct 25, 2021
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Panel to discuss ‘Pandemic America: Where the &$@! Are We Heading?’ Nov. 2
The Department of Medicine, Health and Society will host a webinar on Tuesday, Nov. 2, featuring esteemed panelists discussing the future of America, post-pandemic. The event will provide insight into where we’ve been, where we're headed, and what we can do about it. Read MoreOct 25, 2021
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Data Science Institute Summer Research Program info session is Nov. 9
The Vanderbilt Data Science Institute will host an information session for undergraduate students interested in data science research on Tuesday, Nov. 9, beginning at 4 p.m. CT. Read MoreOct 25, 2021
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Strengthening Cybersecurity Across VU: Phishing—be cautious of what you click
Phishing scams are a form of social engineering attack where attackers pose as a reputable source to deliver a fake email that looks and feels real. The fake email is designed to trick you into clicking a link or downloading an attachment to steal your personal information or infect your computer. Read MoreOct 25, 2021
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Final days for Go for the Gold; deadline is Oct. 31
Vanderbilt's three-step Go for the Gold program can help you achieve a healthier and more productive life by identifying health risks and encouraging you to take action to reduce those risks. Read MoreOct 25, 2021
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VERA soft launch phase 2 begins Nov. 1
Phase two of the soft launch of the Vanderbilt Electronic Research Administration software will begin on Nov. 1. Read MoreOct 25, 2021
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2022 Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Awards Program
Vanderbilt University may nominate one faculty member in the chemical sciences for the Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Awards Program. Read MoreOct 24, 2021
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Limited Submission Opportunity: St. Baldrick’s Foundation Scholar (Career Development) Awards
Vanderbilt may submit one Scholar (Career Development) Award proposal for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation spring grant cycle. The St. Baldrick’s Foundation is a nonprofit organization raising funds for childhood cancer research. Read MoreOct 24, 2021
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Security Notice: Sexual assault
On Oct. 23 VUPD was notified by VUMC personnel that a VU student checked into the emergency department and reported she was sexually assaulted during the night in her campus residence hall room. Read MoreOct 23, 2021
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Benefits on-campus lab set for Oct. 27
Open Enrollment is now underway until Friday, Oct. 29, at 11:59 p.m. CT. If you need help enrolling or don’t have access to a computer, stop by the benefits on-campus lab on Wednesday, Oct. 27, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Kissam C210. Read MoreOct 22, 2021
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Vanderbilt Postdoctoral Association will host 15th annual symposium Nov. 1
The Vanderbilt Postdoctoral Association will host its annual symposium on Monday, Nov. 1, featuring poster sessions and talks by Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center postdoctoral scholars. Read MoreOct 22, 2021
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Annual Cuninggim Lecture: ‘Calling in the Calling-out Culture’ Nov. 3
Loretta J. Ross, visiting associate professor of the study of women and gender at Smith College, will present the annual Cuninggim Lecture on Women in Culture and Society on Wednesday, Nov. 3. Ross will discuss “Calling in the Calling-out Culture” beginning at 5 p.m. CT via Zoom. Read MoreOct 22, 2021
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Follow these tips for a safe Halloween
With Halloween soon upon us, Vanderbilt University Public Safety is sharing guidelines with the VU community to promote a safe and enjoyable holiday. Read MoreOct 22, 2021
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HR’s Employee Learning and Engagement presents: ‘4 Stages of Psychological Safety’ Oct. 28
Join Human Resources’ Employee Learning and Engagement for “4 Stages of Psychological Safety” on Thursday, Oct. 28, from 1 to 2 p.m. CT. Read MoreOct 22, 2021
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Work-Life Workshop: ‘Gaslighting in the Workplace’ Nov. 4
The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center’s next Work-Life Workshop will be on Thursday, Nov. 4, at noon CT via Zoom. Read MoreOct 22, 2021
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Flexner Deans’ Lecture: ‘Sexual Trauma and Trauma-informed Care’ Nov. 10
Veronica Ades, vice chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Jacobi Medical Center, will discuss "Sexual Trauma and Trauma-informed Care" on Monday, Nov. 1, from noon to 1 p.m. CT via Zoom. The lecture is part of the 2021-22 Flexner Deans’ Lecture Series at the School of Medicine. Read MoreOct 22, 2021
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Panel to share experiences on allyship and what it means to be an ally Nov. 10
Dr. André L. Churchwell, vice chancellor for equity, diversity and inclusion and chief diversity officer, will host a panel of Vanderbilt faculty and students to discuss meaningful allyship and steps one can take to be a good ally on Wednesday, Nov. 10, at 4 p.m. CT. Read MoreOct 21, 2021
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Novel advanced light design and fabrication process could revolutionize sensing technologies
Vanderbilt and Penn State engineers have developed a novel approach to design and fabricate thin-film infrared light sources with near-arbitrary spectral output driven by heat, along with a machine learning methodology called inverse design that reduced the optimization time for these devices from weeks or months on a multi-core computer… Read MoreOct 21, 2021
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Blasting for Residential College C in West End Neighborhood to begin Oct. 25
Blasting for the foundation of Residential College C in the West End Neighborhood is scheduled to begin on Monday, Oct. 25. Read MoreOct 21, 2021