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‘From Cloning Insulin to Engineering for Cell Therapy’
Join the Wond'ry to welcome guest lecturer Dr. Lydia Villa-Komaroff, a pioneering scientist who helped discover how to synthesize insulin in the 1970s. Read MoreApr 4, 2019
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Caregiver Support Group: ‘How to Protect Your Family from Financial Exploitation’
Vanderbilt faculty, staff, and students are invited to join the Caregiver Support Group meeting for a discussion about the red flags of a scam artist, the signs of financial exploitation, and steps to prevent it from happening to loved ones. Read MoreApr 4, 2019
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Duddu awarded NSF CAREER grant to better understand Antarctic ice sheet fracture
Ravindra Duddu has been awarded a $555,000 NSF CAREER grant to analyze Antarctic ice sheet fracture, improve models for ice mass loss and reduce uncertainty in long-term projections of average sea level rise. Read MoreApr 4, 2019
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Vanderbilt scholars are working to align higher ed policy with 21st century needs
Some of the leading efforts to understand the changing nature of public higher education, and implement policies to address those shifts, are being directed by Peabody faculty and alumni. Read MoreApr 3, 2019
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VU Theatre production explores current immigration crisis with ‘The Suppliants’
VU Theatre has adapted a fifth-century Greek tragedy by Aeschylus to spotlight the contemporary global immigration crisis in an April 4-7 production at Neely Auditorium. Read MoreApr 3, 2019
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Paschal embraces ‘conductor of movement’ role at Commencement
Cynthia Paschal is devoting significant time to 2019 Commencement as the first woman in the history of Vanderbilt to be selected for the leadership position of university marshal. Read MoreApr 3, 2019
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New residential faculty to join Warren College, The Martha Rivers Ingram Commons
New residential faculty appointments have been announced for Warren College and East House, effective fall 2019. Read MoreApr 2, 2019
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Filming Mobile Workshop hosted by VIDL April 5
Join VIDL’s videographers in a specialized training designed to help beginners learn the tools and techniques of filming with their Mobile Phone Kit with the intention of enhancing studio video productions. Read MoreApr 2, 2019
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Outlook/Exchange email moving to cloud
Exciting service improvements are coming soon for Vanderbilt University Outlook/Exchange email users. Read MoreApr 2, 2019
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When ‘sorry’ makes things worse
Laws intended to reduce malpractice litigation by protecting doctors who want to apologize don’t work, according to the most detailed look yet at insurance data. Read MoreApr 2, 2019
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Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos to step down Aug. 15
Vanderbilt University Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos announced today that he will step down as the university’s eighth chancellor on Aug. 15 after more than a decade in the role. Zeppos plans to take a yearlong sabbatical before returning to the faculty as professor of law. Read MoreApr 2, 2019
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A Message to the Community
Dear members of our Vanderbilt community, For the past 11 years, I’ve had the honor of serving as the eighth chancellor of Vanderbilt University. Staying true to our mission of teaching, discovery and service has guided my efforts, and with help from a world class faculty, an extraordinary staff, the best alumni network anywhere, an incredible student body, and a wonderful Board… Read MoreApr 2, 2019
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Café con Leche 2019 presented by ALAS
On March 23, the Association of Latin American Students presented Café con Leche 2019, a cultural showcase that included the participation of more than 300 students through 11 different acts and four guest performances. Read MoreApr 1, 2019
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The Rev. Christopher Donald to lead Office of Religious Life
Following a national search, Vanderbilt University has named The Rev. Christopher Donald, an experienced college chaplain, as university chaplain and director of the Office of Religious Life. Read MoreApr 1, 2019
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Volunteers needed for Commencement
Vanderbilt’s Commencement 2019 is May 8–10, and your help is needed to make the event a success. This year, volunteer registration will take place through InItLive, a cloud-based volunteer management system that allows you to sign up, manage shifts and communicate with key staff before, during and after Commencement. Read MoreApr 1, 2019
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Celebrate National Walking Day on April 3
Join Health Plus and Vanderbilt leaders for a 20-minute walk around campus concluding at Library Lawn for a fun celebration of Vanderbilt's commitment to a culture of wellness. Read MoreMar 29, 2019
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VUIT to implement new wireless options in May
VUIT will begin implementing additional wireless options, including enhanced guest access and streamlined onboarding, in May. Read MoreMar 29, 2019
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International Immersion Showcase and lunch April 4
Internships in Jordan or Switzerland? Research in Chile? Hear from students who maximized their study abroad with internships or research on Thursday, April 4, at Sarratt Student Center. Read MoreMar 29, 2019
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Meal swipe donation program will allow students to donate unused meals
Starting this fall, students will be able to donate their unused meals to other Vanderbilt students who need them. Read MoreMar 29, 2019
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Limited Submission Opportunity: Brain Research Foundation
The SIA program provides $150,000 over two years for innovative science in both basic and clinical neuroscience. This funding mechanism is designed to support creative, exploratory, cutting edge research in well-established research laboratories, under the direction of established investigators. Read MoreMar 29, 2019