MyVU Note
Campus Dining launches instant feedback tool
Jan. 24, 2020—Vanderbilt Campus Dining is hungry for feedback, and it’s easier than ever to let them know about your experience. Text and Tell is Campus Dining’s new in-the-moment feedback solution.
Flexner Dean’s Lecture: ‘The Patient as our Teacher’ Feb. 12
Jan. 24, 2020—Dr. Kimberly Manning, associate vice chair of diversity, equity and inclusion at Emory University School of Medicine, will discuss "The Patient as our Teacher: Timeless Lessons and Teachable Moments" on Wednesday, Feb. 12, as part of the Flexner Dean's Lecture Series.
Research Ethics Grand Rounds Lecture: ‘Sharing the Truth in Research Advertising’ Feb. 6
Jan. 24, 2020—"Managing Expectations, Encouraging Hope: Sharing the Truth in Research Advertising," a Research Ethics Grand Rounds Lecture, is scheduled from noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6, at the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center (One Magnolia Circle Building), Room 241.
Limited Submission Opportunity: The Dr. Scholl Foundation Grant Program
Jan. 24, 2020—Vanderbilt University may submit one application to the Dr. Scholl Foundation Grant Program. The Dr. Scholl Foundation is dedicated to providing financial assistance to organizations committed to improving our world.
Limited Submission Opportunity: 2020 Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research Career Development Award
Jan. 24, 2020—Vanderbilt (VU and VUMC, collaboratively) may nominate one candidate for the 2020 Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research Career Development Award. The Rally Foundation aims to support the development of independent research of highly qualified individuals still early in their careers.
Limited Submission Opportunity: The Richard Davoud Donchian Foundation Grant Program
Jan. 24, 2020—Vanderbilt University may submit only one application to the Richard Davoud Donchian grant program. The Richard Davoud Donchian Foundation provides funds to nonprofit organizations whose programs result in the strengthening of the human spirit and the enhancement of personal integrity.
‘Traveling Stanzas: Poets for Science’ exhibit Feb. 3–5
Jan. 22, 2020—The Communication of Science and Technology program will host the Wick Poetry Center’s Traveling Stanzas: Poets for Science exhibit Feb. 3-5 at the Engineering and Science Building atrium/lobby.
Upcoming P.R.I.D.E. trainings with LGBTQI Life
Jan. 22, 2020—The P.R.I.D.E. (Pursuing Respect, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity) program aims to create a visible network of support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex individuals and their allies by providing an avenue through which any member of the Vanderbilt community can show their support.
Jump start your New Year’s resolutions with Go for the Gold
Jan. 20, 2020—The Go for the Gold program can help you achieve a healthier and more productive life by identifying health risks and encouraging you to take action to reduce those risks.
Apply for Experience Vanderbilt 2020 Executive Board by Jan. 26
Jan. 17, 2020—Applications for the 2020 Executive Board are now open. All students who are passionate about financial inclusivity are encouraged to apply.
Register for 2020 Global Health Case Competition
Jan. 17, 2020—The Vanderbilt Institute for Global Health Student Advisory Council is hosting the 2020 Global Health Case Competition. Interdisciplinary teams will work together to develop innovative solutions for a current global health problem. The case topic will be revealed on Feb. 13, and the competition is scheduled for Feb. 22.
Make your voice heard! Provide feedback on Nashville’s transportation challenges at upcoming public listening sessions
Jan. 15, 2020—The Mayor’s Office of Transportation is hosting a series of public listening sessions in January and February to determine Nashville’s transportation priorities for the city’s next transportation plan. Creating an effective transportation plan begins with collecting valuable input from everyone who touches the transportation system—including Vanderbilt students, staff and faculty.