Employee Affinity Groups
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Resources now available for those experiencing or caring for someone with Long COVID
Vanderbilt is committed to keeping the university community safe and informed. Information, resources and avenues of support are now available on the Health and Wellness website for people living with or caring for someone with Long COVID. Read MoreApr 15, 2024
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New Muslim employee affinity group will foster inclusivity and support
The Muslim Staff and Faculty Association, launching this month, is the latest employee affinity group formed to bring together faculty and staff who share interests, backgrounds, identities and common bonds. Read MoreFeb 1, 2024
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Take advantage of well-being resources for employees in 2024
As a new year begins, Vanderbilt is encouraging all employees to take advantage of the extensive well-being resources available to them. The offerings, which include wellness and mental health programs, are part of the university’s broader commitment to supporting the holistic health of its faculty, staff and postdocs across all key aspects of their lives. Read MoreJan 11, 2024
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Jewish Employee Affinity Group interest session is April 25
The Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion will host an information session for a new Jewish Employee Affinity Group at 11 a.m. on April 25. Those who identify as Jewish are encouraged to attend. The meeting is open to all Vanderbilt employees regardless of identity. Read MoreApr 19, 2023
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Resources available for women’s and gender-related emotional and physical health
March is national Women’s History Month, a time to acknowledge, reflect and honor the many achievements of women. Vanderbilt’s Office of Health and Wellness is reminding the university community of resources available to help address women’s and gender-related health challenges. Read MoreMar 20, 2023
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Turkey Toss 2022 brings holiday cheer, shows appreciation to Vanderbilt University employees
Thousands of Vanderbilt University employees enjoyed Turkey Toss, a longstanding holiday tradition and Employee Appreciation event in which the university expresses thanks to faculty, staff and postdoctoral scholars for their service. Read MoreJan 3, 2023
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Take advantage of well-being resources for employees in 2023
As a new year begins, Vanderbilt is encouraging all employees to take advantage of the extensive well-being resources available to them. The offerings include newly launched wellness and mental health programs and are part of the university’s broader commitment to supporting the holistic health of its faculty, staff and postdocs across key aspects of their lives. Read MoreJan 3, 2023
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Women and Working Moms EAG to meet Dec. 7
The Women and Working Moms Employee Affinity Group will meet in person on Wednesday, Dec. 7, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in Sarratt 189. Vanderbilt employees who identify as women and mothers are encouraged to attend. Read MoreDec 2, 2022
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New employee affinity groups added for women and working moms, mid-career professionals
The Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion will launch two new Employee Affinity Groups as part of an ongoing initiative to support university employees. Read MoreNov 6, 2022
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Faculty and staff invited to join Military and Veterans Employee Affinity Group
Vanderbilt University faculty and staff are invited to join the Military and Veterans Employee Affinity Group and attend the Salute to Service football game against South Carolina on Saturday, Nov. 5. Free tickets will be provided to the first 50 people who sign up. Read MoreOct 7, 2022
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Submit proposals for new Employee Affinity Groups through June 15
The Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion is requesting proposals for Employee Affinity Groups for 2022–23. Employee Affinity Groups are employee-led and -facilitated groups formed around interests, backgrounds, identities and common bonds. Read MoreMay 12, 2022
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Golden Dores to discuss employee retirement Dec. 9
The Golden Dores employee affinity group will host Catherine Wood, university benefits executive director, on Thursday, Dec. 9, for an online discussion about employee retirement. The meeting will begin at 2 p.m. CT. Read MoreNov 18, 2021
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Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion launches additional Employee Affinity Groups; upcoming events for existing groups announced
The Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion will launch additional Employee Affinity Groups in the coming weeks and months as part of an ongoing initiative to support university employees. Employee Affinity Groups are employee-led and -facilitated groups formed around interests, backgrounds, identities and common bonds. Read MoreNov 3, 2021
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Interest session for Latinx employee affinity group set for Oct. 26
A virtual event to discuss the formation of a Latinx employee affinity group is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 26, at 5 p.m. CT. The meeting will be conducted over Zoom. Read MoreOct 13, 2021
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Second interest session for Disability employee affinity group is Oct. 21
A virtual event to discuss the formation of a Disability employee affinity group is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 21, at noon CT. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom. Read MoreOct 4, 2021
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Faculty and staff invited to join inaugural Military and Veterans Group
Faculty and staff are invited to join a virtual event to discuss the formation of a Military and Veterans Employee Affinity Group. The event will take place on Thursday, Sept. 2 from 1-2 p.m. via Zoom. Read MoreAug 30, 2021
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Golden Dores host social event at Fort Negley June 12
Join the Golden Dores on Saturday, June 12, when the Vanderbilt University affinity group will host its first social event at Nashville's Fort Negley. The Golden Dores is for employees 50 years and more who hope to gain camaraderie and help each other through this fun yet challenging time in their lives. Read MoreJun 4, 2021
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Interest session for new Disability Employee Affinity Group is April 14
A virtual event to discuss the formation of a Disability Employee Affinity Group is scheduled for Wednesday, April 14, at 6 p.m. CT. The meeting will be conducted over Zoom. Read MoreApr 2, 2021
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Interest session for new Asian, Asian American and Pacific Islander Employee Affinity Group is April 1
A virtual event to discuss the formation of an Asian American and Pacific Islander Employee Affinity Group is scheduled for Thursday, April 1, at 5 p.m. CT. The meeting will be conducted over Zoom. Read MoreMar 24, 2021
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Interest session for new Neurodiversity Employee Affinity Group is Feb. 25
A virtual event to discuss the formation of a Neurodiversity Employee Affinity Group is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 25, at 5 p.m. CT. The goal of the listening session is to gather input, ask questions and offer suggestions about how a Neurodiversity Employee Affinity Group at Vanderbilt can best serve this community. Read MoreFeb 17, 2021