Division Of Administration

May is Employee Health and Fitness Month, which celebrates and promotes physical activity and its benefits for employees. Join the Office of Health and Wellness for a Walking Wednesday event on May 24 and learn how you can best use Virgin Pulse for physical well-being.    Read More

As Vanderbilt University dares to grow while observing its Sesquicentennial this year, the campus welcomes a new tree to mark the occasion. The Bur Oak is the first part of a robust plan to plant more trees in honor of Vanderbilt’s 150th anniversary. Read More

The fifth and sixth floors of the Baker Garage will be inaccessible from April 24 to Aug. 1 for maintenance and repairs; signs will direct vehicles away from the closed areas. The other Baker Garage floors still will be accessible for parking.   Read More

Vanderbilt University will further offset its carbon footprint by investing in the development of solar energy projects that will expand access to clean energy in the Southeast through a new, multiyear collaboration with Clearloop. Read More

Learn about the importance of having a plan and staying the course, investing best practices and common pitfalls to avoid during volatile markets. The goal is for you to establish a plan if you don’t have one, feel comfortable with your plan and know where to get help. Read More

Vanderbilt University Public Safety has been alerted of several phone scams that have targeted parents and guardians of Vanderbilt students, in which the scammers pose as law enforcement in an attempt to coerce money from them.   Read More

Join HR Employee Learning and Engagement for our next Conversation Circle, a series for managers and leaders, on May 9 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. The May discussion is specifically for those who are newer to managerial/leadership roles, as well as for established leaders who would like to share their experiences.   Read More

This semester, Vanderbilt has begun stocking emergency epinephrine pens in dining halls across campus for those suffering from life-threatening allergic reactions.  Read More

The Vanderbilt I Solar Farm in Bedford County represents a significant step by the university toward an ambitious goal to power campus entirely through renewable energy.  Read More

Campus Dining is celebrating Earth Week April 17-21 by offering a special week of menu items that represent various principles of the Menus of Change, a groundbreaking initiative that aims to support healthier, more sustainable and more delicious food choices. Read More

An innovative exosuit developed by a team of Vanderbilt engineers comes full circle this semester with a pilot implementation in the Division of Administration. The pilot test includes the use of 27 Apex 2 suits over six weeks. During the pilot test, users will wear the suits in actual work conditions and provide feedback throughout the duration of the study. Read More

To help you make the best commute decision for your needs, the university has numerous resources to customize your commute plan. Learn more at upcoming information sessions and view next year’s parking rates online. Read More

Third-floor window maintenance will be conducted near the A-wing entrance to Medical Center North from Monday, April 17, to Friday, May 19. Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to avoid the area and use an alternative entrance to Medical Center North. Read More

The Administrative Professionals Learning Circle is a peer-to-peer educational experience that offers social learning opportunities and conversations about a trending topic. In this first gathering, 2:30–3:30 p.m., we’ll focus on current hot topics and challenges for administrative professionals, and we’ll create a lineup of topics for future discussions. Read More

Join HR Employee Learning and Engagement on April 26, 1–2:30 p.m., for:  Five Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace  Description: The Five Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace will give you the tools to improve staff morale, create a more positive workplace… Read More

April is National Stress Awareness Month. Vanderbilt’s newest wellness program, administered by Virgin Pulse, can help you take actionable steps toward controlling stress by making healthy choices. Read More

There will be a crane and scaffolding on the west side of Medical Center North Round Wing beginning on Monday, April 10, for two months while the roof is being replaced. The crane will be on the lawn next to Stevenson Center Lane, and it will be fenced off for everyone’s safety.   Read More

Vanderbilt University has released findings of the 2022 survey on commute and transportation practices, conducted to help inform mobility and transportation efforts and expand Vanderbilt’s understanding and support of the community.   Read More

It is important to separate fact from fiction when it comes to mental health care. Read more about common misconceptions around mental health, and take advantage of employee mental health resources through Lyra. Read More

In support of Vanderbilt’s sustainability goals, Campus Dining is excited to celebrate Earth Month throughout April. Join the Vanderbilt community at events all month long, including specialty menu events, sustainable product giveaways, guest speakers and the popular Rand Farmer’s Market.  Read More