Eric Kopstain
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Sustainability, transportation and environmental efforts highlighted in FutureVU FY2023 Progress Report
The annual report provides an overview of progress around the core themes of connectivity and community enhancement, diversity and inclusion, accessibility, environmental sustainability and the preservation of the university’s historic, park-like setting. Read MoreMar 18, 2024
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Vanderbilt invests in research space to bolster faculty productivity
Construction projects represent more than $50 million of direct investment by the Office of the Provost and the Division of Administration to facilitate trans-institutional research and collaboration. Read MoreFeb 8, 2024
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Vanderbilt greenhouse gas emissions drop 11 percent since last year and 35 percent since 2016, sustainability report shows
The latest annual sustainability report, released by Environmental Health, Safety and Sustainability in the Division of Administration, details Vanderbilt’s fiscal year 2023 sustainability efforts that support the university’s overall sustainability goals. Read MoreJan 29, 2024
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VU transportation and mobility director Michael Briggs to serve as transportation planning director for mayor’s office in 2024
Michael Briggs, director of mobility in Vanderbilt’s Office of Transportation and Mobility, will serve as a Vanderbilt-appointed adviser for the office of Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell through the end of 2024 to consult on metro mobility and transit initiatives. Read MoreJan 12, 2024
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Alexander M. Kohnen named associate vice chancellor and chief facilities officer
The Vanderbilt University Division of Administration has announced that Alexander M. Kohnen, a leader in facilities management and engineering, will join the university as associate vice chancellor and chief facilities officer, effective Jan. 8. Read MoreNov 13, 2023
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Olivia Parrish, beloved Division of Administration staff member, dies
Olivia Parrish, a custodian in the Vanderbilt University Maintenance and Operations department, died unexpectedly Oct. 23 during her shift at the Stevenson Center. She was 72. Read MoreNov 2, 2023
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Give Metro Nashville feedback on Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan
To prepare Nashville and Davidson County and ensure its citizens’ ability to thrive for years to come, former Nashville Mayor John Cooper’s office, in partnership with Metro Nashville departments and the Mayor’s Sustainability Advisory Committee, have developed a Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan. The university community is encouraged to participate in the public feedback period through Oct. 31 Read MoreSep 29, 2023
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University engages security consultants as part of campus-wide review of emergency preparedness
Vanderbilt University has entered an agreement with security consulting firm AT-RISK International as part of a comprehensive review of the university’s emergency preparedness, particularly in response to an active shooter scenario. Read MoreAug 31, 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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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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Vanderbilt expands investments in staff; search for inaugural vice chancellor for people, culture and belonging underway
Vanderbilt University is doubling down on its investments in its staff with the launch of an international search for a new vice chancellor for people, culture and belonging. This expanded role will bring together key operational activities that impact the staff experience, including hiring, staff development, equal opportunity and access, health and wellness programs and belonging initiatives. Read MoreJun 21, 2023
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University launches campus-wide security review
A university-wide working group has begun a comprehensive review of Vanderbilt’s emergency preparedness, particularly in response to an active shooter scenario. The group is also evaluating and supporting near-term and longer-term security enhancement solutions. Read MoreJun 21, 2023
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Staff give high marks to work, collaboration, belonging in 2023 Staff Experience Survey
Vanderbilt University staff are highly satisfied in the work they do, how they collaborate with colleagues and their interactions with their supervisors, according to results of the 2023 Staff Experience Survey conducted in April. Read MoreJun 21, 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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New Sesquicentennial oak tree joins Vanderbilt’s green canopy
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 MoreApr 25, 2023
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Vanderbilt to further offset carbon footprint by investing in solar energy projects through Clearloop
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 MoreApr 19, 2023
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University joins Silicon Ranch, NES, TVA to ‘flip the switch’ on Vanderbilt I Solar Farm
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 MoreApr 14, 2023
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Herowear exosuit technology launches with on-campus departments
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 MoreApr 14, 2023
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Complete Staff Experience Survey for chance to win $100 gift card
Eligible staff members are invited to complete the 2023 Staff Experience Survey, which they will receive via email with a personalized link. Staff who complete the survey will have the chance to win a $100 gift card. The survey will close on May 1. Read MoreApr 10, 2023
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Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Facilities Officer Mike Perez to retire
Michael G. Perez, an accomplished university facilities operations and management leader for nearly 40 years—the last seven of which he’s served as associate vice chancellor and chief facilities officer at Vanderbilt—will retire from the university, effective December 2023. A national search is underway to identify his successor. Read MoreMar 29, 2023