Bruce Evans
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New residential college named for Chancellor Emeritus Nicholas S. Zeppos
Vanderbilt University is recognizing Chancellor Emeritus Nicholas S. Zeppos’ visionary leadership and legacy by naming one of its newest residential colleges in his honor. The Nicholas S. Zeppos College is slated to open in 2020. Read MoreNov 11, 2019
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A message from Board of Trust Chairman Bruce R. Evans: Checking in on the Chancellor Search
A strong sense of community and connection to mission is guiding the search for the university's ninth chancellor, and the process is on schedule and now in its confidential phase, writes Board of Trust Chairman Bruce R. Evans in a message to the Vanderbilt community. Read MoreOct 28, 2019
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Williams’ legacy honored with name on building close to his heart
An Oct. 18 ceremony to unveil the new name—David Williams II—on the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center paid tribute to the university's first African American vice chancellor and athletics director. Read MoreOct 21, 2019
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A message from Board of Trust Chairman Bruce R. Evans: Report of the Chancellor Search Advisory Committee
Today, we are proud to release a report of the Chancellor Search Advisory Committee’s comprehensive findings, which is available to the community at vu.edu/chancellor-search. I encourage you to read the report, which will guide and inform the Chancellor Search Committee as we move into the confidential phase of the hiring process. Read MoreSep 18, 2019
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Chancellor Search Advisory Committee shares community feedback findings
The Vanderbilt community broadly endorses the direction the university has taken in the last decade and wants the next chancellor to continue that momentum, according to an analysis of responses to an online survey and other feedback efforts in the search for Vanderbilt's next chancellor. Read MoreSep 18, 2019
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A message from Board of Trust Chairman Bruce R. Evans: Deadline extended for Chancellor Search feedback form
To prolong momentum in the search for Vanderbilt's ninth chancellor and enable as much participation in the search process as possible, the deadline for filling out the online feedback form has been extended to Monday, Sept. 9, at 10 p.m. CT. Read MoreSep 6, 2019
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A message from Board of Trust Chairman Bruce R. Evans: Chancellor Search feedback deadline extended to 10 p.m. Sept. 9
To prolong this momentum and enable as much participation in this process as possible, we are extending the deadline for filling out the online feedback form by several days, to Monday, Sept. 9, at 10 p.m. CT. Read MoreSep 5, 2019
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A message from Board of Trust Chairman Bruce R. Evans: Make your voice heard in the Chancellor Search
The search for Vanderbilt’s ninth chancellor is in full swing, and your input is critical, writes Vanderbilt Board of Trust Chairman Bruce R. Evans in a message to the Vanderbilt community. Read MoreAug 19, 2019
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Evans, Geer host community update on chancellor search
The anticipated timeline for the search for Vanderbilt’s next chancellor and the search firm that will support the process were discussed at a town hall-style gathering for the Vanderbilt community on June 5. Read MoreJun 7, 2019
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Vanderbilt community invited to Chancellor Search community update on June 5
Board of Trust Chairman Bruce R. Evans and John Geer, dean of the College of Arts and Science and chair of the Chancellor Search Advisory Committee, will host a Vanderbilt community update on Wednesday, June 5, in Featheringill Hall to gather input and share information about the priorities and process guiding the search for Vanderbilt’s next leader. Read MoreMay 30, 2019
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Weigh in on priorities for chancellor search, qualities of VU’s next leader
Through a feedback form, students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents and members of the broader community can provide their thoughts on what qualities the next chancellor should hold and the priorities that should be considered during the search process. Read MoreMay 24, 2019
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Passing the Torch: Chancellor Zeppos to step down
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos has announced that he will step down as the university’s eighth chancellor Aug. 15 after more than a decade in the role. Read MoreMay 23, 2019
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Chancellor Search Advisory Committee appointed; Geer to lead
Vanderbilt University Board of Trust Chairman Bruce R. Evans has appointed a Chancellor Search Advisory Committee to assist in the search for the university’s ninth chancellor. Read MoreMay 3, 2019
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Vanderbilt University Board of Trust names 4 new members, reappoints 6
The Vanderbilt Board of Trust elected four new members and re-elected six others at its April 18 meeting. Read MoreApr 19, 2019
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Chancellor Search Committee appointed to identify Vanderbilt University’s next leader
Vanderbilt University Board of Trust Chairman Bruce R. Evans has appointed a Chancellor Search Committee for Vanderbilt University’s ninth chancellor. The committee comprises current and emerita members of the Board of Trust and will lead efforts to search for and select a candidate for recommendation to the full Board of Trust. Read MoreApr 12, 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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Vanderbilt School of Nursing celebrates grand opening of revolutionary building expansion
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing opened a new $23.6 million building expansion containing a state-of-the-art simulation lab, technologically advanced classrooms and student services offices with a grand opening and ribbon cutting event on Jan. 22. Read MoreJan 23, 2019
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What’s On My Mind: The bright points of 2018
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos reflects on Vanderbilt's work, progress and accomplishments over the past 12 months in his final column of 2018. Read MoreDec 21, 2018
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Top Tribute: H. Rodes Hart named Vanderbilt Distinguished Alumnus
The Vanderbilt Alumni Association has named H. Rodes Hart, BA’54, the recipient of the 2018 Vanderbilt University Distinguished Alumnus Award. Read MoreNov 19, 2018
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Anchor Man: Nicholas S. Zeppos marks 10 years as Vanderbilt’s chancellor
Ten years into his role as chancellor, Nicholas S. Zeppos has no plans to slow Vanderbilt’s rapid progress—and he wants to bring the rest of higher education along for the ride. Read MoreJun 8, 2018