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  Friday, Aug. 18, 2023  
 
 
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REMINDER: Save the date for staff assembly on Sept. 21
 
All Vanderbilt University staff are invited to attend the Fall Staff Assembly, either in person or virtually, at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 21. The event will celebrate university staff and their many contributions to the Vanderbilt mission.
 
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Vanderbilt creates role to help navigate questions, concerns, support for LGBTQI+ community
 
The new role, program coordinator for gender diversity, will be within the new People, Culture and Belonging division and will help navigate questions, concerns and support for LGBTQI+ students, faculty and staff members.
 
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Everything you need to know about move-in 2023
 
It's an exciting time for all students and preparations are underway to welcome them back for the new academic year. Check out everything you need to know about campus move-in this year!
 
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What’s new at Campus Dining
 
With preparations for the fall semester well underway, Vanderbilt University Campus Dining is pleased to announce updates for the 2023–24 academic year.
 
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ICYMI: Diermeier celebrates staff contributions to university’s success, presents awards during spring assembly
 
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier lauded university staff and the “milestone achievements” they helped accomplish last semester during the 2023 Spring Staff Assembly.
 
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ICYMI: Vanderbilt establishes task force to address Supreme Court’s university admissions decision
 
The university-wide panel will work to gauge the supreme court decision's effects on recruitment and admission practices, and on Vanderbilt’s ability ensure equal opportunity in carrying out its imperative to educate diverse minds. 
 
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ICYMI: Vanderbilt to deploy first all-electric multi-vehicle shuttle fleet at a university in Tennessee
 
The new all-electric shuttle fleet will provide eco-friendly vehicles for VandyRide, a nighttime shuttle service for Vanderbilt students. In addition to being environmentally friendly, the new shuttles are also quieter and smoother than traditional buses, providing a more comfortable ride for passengers.
 
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ICYMI: New Sesquicentennial oak tree joins Vanderbilt’s green canopy
 
As Vanderbilt University dares to grow while observing its Sesquicentennial this year, the campus welcomed a new tree to mark the occasion. The Bur Oak is the first part of a robust plan to plant more trees in honor of Vanderbilt’s 150th anniversary.
 
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Campus is buzzing ahead of the new semester! Check out some recent photos and reposts shared by the Vanderbilt community as we prepped for the new academic year.

 

Welcome Back Reminders

Campus Dining fall 2023 Flex Meal Deal available Aug. 16-23 for faculty, staff, graduate and professional students

Part of Medical Center Drive to close for 16 months beginning Aug. 18

Tuition benefit applications for fall 2023 are open

Tips for commuting, parking on campus during current construction

New timekeeping system UKG Ready (Kronos) has launched

AlertVU test scheduled for Aug. 29

Vanderbilt extends contract with discounts vendor Abenity

Understanding Higher Education course available for employees

Focus on your family’s health with Virgin Pulse as a new school year starts

Final application deadline for online Master of Legal Studies program is Aug. 21

Save the date: Open Enrollment is Oct. 16–27

Save the date for Flulapalooza on Sept. 27

 

Welcome Week Events

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Aug. 16-20 Residence halls open for student move-in

Aug. 19 Dore Jam

Aug. 20 Founders Walk

Aug. 25 Margaret Cuninggim Women's Center open house

Aug. 25 Black Cultural Center Welcome Back Luncheon

Aug. 26 First football game vs. Hawai'i

Aug. 28 K.C. Potter Center for LGBTQI Life Welcome Reception

 

Fall 2023 Academic Calendar

Full Academic Calendar +

· AUG ·
23
  Most classes begin for the fall term
· SEP ·
4
  Labor Day
· OCT ·
19-20
  Fall Break for undergraduates
· NOV ·
18-26
  Thanksgiving holidays for most schools
· DEC ·
8-16
  Final examinations and reading days
· DEC ·
16
  Fall semester ends

 

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