People Culture And Belonging

Since the start of the academic year, Vanderbilt has witnessed a rush of “Moments That Matter”—from surpassing giving goals ahead of schedule to an exhilarating football victory over Alabama. Contributing to these hallmark moments are Vanderbilt staff, a theme that speakers reflected on throughout the 2024 Fall Staff Assembly. On Thursday, Nov. 14, more than 570 staff members packed the room at the Student Life Center for the event, which was also livestreamed for a virtual audience. Read More

Chancellor Daniel Diermeier and Vice Chancellor of People, Culture and Belonging Sydney Savion presented awards at the 2024 Fall Staff Assembly to a mix of inspiring individuals and teams who have made significant contributions through their community engagement, innovation and leadership.  Read More

Vanderbilt University faculty, staff and postdocs are invited to participate in Turkey Toss 2024 on Friday, Dec. 13, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Share your thoughts about staff appreciation through People, Culture and Belonging's newest survey. Read More

In a series on the Vanderbilt Instagram account, students can get to know some of the dedicated staff who play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for them. This installment features Mary Roy, director of the Title IX Office and Title IX coordinator. Read More

All Vanderbilt staff are invited to attend the Fall Staff Assembly, either in person or virtually, to celebrate their hard work and many contributions to the university’s mission. There will be giveaways before the main program and a reception afterward. Read More

Open Enrollment will take place on MyVU Benefits between 12 a.m. CT Oct. 21, and 11:59 p.m. CT Nov. 4, 2024. You can make or change your elections as often as you would like during this time. Keep in mind, you must complete the entire enrollment process and confirm your elections in order to ensure you have the benefits you want in place for 2025. Read More

For the fourth consecutive year, Vanderbilt University has been recognized by Forbes magazine as one of the “Best Employers in Tennessee.” Read More

In July, Vanderbilt switched to Empyrean for its benefits administration to streamline the online benefits enrollment process. Open Enrollment begins at 8 a.m. CT on Monday, Oct. 21, and ends at 11:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. Elections are effective Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2025. Read More

People, Culture and Belonging unveils Project Polaris, a transformative job architecture initiative to enhance career development for staff members. Read More

Feeling a sense of belonging at work can have a significant impact on your social well-being. Join the next healthy habit challenge with Virgin Pulse and grow your community. Read More

 Lyra makes the process of finding a therapist for your teen as fast, easy and stress-free as possible. Vanderbilt employees and their families are eligible to receive 12 counseling sessions per household member each year, at no cost to the employee. You can have your teen create an account on their own or you can book an appointment for them. Read More

Vanderbilt University was selected as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for 2024 by Newsweek. In the second-annual ranking, published this summer, the university was recognized in six distinct award categories, reflecting its commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive and empowering environment for all its employees. The categories in which… Read More

Health, Wellbeing and Belonging within the People, Culture and Belonging division will launch its Wellbeing Champion Program this fall. The program is a new employee initiative to foster a healthier, more inclusive and engaging work environment. Read More

Vanderbilt staff now has free access to innovative, data-driven educational resources through the Digital Learning Marketplace within the Learning Hub in Oracle. This marks the first phase of People, Culture and Belonging’s Futures Learning Hub. Read More

Vanderbilt has won three Stevie awards—the first time the university has been recognized by the world’s premier business awards. More than 3,600 international nominations were submitted in a wide range of categories. Read More

In a series on the Vanderbilt Instagram account, students can get to know some of the dedicated staff who play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for them. This installment features Chad Novak, program coordinator with Residential Colleges.  Read More

Open Enrollment is your annual opportunity to choose the benefits that best meet the needs of you and your family. All benefits-eligible employees must complete Open Enrollment for calendar year 2025. Read More

Nominations are now open for the 2024 Fall Staff Awards. The awards recognize the many contributions of university staff to Vanderbilt’s core goals and mission.   Read More

At Vanderbilt, we are dedicated to cultivating a campus culture that prioritizes the holistic well-being of our staff. The Vanderbilt Staff Athletics Program, or "Staff-Letics" for short, embodies this unwavering commitment. The new initiative goes beyond just promoting physical activity; it also fosters a deep sense of community, camaraderie and belonging among our Vanderbilt staff and colleagues.  Read More

Since its inception in December 2023, Vanderbilt University's People, Culture and Belonging division has worked to enhance the staff experience and foster innovation. Today, PCB announces a series of updates aimed at revolutionizing operational efficiency and elevating the employee experience, solidifying the university’s commitment to its core values: belonging, self-direction, growth and collaboration.  Read More