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Abkowitz leads campus research project on pedestrian safety; volunteers with smart watches needed
In partnership with design firm Gresham Smith, a team of Vanderbilt researchers from the university and medical center are deploying groundbreaking technology to increase pedestrian safety and comfort on campus. Mark Abkowitz, distinguished professor of civil and environmental engineering, is leading the project. “ This is being accomplished using smart watches that record an individual’s heart... Read MoreApr 3, 2023
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Volunteers needed for pedestrian safety research on campus
Vanderbilt University faculty, staff and students are asked to participate in a research project to help make our campus safer and more comfortable for pedestrians. Read MoreMar 31, 2023
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WeGo service changes go into effect April 2
WeGo Public Transit has announced service changes to various bus routes for spring 2023. The changes will take effect on Sunday, April 2. Read MoreMar 13, 2023
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Hourly paid parking available for campus visitors, short-term parking; additional spots available in former Qdoba lot
Hourly paid parking is available in select parking lots and garages across campus. These convenient spaces are an option for individuals visiting campus or needing short-term parking and are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Read MoreFeb 1, 2023
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Provide feedback on proposed WeGo spring service changes through Feb. 7
The Vanderbilt community is encouraged to share feedback with WeGo Public Transit regarding proposed service changes planned for spring 2023. Read MoreJan 24, 2023
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Important reminders about campus parking, transportation and mobility
As the new semester begins, the Transportation and Mobility Office is sharing some reminders about commuting, parking and mobility options for the campus community. Read MoreJan 3, 2023
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Jess Neely Drive to close for construction of pedestrian, bicycle-friendly greenway
Jess Neely Drive between 25th Avenue and Natchez Trace will permanently close to vehicular traffic the week of Jan. 9 to make way for a pedestrian and bicycle-friendly greenway. Read MoreDec 20, 2022
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City to enhance public parking options in January, increase enforcement in Vanderbilt neighborhoods
The Nashville Department of Transportation will install new electronic meters and mobile payment options and will expand enforcement of meters, residential parking permits and other parking violations beginning Jan. 1, 2023. Please be sure you are not parking in an area marked for residential parking permits only, as you will be ticketed accordingly. Read MoreDec 14, 2022
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Demonbreun Street Bikeway community meeting this Wednesday
The Nashville Department of Transportation is proposing a new design for the Demonbreun Street Bikeway to improve the safety of the road for all users. On Wednesday, Dec. 14, from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Midtown Hills Police Precinct, Metro staff and partners will be available to share information about the proposed redesign and answer questions. Read MoreDec 12, 2022
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Deadline to apply for daily parking for January garage access
Commuting needs change over time. MoveVU’s updated parking calculator, with the added feature of specifying your number of weeks on campus, can help determine which parking option may be best for you. Read MoreDec 5, 2022
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Graduate and professional students: Apply by Dec. 20 for January daily parking garage access; updated parking calculator can evaluate your needs
Commuting needs change over time. MoveVU’s updated parking calculator, with the added feature of specifying your number of weeks on campus, can help determine which parking option may be best for you. Read MoreDec 5, 2022
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Getting There Sustainably: MoveVU to offer training for Lyft passes and excursion planning for classes, clubs, more Dec. 6
Vanderbilt has a preferred partnership with Lyft to offer a flexible transportation option for faculty, staff and students using ridehail services while conducting official university business. Program leaders must attend a training session hosted by VU staff about the Lyft dashboard. Read MoreNov 21, 2022
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MoveVU takes top award at statewide sustainable transportation forum
The Vanderbilt University MoveVU program received the Tennessee Sustainable Transportation Award at a special ceremony Nov. 9 during the Tennessee Sustainable Transporation Forum and Expo. Read MoreNov 16, 2022
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Vanderbilt greenhouse gas emissions drop 19 percent in two years, new sustainability report shows
Vanderbilt University’s greenhouse gas emissions have dropped 19 percent overall and 23 percent per square foot since fiscal year 2020, according to the latest annual sustainability report released today by FutureVU Sustainability in the Division of Administration. Read MoreNov 9, 2022
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Annual commute survey now open
Whether you primarily work from home, commute to campus every day, or anything in between, your feedback on the annual commute survey will help inform mobility and transportation efforts and help expand Vanderbilt’s understanding and support of the community. Read MoreNov 7, 2022
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WATCH: 5 sustainability efforts you may not know about at Vanderbilt
Vanderbilt was recently named one of the nation’s most environmentally responsible colleges by The Princeton Review. Here are five sustainability efforts that you may not know at our university. Read MoreNov 2, 2022
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VUPS provides electric scooter and bicycle safety tips
Electric scooters and bicycles are excellent on-campus mobility options, but safety comes first. When riding, stay alert and follow the following safety precautions. Read MoreOct 30, 2022
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Vanderbilt University strengthens ties with Centennial Park
Vanderbilt University will elevate its long-term collaboration with Centennial Park Conservancy through a capital gift to help enhance the cultural and physical environment of the West End Neighborhood and surrounding community. Read MoreOct 12, 2022
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New license plate? Update parking registration now to avoid citation
Tennessee has been issuing new license plates throughout 2022. If you are enrolled in the daily parking program or have an annual parking permit, you must update your vehicle’s registration information whenever you receive a new license plate number. Read MoreSep 19, 2022
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Vanderbilt University to host PARK(ing) Day Sept. 16
PARK(ing) Day is an annual global event competition where urban areas, such as parking lots, are temporarily transformed into green spaces. Parking spaces along Magnolia Circle in the Peabody College neighborhood will be transformed into a parklet on Friday, Sept. 16. Read MoreSep 9, 2022