Office Of Federal Relations
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Diermeier, Wente call for Congress to support research universities in COVID-19 relief package
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier and Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan R. Wente recently wrote to members of the Tennessee congressional delegation, urging them to support America’s leading research universities as they work through the ramifications of the COVID-19 global health pandemic. Read MoreJul 6, 2020
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Arts and Science undergrads advocate for the humanities in Washington, D.C.
Before the COVID-19 outbreak necessitated the move to online and alternative learning earlier this spring, undergraduate students Barton Christmas and Miranda Cross traveled to Washington, D.C., and with guidance from the Office of Federal Relations, advocated for robust federal support for the National Endowment for the Humanities. Read MoreApr 28, 2020
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U.S. competitiveness among topics discussed during Fauchet’s visit to Capitol Hill
United States competitiveness, workforce development and university partnerships were the topics of interest for Philippe Fauchet, Bruce and Bridgitt Evans Dean of the School of Engineering, and members and staff of the Tennessee congressional delegation earlier this month in Washington, D.C. Read MoreFeb 17, 2020
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Wente, Balser commend TN members of Congress for research support, urge finalization of funding for FY 2020
Interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente and Jeff Balser, president and CEO at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and dean of the School of Medicine, sent a joint letter last week to members of the Tennessee congressional delegation applauding recent bipartisan efforts to invest in programs that support scientific research, public health and education, and urging Congress to finalize funding for fiscal year 2020. Read MoreNov 25, 2019
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Chancellor, provost advocate for federal investments in science and education in Washington
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos and Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan R. Wente emphasized the need to reaffirm the longstanding partnership between the federal government and America’s leading research universities when they met with members of the Tennessee congressional delegation in Washington, D.C., this week. Read MoreMay 24, 2019
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Fauchet advocates for STEM education and federal research support
Vanderbilt School of Engineering Dean Philippe Fauchet was in Washington, D.C., last week to advocate for federal support of engineering education and research, in particular through partnerships with the National Science Foundation, the National Institutes of Health, and the departments of Energy and Defense. Read MoreFeb 11, 2019
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Make note of congressional lobbying disclosure requirements and gift, meal, and travel restrictions
With the start of the 116th Congress, Vanderbilt’s Office of Federal Relations wishes to remind the university community of the current regulations regarding federal lobbying disclosure reports as well as congressional restrictions on gifts, meals and travel. Read MoreJan 29, 2019
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Graduate students, postdocs explore science policy and advocacy in Washington, D.C.
Nineteen Vanderbilt graduate students and postdoctoral scholars spent two days in Washington, D.C., last week participating in the fourth STEM Policy and Advocacy Seminar. Read MoreOct 24, 2018
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Congress approves largest increase in research, education programs in nearly a decade
Congress passed a bipartisan $1.29 trillion spending bill for the current fiscal year on March 23 that includes some of the largest increases in research and education accounts in nearly a decade. Read MoreMar 26, 2018
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Vanderbilt advocates for humanities funding
Robert Penn Warren Center for the Humanities Executive Director Mona Frederick and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Federal Relations Christina West met with congressional delegates at the National Humanities Alliance’s recent annual meeting and advocacy day in Washington, D.C. Read MoreMar 13, 2018
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Make note of congressional lobbying disclosure requirements and gift, meal and travel restrictions
With the start of the second session of the 115th Congress, the Office of Federal Relations reminds Vanderbilt employees of the current regulations regarding federal lobbying disclosure reports as well as congressional restrictions on gifts, meals and travel. Read MoreFeb 6, 2018
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Chancellor shares letter with federal lawmakers regarding Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
Vanderbilt University, through the Chancellor’s Office and the Office of Federal Relations, today shared an official letter with members of the Tennessee delegation of the U.S. House of Representatives from Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos outlining the university’s deep concerns with the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the current tax reform plan under consideration in Washington by federal lawmakers. Read MoreNov 13, 2017
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Chancellor advocating to protect scholarships, research in tax debate
Vanderbilt University, through the Chancellor’s Office and the Office of Federal Relations, is working to make its voice heard on Capitol Hill about the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the current tax reform plan being considered by lawmakers. Vanderbilt University has serious concerns with the bill, particularly provisions that could erode support for graduate students and affect financial aid. Read MoreNov 9, 2017
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Vanderbilt chancellor calls on federal policymakers to sustain investments in science, higher education
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos thanked members of Congress during a visit to Capitol Hill this week for rejecting the administration’s proposed budget cuts that would cripple American innovation and economic growth. Read MoreOct 26, 2017
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2017 omnibus spending bill reaffirms Congress’ commitment to research
Congress has reaffirmed the partnership between the federal government and American research universities by enacting a bipartisan appropriations spending package for fiscal year 2017 that preserves and increases funding for key federal research agencies—including a $2 billion increase for the National Institutes of Health. Read MoreMay 10, 2017
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Make note of congressional lobbying disclosure requirements and gift, meal and travel restrictions
With the start of the 115th Congress, Vanderbilt's Office of Federal Relations wishes to remind the university community of the current regulations regarding federal lobbying disclosure reports as well as congressional restrictions on gifts, meals and travel. Read MoreFeb 1, 2017
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Right resources at the right time goal of public-private partnership for Nashville youths
A nearly $5 million grant from the National Institute of Justice will fund a five-year partnership between the Office of Nashville Mayor Megan Barry, Metro Schools, Oasis Center and Vanderbilt. Read MoreNov 21, 2016
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Washington, D.C. seminar teaches Vanderbilt students and postdocs about federal science policy and advocacy
On Oct. 13-14, 28 Vanderbilt undergraduates, Ph.D. candidates and postdoctoral scholars spent their fall break in Washington, D.C., participating in the third annual Federal STEM Policy and Advocacy seminar Read MoreOct 24, 2016
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Vanderbilt hosts multiple congressional visits
An unusually long summer recess for Congress—totaling seven weeks—gave members of Congress the opportunity to return to their states and districts to meet with constituents. It also afforded Vanderbilt the unique opportunity to host numerous congressional staff on campus in August. Read MoreSep 8, 2016
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Vanderbilt co-hosts D.C. reception to honor NEH
Vanderbilt University participated in a reception and exhibition on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Read MoreOct 26, 2015