Eric Kopstain Archives
Safety remains top priority as electric scooter use increases
Feb. 18, 2019—The Division of Administration has established a dockless bike and electric scooter educational outreach group, charged with bringing together students and administrators to educate the community on best practices and offer a forum to address concerns.
Chancellor discusses ‘state of the university,’ impact of staff, with USAC
Feb. 15, 2019—Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos recently provided updates on topics ranging from strategic land use planning to increasing leadership opportunities for women, during a wide-ranging talk at USAC.
Staff Steering Committee for Women’s Initiatives announced
Jan. 23, 2019—A steering committee comprising staff from across the university will guide the new initiative aimed to study and advance the climate and opportunities for women staff at Vanderbilt.
Pioneering Vanderbilt School of Nursing building designed with health in mind
Jan. 17, 2019—Once certified, the Vanderbilt School of Nursing's new expansion is expected to be the first complete building in Nashville to meet the WELL Building Standard, developed to support the health and well-being of a building's occupants.
Nominations sought for Staff Steering Committee for Women’s Initiatives
Dec. 12, 2018—Vice Chancellor for Administration Eric Kopstain and Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer James Page Jr. are seeking nominations of staff members to serve on the Staff Steering Committee for Women’s Initiatives.
What’s On My Mind: Keeping Vanderbilt moving
Nov. 14, 2018—In this week's column, Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos discusses MoveVU, the university's mobility strategy, and explores a critical question for Vanderbilt: How do we move our people?
Vanderbilt greenhouse gas emissions drop 12 percent, new sustainability report shows
Nov. 14, 2018—Vanderbilt leaders in the Sustainability and Environmental Management Office and the Division of Administration are aligning sustainability efforts with the guiding principles of FutureVU, the university's land use planning initiative.
Vanderbilt Child and Family Center invests in future generations with innovative, research-driven curriculum
Nov. 8, 2018—The Vanderbilt Child and Family Center is investing in future generations with an innovative, research-driven curriculum.
Vanderbilt University receives $4.5M grant, will match to help fund MoveVU mobility plan
Nov. 7, 2018—MoveVU, Vanderbilt's mobility strategy for faculty, staff and students, has a received a major boost from a $4.5 million federal grant, which the university will match.
Ingram Scholars celebrate 25th anniversary, reaffirm program’s vision
Nov. 7, 2018—Alumni of the Ingram Scholars Program celebrated its 25th anniversary with a weekend of events on campus reflecting on the program's history and discussing its future.
Vanderbilt ranked 21st among top ‘green’ colleges and universities
Oct. 24, 2018—Vanderbilt University has been named one of the most environmentally responsible colleges by The Princeton Review.
Vanderbilt wins PARK(ing) Day awards from Nashville Civic Design Center
Oct. 9, 2018—Vanderbilt University was recognized by the Nashville Civic Design Center for its participation in PARK(ing) Day 2018. The university won the “Best Use of Space” award and “Golden Phone” award for the most text-in votes by visitors.