Eric Kopstain
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Diermeier applauds staff’s vital role, presents awards during Spring Staff Assembly
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier paid tribute to Vanderbilt staff’s “spirit of continual growth” and their role in advancing the university's educational mission during his remarks at the fourth annual staff assembly on May 23. Read MoreMay 25, 2022
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Register now for May 23 Spring Staff Assembly
All Vanderbilt University staff are invited to attend the Spring Staff Assembly, either in person or virtually, to celebrate university staff and their many contributions to the university’s mission. Read MoreMay 4, 2022
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Employee Education Assistance Program to expedite tuition reimbursements
Effective immediately, eligible employees will receive direct payment up front on their next available paycheck of the portion Vanderbilt pays for tuition for classes in which employees are enrolled. This change to the Employee Education Assistance Program applies to courses with a start date on or after May 2, 2022. Read MoreMay 2, 2022
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Graduate and professional student housing project celebrates milestones with topping out ceremony, announces first retail business
Vanderbilt’s graduate and professional student housing project reached two milestones in April: the placement of the final steel structural beam of the building, and the announcement of the first retail business to occupy the space, the Turnip Truck. Read MoreMay 2, 2022
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Vanderbilt launches ‘Future of Work’ to elevate university staff experience
Vanderbilt University has launched the Future of Work initiative to improve the recruitment, professional development and retention of valued staff members and help them reach their full potential as employees. Read MoreApr 15, 2022
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Share your priorities for addressing climate change in Nashville
To help Metro Nashville and the its Sustainability Advisory Committee better understand the climate mitigation strategies that are most important to you, please take this survey. Community feedback from this survey will help determine next steps to address climate change in Nashville. Read MoreApr 7, 2022
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Andrea George to lead environmental health and safety within expanded Office of Health and Wellness
Andrea George, MS’94, PhD’07, has been promoted to assistant vice chancellor for environmental health and safety for Vanderbilt University. George will oversee all chemical safety, biological safety, radiation safety and hazardous waste in the university’s research enterprise. She will continue directing a laser safety program in collaboration with the Laser Safety Committee. Read MoreMar 7, 2022
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Staff bonuses for Vanderbilt’s Acorn School staff funded through state grant
The Tennessee Department of Human Services has awarded a $600,000 grant to the Vanderbilt Child and Family Center that will provide all full-time staff at the Acorn School a one-time $2,000 retention bonus. Read MoreMar 2, 2022
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Two Vanderbilt University buildings earn LEED certification
Vanderbilt University has been awarded two Gold Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certifications for the School of Nursing building and 1101 19th Avenue South, formerly the Disciples of Christ building. The university now has 24 LEED-certified buildings as designated by the U.S. Green Building Council. Read MoreFeb 3, 2022
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Vanderbilt University celebrates 2021 Service Award recipients
Vanderbilt University is honoring all employees who reached a service milestone anniversary during calendar year 2021. More than 800 honorees marked service milestones in 2021. Read MoreFeb 2, 2022
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Solar farm groundbreaking advances Vanderbilt’s large-scale renewable energy partnership
A bold partnership that will help Vanderbilt University power its campus entirely through renewable energy has moved forward with the Jan. 19 groundbreaking for a solar farm in Bedford County, Tennessee. Read MoreJan 21, 2022
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Vanderbilt to provide KN95 masks for all students, faculty, postdocs and on-campus staff
Vanderbilt University will provide up to three KN95 masks to each member of the university community who will be on campus during the first few weeks of the semester, the university announced today. Read MoreJan 14, 2022
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Updates for staff regarding spring 2022
Vice Chancellor for Administration Eric Kopstain shares further health and safety guidance specifically for staff ahead of the spring 2022 semester. Read MoreDec 30, 2021
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Important update about spring 2022 semester start and health and safety protocols
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier, Provost C. Cybele Raver and Vice Chancellor Eric Kopstain provide important updates about the spring 2022 semester's start as well as health and safety protocols. Read MoreDec 30, 2021
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A COVID-19 update from Vice Chancellor Kopstain ahead of winter break
The university will continue to closely track public health data and guidance in consultation with colleagues at VUMC, the School of Nursing and other public health experts to make informed decisions about spring semester plans, Vice Chancellor for Administration Eric Kopstain writes in a message to university staff. Read MoreDec 20, 2021
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COVID-19 protocols update
The university has determined that for the remainder of the fall semester, it will require all faculty, staff and students to either participate in routine on-campus COVID-19 testing or provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19, Vice Chancellor Eric Kopstain writes in an update to the Vanderbilt community. Read MoreDec 6, 2021
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Campus leaders, students enjoy early Thanksgiving dinner
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier, Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion André Churchwell, Vice Chancellor for Administration Eric Kopstain and Associate Provost and Dean of Students G.L. Black joined students for an early Thanksgiving celebration at the Student Life Center Nov. 22. Read MoreNov 23, 2021
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Vanderbilt University signs on to U.N.-backed Race to Zero campaign
Vanderbilt University, which already has taken significant steps in its commitment to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, has joined the Race to Zero—Universities and Colleges coalition. At the same time, Assistant Professor Leah Dundon and 14 students are participating in international climate change negotiations. Read MoreNov 8, 2021
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Vanderbilt Leadership Academy and Vanderbilt Leadership Enrichment welcome new cohorts
Vanderbilt Human Resources’ Employee Learning and Engagement team announces the start of new sessions for Vanderbilt Leadership Academy and Vanderbilt Leadership Enrichment. Read MoreOct 20, 2021
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Kirkland Hall renovation to enhance accessibility, upgrade infrastructure
Kirkland Hall, central to Vanderbilt’s history and widely recognized as the university’s signature building, will undergo a significant renovation that is reflective of the institution’s purpose and commitment to excellence. Read MoreSep 20, 2021