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Renovated Eskind library opens, prepared to support training of future generations of physicians

The Annette and Irwin Eskind Family Biomedical Library and Learning Center opened July 18 after a yearlong, $12.9 million renovation to support the continuing evolution of medical education.


 
 

Grant to develop method of measuring medical trust in African American men

Vanderbilt researchers have received a two-year, $250,000 grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to develop a new way to measure trust in African American men as it relates to health care.


 
 

Connections between arts and sports focus of student-athlete workshops

Engaging student-athletes in creative forms of expression and building connections between excellence in sports and the arts are among goals for three summer workshops organized by the Curb Center.


 
 

New Campus Planning and Construction office created

Effective Aug. 1, the Renovation and Small Construction office will merge with the Office of Capital Projects to form the Campus Planning and Construction team. The merge will offer the campus community streamlined customer service by creating one point of contact for planning, design and construction services.


 
 

Grad student’s virtual reality lab, children and opioids in weekly roundup of VU news

The Vanderbilt University Division of Communications publishes “VUToday,” a compilation of Vanderbilt mentions in the media, three times per week. Read a selection of Vanderbilt news stories for the week of July 16.


 
 

Nominate staff for Chancellor’s Heart and Soul award by July 31

Nominations are open for the Chancellor’s Heart and Soul Staff Appreciation Awards, which recognize everyday dedication and contributions.


 
 

Save the date: Employee Appreciation event at the Grand Ole Opry Aug. 3

Mark your calendars for Friday, Aug. 3, when the Grand Ole Opry hosts Vandy Night, an Employee Appreciation event. Visit the discounts page for instructions on how to receive $10 off your ticket, no tax, and no service fee.


 
 

Dore Jam set for Aug. 4

Vanderbilt Athletics’ annual fan day activity, Dore Jam, is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 4, at the Vanderbilt Multipurpose Facility, offering fans an opportunity to meet their favorite Commodore student-athletes, get autographs, listen to live music and participate in an array of family-friendly activities.


 
 

Save the date: Vandy Chills Employee Appreciation ice cream event is Aug. 9

Chill out from the heat and take part in the Vandy Chills Employee Appreciation event on Thursday, Aug. 9. Pick up a frozen treat on Library Lawn or at one of the ice cream truck stops across campus.


 
 

Save the date: Employee Appreciation Day at Dyer Observatory is Aug. 10

Employee Appreciation invites you to enjoy an afternoon at Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory on Friday, Aug. 10. Dyer team members will provide physics experiments and solar telescopes. The free event is open to university employees and their families.


 
 
 

Take Note

» Lane closures at 21st Avenue and Edgehill July 25

» Blair School of Music offers music lessons, classes and ensembles

» Center for Quantitative Sciences Summer Institute set for Aug. 6-17

» My Southern Health: Myths about type 2 diabetes

» My Southern Health: Low-back pain? You’re not alone … at all




HR News

» 8 ways to manage your anger when the temperature rises

» Express care clinic available for faculty and staff

» Track activity, win great prizes with Start! physical activity program

» All three steps of Go for the Gold 2018 are available

» Nashville Farmers’ Market on campus Thursdays through Oct. 25




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