Thanksgiving

Chancellor Daniel Diermeier, Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion André Churchwell, Vice Chancellor for Administration Eric Kopstain and Associate Provost and Dean of Students G.L. Black joined students for an early Thanksgiving celebration at the Student Life Center Nov. 22. Read More

Chancellor Daniel Diermeier and Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs C. Cybele Raver shared Thanksgiving wishes in a message to the Vanderbilt community on Friday morning. Read More

Thanksgiving and the winter holidays typically mean an increase among people shopping and running errands. Vanderbilt University Public Safety reminds the VU community that criminals also are often out and looking for easy targets.   Read More

This year brings a uniquely important moment to celebrate the tradition of giving thanks, says Chancellor Daniel Diermeier in a message to the Vanderbilt community. Read More

Interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente joined nearly 150 undergraduate students on Nov. 25 for a Thanksgiving-style dinner in the Student Life Center Ballroom. The students were among those staying on campus during the weeklong break. Read More

Most Vanderbilt schools are observing a break from classes Nov. 25-29 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Campus Dining locations, Vanderbilt libraries and the David Williams II Recreation and Wellness Center will modify their hours over Thanksgiving Break. Read More

Ahead of Thanksgiving, Interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente expresses gratitude for the faculty, staff, students and all members of the Vanderbilt community who bring the university's mission to life each day, she writes in her latest "Open Mind" column. Read More

Thanksgiving is a time to consider the people, moments, places and other things that give us joy in our lives, writes Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos in this week's column. Read More

Nearly 150 students joined Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos Monday evening for an early Thanksgiving celebration at the Student Life Center. Zeppos hosts the annual dinner for students who are remaining on campus during the Thanksgiving break. Read More

Think you can’t enjoy Thanksgiving if you’re on a diet or trying to eat healthier? Well, thankfully, you’re wrong. Read More

Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos hosted students for a traditional Thanksgiving feast at the Student Life Center Nov. 20. Read More

Most Vanderbilt schools are observing a break from classes Nov. 18-26 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Campus Dining locations, Vanderbilt libraries and the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center will modify their hours over Thanksgiving Break. Read More

International Student and Scholar Services invites you to participate in its Experience American Tastes (EAT!) program. Read More

Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos and his wife, Lydia, hosted an early Thanksgiving dinner for students who stayed on campus during the holiday break Nov. 21 at the Vanderbilt Student Life Center. Read More

Thanksgiving is a holiday filled with family, friends, football and feasting. Unfortunately, it is also a day of hidden hazards. The staff at the Tennessee Poison Center (TPC), housed at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, anticipates receiving about 135 to 145 poison exposure calls and five to 10 information calls… Read More

While most areas of campus will close for the upcoming Thanksgiving and winter holidays, some departments will offer limited service for students and employees who will be on campus during these times. Read More

Most Vanderbilt schools are observing a break from classes Nov. 19-27 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Read More

Join Vanderbilt undergraduate and graduate students, scholars, and campus and community partners for delicious food and conversation on Tuesday, Nov. 22. Read More

The upcoming Thanksgiving holiday is the first to take place since VU’s enhanced PTO program took effect. Staff taking these days off should record the time as “Holiday,” not PTO. Read More

Vanderbilt’s 2016 Holiday Gift Giveaway is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 9, at Langford Auditorium. Grab a turkey, tofurkey or Vanderbilt oven mitt! Read More