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  12 things you need to know this week  
 
 
 
 
     
1.   University’s actions around equity, diversity and inclusion highlighted in annual report
    Vanderbilt University’s collective and augmented efforts during the past academic year to foster a sense of belonging at every level of campus are spotlighted in a new report from the Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. [ Read More ]
     
     
2.   Immersion Vanderbilt: More than 1,600 juniors declare their immersive experiences
    Members of Vanderbilt University’s undergraduate Class of 2024 have declared some 1,600 immersive experiences, showing the diverse and exciting ways Immersion Vanderbilt provides opportunities for students to get hands-on experience in the classroom and beyond. [ Read More ]
     
     
3.   Peabody College’s Meg Saylor awarded 2022 Chancellor’s Cup
    Megan Saylor, professor of psychology and human development at Vanderbilt Peabody College of education and human development, has been awarded the 2022 Chancellor’s Cup for her remarkable teaching and mentorship of undergraduate students. [ Read More ]
     
     
4.   Blair Big Band selected to participate in elite jazz competition at Lincoln Center
    Vanderbilt Blair School of Music’s Blair Big Band is among 10 outstanding college jazz orchestras from across the nation invited to participate in the third annual Jack Rudin Jazz Championship. The event, which will be Jan. 14 and 15 at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City, will include workshops, performances and a high-level collegiate competition. [ Read More ]
     
     
5.   New housing study and committees seek creative solutions to crowded housing market
    A new study is underway to assess the current and future housing needs of Vanderbilt faculty, staff, postdoctoral scholars and graduate and professional students. The findings will be reviewed by committees of employees and graduate and professional students that will make recommendations to university leadership.  [ Read More ]
     
     
6.   Story Photo UCC hosts pre-finals self-care week Dec. 5–9
    Join the University Counseling Center for a week filled with fun and relaxing activities to help you de-stress before finals. [ Read More ]
     
     
7.   Student Care Network offers finals resources
    The Student Care Network, in collaboration with a variety of campus partners, offers resources and services to help students prepare for final papers, examinations and presentations. Here are some resources, tips and strategies to help you do your best this exam season. [ Read More ]
     
     
8.   Information session for Keegan Traveling Fellowship is Dec. 5
    The application period for the Michael B. Keegan Traveling Fellowship opens on Monday, Dec. 5. The Office of Undergraduate Education will host two information sessions for all who are interested in applying. [ Read More ]
     
     
9.   MoveVU to offer training for Lyft passes and excursion planning for classes, clubs, more Dec. 6
    Vanderbilt has a preferred partnership with Lyft to offer a flexible transportation option for faculty, staff and students using ridehail services while conducting official university business. Program leaders must attend a training session hosted by VU staff about the Lyft dashboard. [ Read More ]
     
     
10.   Clinton Global Initiative University info session is Dec. 8
    Join the Office of the Chancellor, Office of the Provost and Office of Experiential Learning and Immersion Vanderbilt on Thursday, Dec. 8, at noon via Zoom to learn more about the work of the Clinton Global Initiative University and how Commitment to Action projects, which address important social, economic and environmental challenges, can be used to fulfill Immersion Vanderbilt. [ Read More ]
     
     
11.   Join an evening Language Table in Vanderbilt dining halls  
    Campus Dining is deepening the spirit of community in residential dining by hosting weekly “Language Tables in the Residential Colleges” in partnership with the College of Arts and Science, the Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and the Center for Languages.  [ Read More ]
     
     
12.   Vanderbilt launches online holiday gift guide; shop now
    Let the online Vanderbilt Holiday Gift Guide be your one-stop shop for treating everyone on your “nice” list this season. [ Read More ]
     
 
 
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