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Applications now being accepted for ‘Business of VU’ course
Apr. 6, 2018—After a successful launch last fall, the Business of VU program is preparing to welcome the next cohort in fall 2018. Learn more about the program and apply now for participation this fall.
SkyVU’s Oracle Cloud is now live
Jan. 4, 2018—As of Jan. 3, Oracle Cloud is live. The SkyVU program has replaced the university’s business, financial and administrative systems. Log in via the SkyVU website.
SkyVU in-person support available beginning Jan. 8
Dec. 14, 2017—From Jan. 8 through mid-February, the SkyVU team will offer weekly support meetings designed for specific roles.
SkyVU Flight Check-In: ‘Student Pay’ scheduled for Dec. 14
Nov. 27, 2017—SkyVU will host its fourth Flight Check-In on Dec. 14 from 3 to 4 p.m. in The Commons Center’s Multipurpose Room.
SkyVU wants to hear from you: Take survey for chance to win $50 Amazon gift card
Nov. 16, 2017—SkyVU has released a follow-up survey to measure the university community’s preparedness to navigate upcoming process changes and to use Oracle Cloud’s new software tools.
S&P upgrades Vanderbilt University’s credit rating to AA+
Nov. 16, 2017—Standard and Poor’s on Tuesday revised its long-term credit rating for Vanderbilt University to AA+, the global credit rating service’s second-highest rating.
SkyVU Town Hall scheduled for Dec. 7
Nov. 14, 2017—Come to the SkyVU Town Hall at 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7, in Langford Auditorium. During this one-hour event, members of the executive steering committee will discuss program updates.
Community members learn about Oracle Cloud training at SkyVU Flight School event
Oct. 11, 2017—On Oct. 3, SkyVU held its Flight School Learning Fair in the Student Life Center ballrooms to kick off its Oracle Cloud training program.
Claims from hedge funds cause rise in appraisal actions
Jun. 7, 2017—Hedge fund expert Randall Thomas says appraisal action petitions are on the rise, and he can explain why
Vice Chancellors Kopstain, Sweet explain increased accountability expected of users within Oracle Cloud
May. 8, 2017—On May 3, Eric Kopstain, vice chancellor for administration, and Brett Sweet, vice chancellor for finance and CFO, spoke to SkyVU Change Agents about what the future will look like with Oracle Cloud.
Reminder: Learn about SkyVU updates in new blog post
Apr. 21, 2017—Check out the latest SkyVU blog on its website. Posts capture updates regarding business processes and SkyVU programs, along with upcoming events and important dates.
Apply now for ‘Business of VU’ program that launches this fall
Mar. 22, 2017—University faculty, staff and students are invited to apply now for a five-session program this fall that provides an in-depth look into higher education and the business operations of Vanderbilt.