G.L. Black
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Vanderbilt announces updates to Freedom of Expression policy in Student Handbook
Vanderbilt has updated its Freedom of Expression policy—a vital part of the university’s commitment to open discourse, discovery and learning—to strengthen civil and respectful discussion and debate of challenging ideas and beliefs among the campus community. The revised policy and guidelines also clarify the university’s policy on various forms of free expression such as demonstrations, dissents and protests. Read MoreMar 23, 2022
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Join VU leaders for town halls Jan. 11, 12 focusing on COVID updates, student support
Vanderbilt University campus leaders will host virtual town halls for students and their families to share updates about the university’s plans for the spring semester, including its COVID-19 operations and student support resources. Read MoreDec 20, 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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Listening sessions lead to changes in student handbook
The Vanderbilt student handbook has been revised to include new policies regarding student discrimination and online harassment following a series of listening sessions among university leaders and students, faculty and identity groups. Read MoreNov 15, 2021
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New Multicultural Community Space celebrates grand opening
The Student Center for Social Justice and Identity joined with campus and community partners to host a grand opening Oct. 27 of the Multicultural Community Space, an exciting new venue created for students in more than 30 student organizations that are part of the Multicultural Leadership Council or are supported by SCSJI. Read MoreNov 4, 2021
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What you need to know: COVID-19 quarantine and isolation
G.L. Black, associate provost and dean of students, discusses what students need to know about the COVID-19 quarantine and isolation processes for the 2021-22 academic year. Read MoreSep 27, 2021
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WATCH: Town hall for undergraduate students and families
Campus leaders hosted a virtual town hall Sept. 13 for undergraduate students and their families. The topics discussed included COVID-19 protocols, testing and contact tracing, housing and dining facilities, academic support, and resources for mental health and wellness. Read MoreSep 15, 2021
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Jones appointed associate vice chancellor for health and wellness
Pam Jones, BSN’81, MSN’92, DNP’13, has been appointed associate vice chancellor for health and wellness, Vice Chancellor for Administration Eric Kopstain announced today. Read MoreSep 13, 2021
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Town hall for graduate and professional students scheduled for Sept. 15
Vanderbilt graduate and professional students are invited to attend a virtual town hall at noon CT on Wednesday, Sept. 15, to hear directly from campus leadership about the university’s 2021 fall semester operations. The event will address COVID-19 protocols, testing and contact tracing, academic support and resources for mental health and wellness. Read MoreSep 8, 2021
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Town hall for undergraduate students, families scheduled for Sept. 13
Vanderbilt University campus leaders will host a virtual town hall on Monday, Sept. 13, beginning at 6 p.m. CT for all undergraduate students and their families about the university’s 2021 fall semester operations. The event will address COVID-19 protocols, testing and contact tracing, housing and dining facilities, academic support, and resources for mental health and wellness. Read MoreSep 8, 2021
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Black appointed to vice provost role
G.L. Black has been named vice provost for student affairs and dean of students, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs C. Cybele Raver has announced. Read MoreAug 27, 2021
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A welcome message from G.L. Black, dean of students
G.L. Black, associate provost and dean of students, welcomes new and returning students to campus for the new academic year. Read MoreAug 23, 2021
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New Multicultural Community Space to open on campus this fall
A new community space for multicultural student organizations and their leaders to gather will open on campus this fall, the Office of the Dean of Students and the Student Center for Social Justice and Identity have announced. The Multicultural Community Space also will serve as an additional location for events, programming and storage for these groups. Read MoreJun 25, 2021
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G.L. Black named associate provost and dean of students
G.L. Black, who has played an integral role in Vanderbilt student affairs for nine years, has been named associate provost and dean of students. The appointment is effective May 17, following the retirement of longtime dean Mark Bandas. Read MoreMar 5, 2021
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Team works around the clock to bolster Vanderbilt safety during COVID-19 pandemic
They’ve worked together for months to keep a bustling urban campus with thousands of members open and running in the midst of a pandemic: Meet the team instrumental in leading Vanderbilt’s ambitious and successful Return to Campus Plan. Read MoreJan 8, 2021
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Wente, Faculty Senate to co-host town hall on classroom safety July 20
Provost Susan R. Wente and the Faculty Senate will co-host a virtual town hall for faculty focused on classroom safety—including classroom protocols—on Monday, July 20. The live webinar from 11 a.m. to noon also will include a moderated question-and-answer session. Read MoreJul 17, 2020
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Wente launches University Continuity Working Group
The University Continuity Working Group will advise university leadership by providing feedback and recommendations that allow the university to continue operating safely and productively in the coming months, fall semester and year ahead. Read MoreApr 22, 2020
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Dean of Students continues support for students on and off campus
The Office of the Dean of Students continues to support Vanderbilt students—those remaining on campus as well as those now living and learning remotely—in response to the global novel coronavirus pandemic. Read MoreApr 2, 2020
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Dean of Students offices reorganized to advance student success
The Office of the Dean of Students has reorganized its structure into three main clusters to help create new synergies, strengthen collaboration and advance student success and well-being. Read MoreAug 20, 2019
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Black named assistant provost and deputy dean of students
G.L. Black has been named to the new role of assistant provost and deputy dean of students. Black will report directly to Associate Provost and Dean of Students Mark Bandas and will work with and across all areas of the Dean of Students, which comprise Community Standards and Student Support, Student Engagement and Leadership, and Residential Experience. Read MoreJul 1, 2019