Faculty
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Provost’s Science Space Planning Committee seeks to empower bold discovery
The Office of the Provost’s newly charged Science Space Planning Committee, a faculty- and staff-led initiative, will ensure that Vanderbilt’s physical spaces properly serve the needs and goals of scientific research and discovery. Read MoreSep 13, 2023
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Faculty Workshop: ‘How to be an Effective Advocate’ Sept. 28
On Thursday, Sept. 28, faculty are invited to join an interactive lunchtime workshop on how to be an effective advocate. Read MoreSep 13, 2023
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NEW FACULTY: Vanderbilt’s newest faculty tackle society’s most pressing issues
Knowledge, discovery and collaboration are key elements in finding solutions to the world’s most pressing issues and challenges. Meet some new faculty members who are exploring current and pressing societal issues. Read MoreAug 30, 2023
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Center for Teaching to host ‘Open Classroom’ Sept. 11–Oct. 6
For the first time since the interruption of COVID-19, the Center for Teaching will offer Open Classroom 2023. Between Sept. 11 through Oct. 6, classes taught across Vanderbilt’s many disciplines will open their classroom doors to faculty and graduate students to observe classroom management, pedagogical choices, teaching techniques and student engagement. Read MoreAug 29, 2023
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Chancellor Diermeier shares message encouraging faculty to ‘dare to grow together this fall’
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier shared a message with the Vanderbilt faculty to ring in the 2023-24 academic year. Read MoreAug 23, 2023
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Vanderbilt University School of Medicine seeking Immersion Phase faculty lead; applications due Sept. 15
Immersion Phase is a two-year highly individualized learning experience for third- and fourth-year medical students. The program is seeking a faculty member with an MD degree to lead the continued development of the Advanced Clinical Experiences, Acting Internships and Advanced Electives. Submissions are due by Friday, Sept. 15. Read MoreAug 22, 2023
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Fall Faculty Assembly will be in person on Aug. 24
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs C. Cybele Raver and the Faculty Senate will celebrate faculty achievements and provide key university updates at the 2023 Fall Faculty Assembly on Thursday, Aug. 24. Many of the university’s highest honors will be presented during the in-person gathering, which will be at 4:10 p.m. in the Student Life Center Ballroom. Read MoreAug 16, 2023
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Vanderbilt nurses named Tennessee Rising Star Nurse Leaders
The Tennessee Action Coalition has included a School of Nursing faculty member and a Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt nurse in its 2023 cohort of Tennessee Rising Star Nurse Leaders. VUSN Assistant Professor Monika Schmidt Do, DNP, FACC, and clinical staff leader Cory Smeltzer, RN, were among 25 young Tennessee nurse leaders named rising stars. Read MoreAug 3, 2023
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MyVU to run Wednesdays, Fridays for faculty and staff this summer
MyVU has shifted its schedule for the summer to two days per week. Beginning the week of June 5, the newsletter will publish every Wednesday and Friday; the Monday edition will resume publication in August. During the summer, students receive MyVU on Fridays only. Read MoreJun 2, 2023
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NEH awards stipend to Vanderbilt’s Meng Zhang for innovative edible bird’s nest research
Vanderbilt's Assistant Professor of History, Meng Zhang, has been awarded a stipend from the National Endowment for the Humanities for her intriguing research into the historical and societal implications of the edible bird's nest trade between China and maritime Asia. Read MoreMay 22, 2023
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Campus Dining announces staff and faculty Flex Meal Deal for summer 2023
Campus Dining has announced its summer 2023 Flex Meal Deal for Vanderbilt faculty, staff and graduate and professional students. This promotion runs through Monday, May 22. Read MoreMay 15, 2023
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Faculty invited to grants management discussion on May 9
Vanderbilt faculty are invited to attend a panel discussion on May 9 from 1- 2:30 p.m. entitled, “Grants Management: Best Practices and Lessons Learned.” The event will be held in Alumni Hall room 201. Read MoreMay 1, 2023
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Deadline for Global Scholars in Residence second cohort is May 26
The Global Scholars in Residence program is accepting applications for scholar visits during the 2023–24 academic year. Apply by May 26. Read MoreApr 24, 2023
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‘Ask Fidelity: Navigating Market Volatility’ webinar May 10
Learn about the importance of having a plan and staying the course, investing best practices and common pitfalls to avoid during volatile markets. The goal is for you to establish a plan if you don’t have one, feel comfortable with your plan and know where to get help. Read MoreApr 19, 2023
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WATCH: Chancellor conversation about faculty-led administrative improvements
On April 3, faculty joined an online conversation about progress surrounding improvements recommended by the Faculty Senate’s Task Force on Administerial Effectiveness. Read MoreApr 12, 2023
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Sign up to be a faculty marshal for Commencement 2023
Faculty who would like to serve as a 2023 faculty marshal should RSVP by Friday, April 14, to participate. Faculty marshals are central to Commencement, creating a dignified and beautiful celebration of Vanderbilt graduates and their academic achievement. Read MoreMar 30, 2023
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Next Faculty Senate meeting set for March 30
All Vanderbilt faculty are invited to attend the next Faculty Senate meeting, scheduled for Thursday, March 30, from 4:10 to 5:30 p.m. on the second floor of the Faculty Commons Building at 1101 19th Ave. S. Read MoreMar 28, 2023
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41 faculty honored at endowed chair investiture ceremony
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier and Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs C. Cybele Raver honored 41 scholars from across Vanderbilt at an endowed chair investiture ceremony on March 20. Read MoreMar 24, 2023
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Engineering professor Hiba Baroud selected for Global Young Academy
Hiba Baroud, A. James and Alice B. Clark Foundation Faculty Fellow and associate chair of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, has been selected for membership in the Global Young Academy. She joins the world’s top 200 young researchers and professionals contributing innovative and creative solutions that address critical global challenges. Read MoreMar 7, 2023
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Faculty Senate to host informational workshops on retirement, classroom resources
The Faculty Life Committee of the Faculty Senate will host informational workshops focused on two important topics of interest to our faculty: retirement and classroom resources. These two topics were the main areas of interest when Faculty Senators were surveyed as representatives of their faculty constituencies. Read MoreMar 6, 2023