Division Of Administration
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Vanderbilt extends contract with discounts vendor Abenity
Abenity, a leader in the employee engagement and loyalty field, provides a central online location for faculty and staff to discover savings and perks. The contract has been extended to July 2024. Read MoreJul 28, 2023
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Ways to partake in radical self-care for Black, Indigenous, People of Color community members
Self-care is an essential tool for mental and physical endurance and is a topic discussed in many spaces and places in society. Intentionally attending to the mental, physical and emotional needs of oneself can serve as a radical declaration that our bodies and minds are made on purpose and with purpose and do not exist solely for use and consumption. Read MoreJul 28, 2023
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Expect increased police presence during emergency preparedness exercises in July, August
As a part of the campus-wide security review announced in June, Vanderbilt University Public Safety personnel will conduct a series of preparedness and readiness exercises from July 24 through Aug. 7 at the VUPS training facility at 115 28th Ave S. Read MoreJul 21, 2023
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Blasting scheduled as part of Frist Athletics Village project
As part of the south end zone project at FirstBank Stadium, there will be blasting along Jess Neely Drive and within the south end zone construction area in the Frist Athletics Village starting on Friday, July 28. Read MoreJul 19, 2023
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REMINDER: 2023–24 parking and commute information
To help you make the best commute decision for your needs, the university has numerous resources to customize your commute plan for the 2023-24 academic year. Read MoreJul 19, 2023
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College of Arts and Science to renovate Garland Hall as part of significant infrastructure improvement
The College of Arts and Science will embark on a construction project later this summer to renovate and expand Garland Hall. The project aims to align the college’s facilities with its mission of teaching, research and service; create flexible, state-of-the-art space that meets current and future academic needs; and connect the historic core of campus to the university’s trans-institutional mission. Read MoreJul 5, 2023
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Part of 25th Avenue to close to vehicles, provide alternative pedestrian pathways
Beginning Monday, July 17, 25th Avenue from Blakemore Avenue to Jess Neely Drive will close to vehicle traffic. The intersection at 25th Avenue and Jess Neely Drive will remain open. This closure is part of Vanderbilt University’s Central Utilities Initiative, which supports construction projects in the Frist Athletics Village. Read MoreJul 5, 2023
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Career Growth Series for staff: Networking 101
HR Employee Learning & Engagement invites you to the next session in their Career Growth Series – Networking 101, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. on July 13. If you want some tips and tricks on how to create and maintain connections (internally and externally), this workshop is for you. Read MoreJun 28, 2023
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Vanderbilt preserves history through the salvaged remains of the Bicentennial Oak
Since the Bicentennial Oak’s fall in November 2022 due to age-related decay, Vanderbilt’s facilities team has taken every care to salvage its remains to preserve its important history to the university. Read MoreJun 27, 2023
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Community volunteers help beautify Vanderbilt’s Acorn School
The Acorn School at the 18th Avenue child care center hosted a greening event over two afternoons on June 6 and 7, thanks to generous support from Ruppert Landscape and more than a dozen Vanderbilt community volunteers. The event, organized by Acorn School family members Mia and Marvin Clermont,… Read MoreJun 23, 2023
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Access road installation from Stevenson Center Lane to Garland Hall changes pedestrian routes beginning June 26
Garland Hall will be undergoing construction to improve the building's interior and enhance accessibility. To prepare for this project, an access road will be installed in three phases to minimize the impact to pedestrian traffic. The road is only for construction and emergency vehicles and will alter the pedestrian and bicycle routes in the area. Read MoreJun 23, 2023
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Join the next healthy habit challenge with Vanderbilt’s wellness program Virgin Pulse
Virgin Pulse challenges immerse employees in an experience where individuals can join colleagues in a virtual competition to become healthier. The next highlighted challenge is Fit In Strength, a healthy habit challenge, which will take place July 10-16. Read MoreJun 23, 2023
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Secure Dores initiative to enhance safety on campus
The Division of Administration will complete a project this summer to enhance the security of university buildings and enable Vanderbilt University Public Safety to monitor exterior-facing doors on campus. Read MoreJun 23, 2023
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Broadway Bridge closure affects WeGo service July 5-Sept. 7
The TDOT Broadway Bridge construction project will affect WeGo Public Transit riders on some bus routes from June 19 to 23 and then again from July 5 through Sept. 7. Read MoreJun 16, 2023
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Tuition benefit applications for fall 2023 now open
The EdAssist portal is now available for submitting fall 2023 tuition benefit applications, including dependent tuition applications. You can find the EdAssist login, step-by-step tutorials and other resources available on the tuition pages of the HR website. Read MoreJun 16, 2023
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Section of Natchez Trace to close starting June 19 for infrastructure project
The section of Natchez Trace between Kensington Place and Jess Neely Drive will be closed beginning Monday, June 19, until November. This closure is part of Phase 2 of Vanderbilt University’s Central Utilities Initiative, which supports construction projects in the Frist Athletics Village. Read MoreJun 14, 2023
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Career Growth Series for staff: Building your online presence
Join HR Employee Learning & Engagement for the next session in their Career Growth Series – Building Your Online Presence through LinkedIn. You’ll have several opportunities during the workshop to apply new strategies and edit your LinkedIn profile. The virtual workshop will be 1:30–3 p.m. on June 14. Read MoreMay 30, 2023
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Career Growth Series for staff: Mock interviews
Want to brush up on your interviewing skills? HR Employee Learning & Engagement invites you to meet with a talent acquisition consultant for a 45-minute mock interview, to provide feedback on your interview and tips on how to prepare. Mock interviews are available on June 28 and 29, and July 11 and 12. Read MoreMay 30, 2023
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New timekeeping system coming soon for hourly employees
Human Resources and Payroll will launch a new timekeeping system this summer that streamlines time entry and approval, increases accuracy and improves the experience for employees and managers. Read MoreMay 26, 2023
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Career Growth Series for staff: Storytelling to find your ‘why’
What is your “why”? What motivates you in your personal and professional life? What future do you wish to create for yourself? Join HR Employee Learning & Engagement from 1–3 p.m. on June 6 for the next session in their Career Growth Series: Storytelling to Find Your "Why" and Envision Your Aspirations. This workshop will help you leverage the power of storytelling to tap into your passions and purpose and unleash your best self. Read MoreMay 24, 2023