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  15 things you need to know this week  
 
 
 
 
     
1.   John Geer appointed to senior advisor role in Office of the Chancellor
    John G. Geer, a distinguished political scientist, a dedicated teacher and a longtime administrative and academic strategy leader at Vanderbilt University, will take on a new role in the Office of the Chancellor. Geer has been named a senior advisor to Chancellor Daniel Diermeier on key strategic initiatives that promote democracy, free expression and open dialogue—all flagship priorities for the university. [ Read More ]
     
     
2.   Story Photo WATCH: Class of 2023 students collaborate, form connections
    Meet some members of the Class of 2023 whose inspired collaborations—within Vanderbilt, across the Nashville community and beyond—are making the world better. [ Read More ]
     
     
3.   Register for ‘Unity Dinner: Hours of Hope’ on Tuesday, April 18
    The Vanderbilt Project on Unity and American Democracy continues its Unity Dinner series with Unity Dinner: Hours of Hope on Tuesday, April 18, at 5:30 p.m. Please register to attend; space is limited. [ Read More ]
     
     
4.   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 More ]
     
     
5.   Story Photo Dores punch ticket to Vegas
    Vanderbilt has punched its ticket to the NCAA Bowling Final Four. The team is competing today for a chance to advance to the national championship. [ Read More ]
     
     
6.   Vanderbilt University joins Silicon Ranch, NES and TVA to ‘flip the switch’ on Vanderbilt I Solar Farm
    Vanderbilt University joined Silicon Ranch Corp., Nashville Electric Service and Tennessee Valley Authority on April 11 to “flip the switch” on the Vanderbilt I Solar Farm in Bedford County. The solar facility represents a significant step by Vanderbilt toward the ambitious goal to power its campus entirely through renewable energy. [ Read More ]
     
     
7.   Vanderbilt University Campus Dining celebrates Earth Week with Menus of Change
    Campus Dining is celebrating Earth Week April 17-21 by offering a special week of menu items that represent various principles of the Menus of Change, a groundbreaking initiative that aims to support healthier, more sustainable and more delicious food choices. To showcase the Menus of Change principles, three dining halls at Vanderbilt University are offering food that highlights different aspects of the initiative. [ Read More ]
     
     
8.   Vanderbilt hosts public discussion on antisemitism and racism
    Vanderbilt recently hosted scholars from Fordham University for the public roundtable discussion “Confronting Hate: Antisemitism and Racism” to explore how historic occurrences of antisemitism and anti-Blackness inform current white supremacist movements in the United States. [ Read More ]
     
     
9.   2022–23 Vanderbilt Awards for Leadership Excellence announced
    On March 29, the Vanderbilt community celebrated the Vanderbilt Awards for Leadership Excellence in the Student Life Center Ballroom. During the ceremony, 19 student leaders and eight student organizations were presented with awards for their service to the community. [ Read More ]
     
     
10.   Herowear exosuit technology launches with on-campus departments
    An innovative exosuit developed by a team of Vanderbilt engineers comes full circle this semester with a pilot implementation in the Division of Administration. The pilot test includes the use of 27 Apex 2 suits over six weeks. During the pilot test, users will wear the suits in actual work conditions and provide feedback throughout the duration of the study. [ Read More ]
     
     
11.   New Fisk–Vanderbilt arts partnership launches with the play ‘Sweat’ on both campuses
    The Pulitzer Prize–winning drama Sweat by Lynn Nottage is being performed on both the Fisk and Vanderbilt campuses in April, thanks to a new arts partnership created by the universities’ theatre departments. The show will take place at Vanderbilt’s Neely Auditorium April 13–15. [ Read More ]
     
     
12.   Registration open for 2023 Graduate Recognition Ceremonies
    Vanderbilt’s graduating seniors are encouraged to participate in this year’s Graduate Recognition Ceremonies for specific identity groups as part of the university’s 2023 Commencement celebrations. [ Read More ]
     
     
13.   Giving Day to be celebrated April 27
    Vanderbilt University will celebrate its seventh annual Giving Day on Thursday, April 27, with the early giving period open now. Contributions of all sizes from across the university will add up to make a difference in the lives of our Vanderbilt community. [ Read More ]
     
     
14.   MoveVU plans April information sessions, announces 2023–24 parking rates
    To help you make the best commute decision for your needs, the university has numerous resources to customize your commute plan. Learn more at upcoming information sessions and view next year’s parking rates online. [ Read More ]
     
     
15.   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 More ]
     
 
 
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