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TechShare discusses off-site data center, IT service management
The Transition Management Office hosted its second TechShare on Feb. 6 with a focus on changes to an off-site data center, IT service management and identity management. Read MoreFeb 10, 2017
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Online graduate-degree programs for educators launched by Vanderbilt
An online master's in school counseling and a doctorate in education will launch this fall. Read MoreFeb 10, 2017
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Panel discussion on border walls Monday, Feb. 13
“The Impact of Walls: Experiencing Borders in East/West Germany, Israel/Palestine, and U.S./Mexico,” will be moderated by Ted Fischer, director of the Center for Latin American Studies. Read MoreFeb 10, 2017
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Gilligan, Vandenbergh win Morrison Prize for climate change article
Two Vanderbilt professors have won the $10,000 Morrison Prize for their article on sustainability. Read MoreFeb 9, 2017
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New grants bolster VUMC Trauma program’s research initiatives
Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s Division of Trauma, Emergency General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care recently was awarded two new research grants. Read MoreFeb 9, 2017
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New websites make shopping for contacts and glasses easier
Thanks to Superior Vision, Vanderbilt vision plan participants can enjoy the ease and selection online shopping provides. Read MoreFeb 9, 2017
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Plan your child’s perfect summer at the 2017 Summer Camp Fair
The Vanderbilt Child & Family Center will host its 11th annual Summer Camp Fair on Friday, Feb. 24. Read MoreFeb 9, 2017
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Learn to balance caring for others and yourself at Feb. 15 lunch and learn
Katherine Y. Brown will provide an approach to caring for others while also caring for one's self at February's Boomers, Elders and More session. Read MoreFeb 9, 2017
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Vanderbilt’s Wond’ry receives grant to bolster entrepreneur education program
Vanderbilt University’s innovation center, the Wond’ry, has received a $30,000 grant from VentureWell for one of its flagship entrepreneur education programs. Read MoreFeb 9, 2017
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Vanderbilt University appoints new vice chancellor for communications
Vanderbilt University Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos today announced the appointment of Steve Ertel as the university’s vice chancellor for communications. Read MoreFeb 9, 2017
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VU BreakThru blog highlights faculty accomplishments, showcases possibilities of internal funding programs
A new blog site provides Vanderbilt faculty involved with the university’s internal funding programs—Trans-Institutional Programs (TIPs), University Courses, Discovery Grants and Research Scholar Grants—a platform from which they can communicate some of the most relevant aspects of their projects. Read MoreFeb 9, 2017
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EDI office launches new webpage on unconscious bias
Vanderbilt's Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion has launched a new webpage and series of workshops to support a campuswide initiative to combat unconscious bias. Read MoreFeb 9, 2017
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Search launched for Ingram Scholarship Program faculty director; nominations and applications sought
Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan R. Wente has announced an institutional search for the faculty director of the Ingram Scholarship Program. Founded in 1993 by E. Bronson Ingram, the program supports students who demonstrate a willingness and ability to combine a successful career with a lifelong commitment to finding solutions to critical societal problems. Read MoreFeb 9, 2017
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Add excitement to your edible Valentine’s Day treats
It’s true that 70 percent cacao (or higher) dark chocolate has some health benefits when consumed in moderation, but why stop there? Incorporating red fruit into Valentine’s Day treats adds vibrancy as well as additional nutrients that are good for the heart. Read MoreFeb 8, 2017
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Attend diabetes prevention program info sessions in February
Health Plus is offering new sessions of the national Diabetes Prevention Program for faculty and staff and their spouses with prediabetes or a history of gestational diabetes. Read MoreFeb 8, 2017
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Annual Credit Union membership open house is March 2
Please join the Vanderbilt University Credit Union staff and board of directors at the annual membership meeting to learn more about the past year and what the Credit Union has planned for 2017 and beyond. Read MoreFeb 8, 2017
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Podcast on evidence law and proof started by Vanderbilt professor
A podcast about evidence law and proof has been created by Ed Cheng of Vanderbilt University. It's titled "Excited Utterance." Read MoreFeb 8, 2017
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Chancellor’s committee seeks feedback regarding mental health, well-being
The Chancellor’s Strategic Planning Committee on Mental Health and Wellbeing invites staff, faculty and students to share their thoughts at a series of targeted town hall-style listening sessions in February and March focusing on how the university can create a holistic and inclusive approach to supporting mental health and well-being at Vanderbilt. Read MoreFeb 8, 2017
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Annual conflict of interest disclosure process begins March 1
The Office of Conflict of Interest and Commitment Management will launch the FY2017 conflict of interest disclosure process March 1. All faculty and staff are required to complete a conflict of interest disclosure each year, regardless of whether you have changes to report. Read MoreFeb 8, 2017
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Preserving the history of Syriac Christianity in the Middle East
An international collaboration that includes Divinity scholar David Michelson has published three new reference works to help preserve Syriac, an endangered Middle East language and culture. Read MoreFeb 8, 2017