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Chancellor announces next round of Vanderbilt trailblazers to be honored with portraits
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos announced today the second series of portraits honoring five Vanderbilt trailblazers. Zeppos has commissioned paintings of Dorothy Wingfield Phillips, K.C. Potter, David Williams II, Kate Lupton and Muhammad Yunus. Read MoreApr 26, 2019
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Data strategist Jesse Tow joins Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
James E. Page Jr., Vanderbilt’s vice chancellor for equity, diversity and inclusion and chief diversity officer, has appointed Jesse Tow as data strategist for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Read MoreApr 8, 2019
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Survey series will seek feedback from campus community on key issues
University administrators and faculty and staff committees are launching a series of surveys to seek feedback from Vanderbilt’s campus community with the goal of informing policy and programming decisions. Read MoreMar 11, 2019
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Commodore Award, Diversity Leadership Award given at Service Award Ceremony
Vanderbilt University honored employees who reached significant service milestones in calendar year 2018 and handed out two of its highest awards for staff during the Service Award Ceremony Wednesday at the Student Life Center. Read MoreFeb 22, 2019
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A Center of Their Own: The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center marks 40 years of interaction and change
Tthe Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center, which celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2018, is taking a look at its origins through an oral history project and a documentary exhibit. Read MoreFeb 19, 2019
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Chancellor discusses ‘state of the university,’ impact of staff, with USAC
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos recently provided updates on topics ranging from strategic land use planning to increasing leadership opportunities for women, during a wide-ranging talk at USAC. Read MoreFeb 15, 2019
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Angie Thomas, best-selling author of ‘The Hate U Give,’ discusses art as activism
Hundreds of Vanderbilt and Nashville community members gathered in Langford Auditorium Wednesday evening for a lecture hosted by Equity, Diversity and Inclusion featuring best-selling author Angie Thomas. Her talk spanned several topics, including art as a medium for activism and the events and experiences that prompted Thomas to write her debut novel, "The Hate U Give." Read MoreFeb 15, 2019
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‘The Hate U Give’ book discussion set for Jan. 31
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion will host a discussion of Angie Thomas' "The Hate U Give" on Thursday, Jan. 31, from noon to 1 p.m. in the Great Room of E. Bronson Ingram College, ahead of the author's Feb. 13 visit to Vanderbilt. Vice Chancellor of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer James Page Jr. and Vanderbilt NAACP President Sydney Banks will co-facilitate Thursday's discussion of the book. Read MoreJan 28, 2019
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VU community celebrates Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and impact
The Vanderbilt community celebrated the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a number of events leading up to and on MLK Day on Monday. Read MoreJan 23, 2019
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Staff Steering Committee for Women’s Initiatives announced
A steering committee comprising staff from across the university will guide the new initiative aimed to study and advance the climate and opportunities for women staff at Vanderbilt. Read MoreJan 23, 2019
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Best-selling author Angie Thomas to speak Feb. 13 in Langford Auditorium
Tickets for "The Hate U Give" author Angie Thomas’ Feb. 13 lecture in Langford Auditorium are sold out; however, there will be a live stream available in Light Hall, Room 202, for those who were not able to procure a ticket. If seats become available in Langford on the night of the event, admission to the lecture for those without tickets will be available on a first-come basis. Read MoreJan 11, 2019
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What’s On My Mind: The bright points of 2018
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos reflects on Vanderbilt's work, progress and accomplishments over the past 12 months in his final column of 2018. Read MoreDec 21, 2018
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Second town hall continues important conversations about equity, diversity and inclusion
Vice Chancellor James E. Page Jr. and Vice Provost Melissa Thomas-Hunt moderate a Dec. 6 town hall on diversity, equity and inclusion in the Student Life Center. (Vanderbilt) Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer James E. Page Jr., and Vice Provost for Inclusive… Read MoreDec 17, 2018
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Nominations sought for Staff Steering Committee for Women’s Initiatives
Vice Chancellor for Administration Eric Kopstain and Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer James Page Jr. are seeking nominations of staff members to serve on the Staff Steering Committee for Women’s Initiatives. Read MoreDec 12, 2018
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Resources for recognizing and celebrating winter holidays within the Vanderbilt community
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 MoreDec 7, 2018
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‘The Hate U Give’ author to deliver Feb. 13 lecture; book discussion set for Jan. 31
Angie Thomas, author of the best-selling young-adult novel "The Hate U Give," will deliver a keynote lecture to the Vanderbilt community on Feb. 13. In addition, Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer James Page Jr. will host a discussion of the book on Jan. 31 in advance of her visit. Read MoreDec 5, 2018
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Community invited to town hall on equity, diversity, inclusion and respect Dec. 6
The Vanderbilt community is invited to a town hall meeting with James Page Jr., vice chancellor for equity, diversity and inclusion and chief diversity officer, and Melissa Thomas-Hunt, vice provost for inclusive excellence, on Thursday, Dec. 6. Read MoreNov 26, 2018
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Disruptive Women Lead cohort kicks off with interactive sessions and team building at the Wond’ry
The Wond’ry played host to 21 women of color from Vanderbilt, Belmont, Lipscomb, Middle Tennessee and Spelman universities for the Nov. 10 kickoff of the first Disruptive Women Lead cohort. Read MoreNov 19, 2018
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Town hall sparks important discussion about equity, diversity and inclusion at Vanderbilt
Recruiting a more diverse staff and faculty, building authentic community and increasing connections with diverse businesses and suppliers were just a few of the many topics discussed at a town hall led by Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer James Page Jr. and Vice Provost for Inclusive Excellence Melissa Thomas-Hunt on Nov. 13. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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Nominations for Diversity Leadership Awards close tomorrow
Nominations are open for the Diversity Leadership Awards, which recognize individual staff and teams who demonstrate exemplary leadership that manifests the ideals of equity, diversity and inclusion into practical action within the Vanderbilt University community. Read MoreNov 12, 2018