Office of Equity Diversity and Inclusion Archives
Resources for recognizing and celebrating winter holidays within the Vanderbilt community
Dec. 7, 2018—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.
‘The Hate U Give’ author to deliver Feb. 13 lecture; book discussion set for Jan. 31
Dec. 5, 2018—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.
Community invited to town hall on equity, diversity, inclusion and respect Dec. 6
Nov. 26, 2018—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.
Annual showcase celebrating Native American Heritage Month set for Nov. 26
Nov. 19, 2018—The annual Art of Resistance showcase will celebrate Native American traditions through song, ceremonial dance, poetry and storytelling on Nov. 26 from 6:30 to 8 p.m in Sarratt Cinema.
Disruptive Women Lead cohort kicks off with interactive sessions and team building at the Wond’ry
Nov. 19, 2018—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.
Town hall sparks important discussion about equity, diversity and inclusion at Vanderbilt
Nov. 16, 2018—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.
Nominations for Diversity Leadership Awards close tomorrow
Nov. 12, 2018—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.
Warm Welcome
Nov. 5, 2018—Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion James Page wants to make Vanderbilt inclusive for all.
Kaufman discusses re-imagining disability for the 21st century during keynote address
Nov. 2, 2018—Jonathan Kaufman, a nationally recognized leader in the diversity and disability arena, discussed the importance of businesses, governments and education systems evolving to be more inclusive of people with disabilities during a recent Vanderbilt lecture.
‘Disruptive Women Lead’ aims to close gap between women of color and boards they can help
Oct. 23, 2018—The Wond’ry is recruiting 25 women of color from Nashville-area universities to attend interactive workshops aimed at bridging the gap between organizations who want race and gender diversity in their boardrooms and management and the women who could fulfill those roles.
Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion presents ‘Everyday Bias: A Cook-Ross Training’; first session Oct. 23
Oct. 19, 2018—The Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion is launching its "Everyday Bias: A Cook-Ross Training” as part of an effort to support and equip the university community with tools to recognize their personal biases and how they can influence behaviors.
Former White House policy adviser on diversity and disability to speak at Vanderbilt Oct. 25
Oct. 17, 2018—Jonathan Kaufman will deliver a keynote talk on Oct. 25 as part of Vanderbilt’s InclusAbility campaign kickoff and Disability Awareness Month.