Administration-news

Chancellor Daniel Diermeier, Vice Chancellor for Administration Eric Kopstain and distinguished environmental economist Michael Greenstone discuss the series of innovative solutions putting Vanderbilt on track to become the first member of the Association of American Universities to achieve carbon neutrality this spring—decades ahead of the university's initial sustainability goal. Read More

COVID-19 vaccinations will be required for all members of the Vanderbilt community for the 2021–22 academic year. To thank those who submit their vaccination records early, the Division of Administration will conduct a drawing for 25 Vanderbilt University-employed staff and postdocs who submit their records to the university’s vaccine portal by 8 a.m. on July 19.  Read More

Vanderbilt University Campus Dining has been named Best Overall Food Allergy Champion for Universities in the fifth annual MenuTrinfo Allergy Awards for going above and beyond in its efforts to take care of diners who suffer from food allergies. Read More

To gain insight on the needs of Vanderbilt commuters, WeGo Public Transit and MoveVU will co-host a virtual forum from noon to 1 p.m. CT Wednesday, June 9. The event is open to all. Read More

Cleo Rucker says elevating the One Vanderbilt spirit of cooperation and collegiality across all departments is among his top priorities as the university's chief human resources officer. Read More

Vanderbilt University today announced a new collaboration with the nonprofit organization Climate Vault that allows the university to address the full extent of its carbon footprint now, achieving carbon neutrality decades ahead of its initial goal. The new initiative will effectively remove carbon pollution permits from regulated carbon markets while simultaneously stimulating research into emerging carbon removal technologies.    Read More

Chancellor Daniel Diermeier held Vanderbilt University’s first Spring Staff Assembly on May 20 to share a state of the university address and present a new series of annual staff awards. Nearly 1,000 people attended the virtual event, which was streamed live from the Student Life Center. Read More

A student-led group called the Vanderbilt Initiative for Public Health Equality is partnering with the Division of Administration to reduce COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy within the campus community. Read More

Vanderbilt Campus Dining recently created an unforgettable experience for a select group of students featuring al fresco dining and a chef-curated tasting menu. The selected students assisted Campus Dining during the spring semester by providing feedback and recommendations, and Campus Dining plans to continue the program next semester. Read More

As Vanderbilt reflects on the one-year mark of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact, we are honoring the dedicated staff, faculty and students who rallied to support our One Vanderbilt mission and ensured that the university adapted amid unprecedented challenges. Read More

Vanderbilt University has entered into an agreement with Follett Higher Education to assume operation of the university’s bookstore at 25th and West End avenues. Read More

The horrific shootings in Atlanta last month heightened deep concerns about ongoing violence against Asian and Asian American communities. In response, the university will host a staff listening session on Thursday, April 15, at 12:30 p.m. CT. Read More

Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan R. Wente and Vice Chancellor for Administration Eric Kopstain have announced the launch of a new working group to focus on reviewing the university’s current COVID-19 protocols in light of changing CDC guidelines with a goal of making recommendations on any potential updates for the summer and fall 2021 semesters. Read More

Cleo D. Rucker, who has worked over the past decade to build a strong workplace culture, support employee growth and meet organizational goals at Vanderbilt University, has been promoted to the new position of chief human resources officer. Read More

As Vanderbilt reflects on the one-year mark of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact, we are honoring the dedicated staff, faculty and students who rallied to support our One Vanderbilt mission and ensured that the university adapted amidst unprecedented challenges. Read More

Chancellor Daniel Diermeier announced today that, beginning in early June, working units across Vanderbilt University will be able to resume annual pay increases for nonunion staff, effective with the July 2021 payroll cycle. Read More

As Vanderbilt reflects on the one-year mark of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact, we are honoring the dedicated staff, faculty and students who rallied to support our One Vanderbilt mission and ensured that the university adapted amidst unprecedented challenges. Read More

As part of Vanderbilt Campus Dining’s continued efforts to become a more environmentally sustainable operation, the nationally recognized food service provider has announced a strategic partnership with Middle Tennessee-based Hydrohouse Farms. Founded by Vanderbilt alumnus Hassan Sharaff in 2016, Hydrohouse Farms’ mission is to provide quality, healthy locally grown vegetables to the Nashville area. Read More

Vanderbilt Divinity School has received a LEED Silver certification from the U.S. Green Building Council for its renovation and addition project that was completed in 2020. LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, offers a framework for healthy, highly efficient and cost-saving green buildings. Read More

Vanderbilt University is honoring all employees who reached a service milestone anniversary during calendar year 2020. Read More