Student Affairs
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Well-Being Wednesday: Tips for a healthy semester
As you juggle responsibilities in academics, personal relationships and life, the Student Care Network is bringing you some tips and resources to empower you to take care of yourself. Read MoreSep 13, 2023
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BCC welcome event provides community for incoming students of color and their families
The Vanderbilt University Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center hosted its annual Family Welcome and Harambee March on Saturday, Aug. 19. More than 200 first-year students of color and their families marched across campus to the beat of African drummers and the cheers of upper-division students, faculty, staff and alumni. Read MoreAug 25, 2023
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2023-2024 Student Handbook now available online
The Student Handbook is designed to acquaint students with the specifics of the standards expected of them as members of the University community. The policies and regulations delineated in the handbook apply to all students enrolled at Vanderbilt. Read MoreAug 25, 2023
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Vice Provost for Student Affairs G.L. Black welcomes back returning students for new academic year
Vice Provost for Student Affairs and Dean of Students G.L. Black challenges students to set intentions for a new academic year, engage with the campus and Nashville communities. Read MoreAug 21, 2023
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Vanderbilt creates role to help navigate questions, concerns, support for LGBTQI+ community
The new role, program coordinator for gender diversity, will be within the new People, Culture and Belonging division and will help navigate questions, concerns and support for LGBTQI+ students, faculty and staff members. Read MoreAug 18, 2023
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Vanderbilt expands investments in staff; search for inaugural vice chancellor for people, culture and belonging underway
Vanderbilt University is doubling down on its investments in its staff with the launch of an international search for a new vice chancellor for people, culture and belonging. This expanded role will bring together key operational activities that impact the staff experience, including hiring, staff development, equal opportunity and access, health and wellness programs and belonging initiatives. Read MoreJun 21, 2023
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University launches campus-wide security review
A university-wide working group has begun a comprehensive review of Vanderbilt’s emergency preparedness, particularly in response to an active shooter scenario. The group is also evaluating and supporting near-term and longer-term security enhancement solutions. Read MoreJun 21, 2023
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Commons houses to undergo furniture, flooring upgrades this summer
The Office of Housing and Residential Experience will upgrade student rooms in Hank Ingram and Gillette Houses on The Martha Rivers Ingram Commons this summer. From May 15 through July 15, beds, case goods and hard-surface flooring will be replaced. Contractors may work late nights and weekends to complete the project before fall move-in. Read MoreMay 10, 2023
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Language Tables program wraps up successful inaugural year
The Vanderbilt Language Tables program concluded its inaugural year on campus on April 20, bringing together students, faculty, staff and the public to explore languages and international cuisine in Vanderbilt dining halls. Read MoreMay 8, 2023
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University task force hosting listening sessions in April, May on implications of new state legislation for LGBTQI+ community
A university-wide task force convened by the Office of the Provost, in coordination with the Office of Chancellor, to assess the impact of new Tennessee laws banning gender-affirming care for minors and public adult cabaret shows will hold a series of listening sessions in April and May. All Vanderbilt faculty, staff, and students are invited to participate in the listening sessions. Read MoreApr 21, 2023
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UCC hosts pre-finals self-care week April 17–21
Join the University Counseling Center to help de-stress before finals with in-person and social media activities and self-care tips April 17-21. Read MoreApr 14, 2023
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Rites of Spring music festival is April 21-22
Ferg and Dayglow will headline Vanderbilt University’s 2023 Rites of Spring music festival, which takes place on Alumni Lawn. Other performers from a wide range of genres include Sean Kingston, Muni Long, Coco Jones, Maude Latour, Edgehill and a performance by Vanderbilt student-athlete Yaubryon. Read MoreApr 11, 2023
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Inaugural Student Care Network Wellbeing Fair is March 30
The inaugural Student Care Network Wellbeing Fair will take place on Thursday, March 30, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Library Lawn, weather permitting. The event, open to all students, faculty and staff, will feature free food from local vendors, chair massages, yoga, meditation and various mindfulness activities to promote well-being. Read MoreMar 27, 2023
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Student Care Network offers drop-in and satellite services for spring semester
Services by the Student Care Network and several other offices are offered in satellite locations across campus and virtually. This is to provide the Vanderbilt community with quick, convenient access to resources to consult on a concern, explore support options and connect with staff members. Read MoreMar 20, 2023
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2023 Enrolled Student Survey now available; participants entered to win MLS tickets, dinner with friends
The Office of Student Affairs invites all Vanderbilt undergraduate students to take part in the 2023 Enrolled Student Survey through April 3. Upon completing the survey, students will be entered into a prize drawing for tickets to a Major League Soccer game at GEODIS Park or dinner at Emery Wood Fired in 12 South. Read MoreMar 3, 2023
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University Counseling Center offers student groups and workshops
The University Counseling Center offers groups and workshops for undergraduate, graduate and professional students that offer support and feedback from other participants, as well as by the facilitators, providing a powerful supportive and affirming space for students to discuss challenges and build connections. Read MoreFeb 23, 2023
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Well-being Wednesday: Student Care Network offers sexual wellness resources
Vanderbilt offers several resources to empower students to make healthy sexual choices, respond to their personal safety and needs, and offer support to those affected by intimate partner violence. Read MoreFeb 15, 2023
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Mabel Cummins strikes balance as bowling team captain, Undergraduate Honor Council president
Between academics, training and competition, collegiate student-athletes must juggle a lot. Mabel Cummins, captain of the Vanderbilt bowling team, added to her multitasking over the past year by also serving as president of the university’s Undergraduate Honor Council. Read MoreJan 9, 2023
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Grand opening celebrated for new Leadership and Service Space
Student Organizations, Leadership and Service, an office of Student Affairs, hosted a grand opening for the Leadership and Service Space Oct. 4. The new space is located at 2402 Vanderbilt Place in the West End Neighborhood and will serve as home to several umbrella student organizations. Read MoreOct 19, 2022