Committee identifies faculty liaisons to inform public engagement work; town hall is Feb. 20

To gather input from a diverse array of voices across campus, the Committee on Enhancing Faculty Voices in the Public Sphere has asked Vanderbilt’s deans to recommend faculty liaisons representing the university’s schools to inform its work, and will conduct a town hall meeting on Feb. 20.

February events at Vanderbilt celebrate, explore African American experience

Events in February at Vanderbilt University are taking a look at the central role African Americans played in American history and their experiences today through art, discussion, lectures and portrayals in film.

Faculty encouraged to submit Research Scholar grant proposals through Feb. 12

The Office of the Provost invites faculty to submit proposals for the next round of Research Scholar Grants.

VUToday: Vanderbilt’s support of transit initiative in weekly roundup of VU news

The Vanderbilt University Division of Communications publishes “VUToday,” a compilation of Vanderbilt mentions in the media, each weekday. Read a selection of Vanderbilt news stories for the week of Jan. 29.

VU honors 1992-93 women’s basketball team on 25th anniversary of Final Four season

On Sunday, Vanderbilt honored the university’s 1992-93 women’s basketball team and former head coach Jim Foster on the 25th anniversary of the team’s record-breaking season. The squad remains the only Vanderbilt team—men’s or women’s—to reach a Final Four.

Transportation experts dig into congestion, connectivity, conflicts at VISOR workshop

Three keynote speakers joined experts from Vanderbilt, the city of Nashville, other universities and transportation agencies for a daylong event to address mobility and traffic congestion challenges in Nashville.

Protect yourself from phishing scams during tax season

This year the Internal Revenue Service has reported an increase in scams through phishing emails and fake phone calls. Remember the IRS will never contact you by phone.

Seigenthaler Series: Pulitzer Prize winner to discuss cost of war Feb. 6

C.J. Chivers, a Pulitzer Prize–winning writer who specializes in military coverage, will discuss “War and Its Costs” Feb. 6 at the John Seigenthaler Center.

‘Alt-Right and Legacy of Racism’ focus of (Lunch) Box talk Feb. 7

Sophie Bjork-James, who studies contemporary white supremacist groups, will speak at a Thinking Out of the (Lunch) Box event Feb. 7 at the Nashville Public Library.

African American history spotlighted at Central Library

A lecture related to little-known African American sports history on Feb. 7 will lead off a series of events celebrating African American History Month at the Central Library.

Award-winning author Edwidge Danticat to discuss Haiti and works Feb. 8

Author Edwidge Danticat, considered a voice of both Haiti and the United States on topics of immigration and citizenship, is a strong advocate for issues affecting Haitians abroad and at home.

Faculty input sought at Big Data town halls Feb. 8 and 9

In partnership with the Faculty Senate, the Data Science Visions Working Group seeks to gather input from faculty colleagues through a series of town hall-style conversations.

‘Gun Violence Prevention: A Community Conversation’ Feb. 14

A panel discussion on gun violence prevention, along with a moderated public debate, will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 14, at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine.

Fiorina, former Hewlett-Packard CEO and GOP presidential candidate, to discuss leadership, civic virtues Feb. 20

Vanderbilt Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos will host a discussion Tuesday, Feb. 20, featuring former Hewlett-Packard Chairman and CEO Carly Fiorina and Vanderbilt Distinguished Visiting Professor and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jon Meacham.

Employee Appreciation Women’s Basketball Fan Fest set for Feb. 25

Vanderbilt University employees and their families are invited to cheer on the Vanderbilt women’s basketball team as they take on the Arkansas Razorbacks Sunday, Feb. 25. The free Employee Appreciation event begins with a Fan Fest at 12:30 p.m. in the Memorial Practice Gym, followed by the game at 2 p.m.

Ben Bernanke, former Federal Reserve chair, presents Steine Lecture March 14

Ben Bernanke, former chair of the Federal Reserve, will participate in “A Conversation with Ben Bernanke” March 14 as part of the Steine Lecture Series.

Save the dates for Shared Governance town halls

The Shared Governance Committee will host a pair of town hall meetings in March to discuss and receive feedback on its report regarding shared governance at Vanderbilt.

SkyVU in-person support continues

From Jan. 8 through mid-February, the SkyVU team will offer weekly support meetings designed for specific roles.

Reminder: VUPD has designated area for safe exchange of items bought, sold online

Vanderbilt University Police Department has designated an “Exchange Area” or “Safe Deal Zone” to provide a safe environment for Vanderbilt students, faculty and staff to trade legal new or used items bought or sold online through various apps.

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» Hot Chocolate 15/5k will close roads near campus Feb. 17

» Register students grades K-6 for Vandy Spirit Game Day Experience Feb. 17

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