Holidays

The winter holidays are a time of anticipation and meaning for many. They remind us of family traditions, our childhoods, and an array of expectations. This year, COVID-19 also will change our holiday celebrations. Vanderbilt Work/Life Connections-EAP shares some tips for navigating the holidays and managing the negative feelings this holiday season may bring. Read More

Vanderbilt University Public Safety would like to wish everyone a safe and joyful holiday season by recommending the following security and safety tips. Read More

Family, friends and holiday events can be overwhelming. Learn how to keep things in balance this year. Read More

How do we stay healthy during the holidays when we’re traveling and have so many family and friends together with so much potential to spread germs? Dr. Ruth Stewart of the Vanderbilt Health and Williamson Medical Center Walk-In Clinic in Brentwood, Tennessee, shares healthy holiday tips. Read More

The holidays provide an opportunity to honor and celebrate the rich and diverse tapestry of beliefs, cultures and traditions held by members of the Vanderbilt community and promote the values of generosity, community, inclusion and unity evident throughout. Read More

Marissa Wertheimer, a registered dietitian/nutritionist and lifestyle coach for Health Plus, shares three key tips for eating healthfully, staying active and managing weight this holiday season. Read More

The holiday season brings light, gifts and celebration. It also can be a very difficult time for those who have experienced loss. Read More

Thousands of Vanderbilt faculty and staff members dropped by Langford Auditorium last Friday for the annual "Turkey Toss" Employee Appreciation event. Read More

The holidays are fast approaching, which means lots of folks are planning trips to visit family. How do we stay healthy when we have so many family and friends together with so much potential to spread germs? Read More

Human Resources offers some suggestions for how you and your office can honor our military-service personnel for Veterans Day. Read More

By staying alert and following a few crime-prevention tips, you can have a safe and enjoyable holiday season. Read More

(iStock) How can I enjoy holiday parties and meals with family and not gain weight? As you might think, Vanderbilt University Medical Center dietitian and certified personal trainer Jessica Bennett is asked that question a lot this time of year. “It’s a good idea to eat in a healthy… Read More

All are invited to join the pastoral care department of Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt for a Christmas Eve service of music, carols and scripture Dec. 24. Read More

While most areas of campus will close for the upcoming Thanksgiving and winter holidays, some departments will offer limited service for students and employees who will be on campus during these times. Read More

The MyVU e-newsletter for faculty and staff will take a brief hiatus for the holidays from Dec. 24-Jan. 1. Read More

Vanderbilt psychiatrist Judith Akin, who frequently counsels people having a hard time through the holidays, has a quick guideline: Set a course “between Hallmark and heartache,” and aim to have a “pretty good little Christmas.” Read More

Santa stopped by Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt last week to visit with patients and families and pass out gifts to children. Read More

(iStockphoto) Holiday lights and decorations are a special part of the season but also bring an increased potential for injury, especially to young children. During November and December 2014, holiday decorations or decorating safety mishaps accounted for 12 fatalities and an estimated 14,500 injuries nationwide, according to… Read More

Along with the hustle and bustle of the season come the displays of the seasonal foliage. How toxic are our holiday plants?  Donna Seger, M.D., Medical Director of the Tennessee Poison Center, housed at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, offers this summary of some… Read More

Vanderbilt experts are available to discuss holiday marketing, retail and IT security trends. Read More