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  Monday, Aug. 21, 2023  
 
 
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WATCH: Move-In features fun, connection on The Ingram Commons for Class of 2027
 
What better way to be welcomed into the Vanderbilt University community than with cheering, music and lots of helping hands! Move-In Weekend on The Martha Rivers Ingram Commons is one of the university’s most-loved traditions, building support and belonging from Day 1.
 
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Everything you need to know about health and well-being support at Vanderbilt
 
The Student Care Network offers robust health and well-being resources for Vanderbilt students. The primary offices of the Student Care Network are Student Care Coordination, the Center for Student Wellbeing, the University Counseling Center and the Student Health Center.
 
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Vice Provost for Student Affairs G.L. Black welcomes back returning students for new academic year
 
Vice Provost for Student Affairs and Dean of Students G.L. Black challenges students to set intentions for a new academic year and engage with the campus and Nashville communities.
 
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Vanderbilt Campus Dining launches ReusePass reusable container program
 
By minimizing plastic waste and encouraging reusable container usage, ReusePass, which replaces the Fill it Forward program, provides the latest example of Vanderbilt’s ongoing commitment to responsible consumption and environmental preservation.
 
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NEW FACULTY: Vanderbilt’s newest faculty share what sparks their academic mission
 
Meet some of Vanderbilt’s new faculty members for the 2023–24 academic year as they share what sparks their research and inspires their academic mission.
 
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Vanderbilt Athletics to support Maui Strong at football home opener
 
In support of recovery efforts following devastating wildfires on Maui, Vanderbilt Athletics has announced that a portion of proceeds from each ticket sold to the Commodores’ season-opening football game against Hawai’i will be donated to the Hawai’i Community Foundation’s Maui Strong Fund.
 
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Writing support program for graduate students, postdocs seeks applicants for fall semester
 
A new multicenter initiative led by the Graduate and Postdoc Academic Success program is helping graduate students and postdoctoral scholars develop a daily writing practice to benefit them in their academic careers at Vanderbilt and beyond.
 
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ICYMI: Vanderbilt launches Future of Learning and Generative AI Initiative and interdisciplinary advisory board
 
Efforts will center around scholarship and opportunities connected to the growing use of nascent artificial intelligence technologies.
 
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ICYMI: Vanderbilt, Pepsi and Metro Nashville Parks and Recreation open new community basketball court in North Nashville
 
The mural on the court, located in North Nashville's Watkins Park, honors the legacy of Perry Wallace, BE’70, the Vanderbilt student-athlete who integrated Southeastern Conference varsity basketball.
 
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ICYMI: Chancellor Diermeier shares campus message on Supreme Court decision regarding admissions processes
 
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier shared a message with the Vanderbilt community after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that race-conscious admissions practices violate the Equal Protection Clause of the U.S. Constitution.
 
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ICYMI: WATCH: A double crown: Mabel Cummins’ reign as a bowling star and academic superstar
 
Mabel Cummins is the definition of what it means to be more than a student-athlete.
 
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#VU2027 has officially arrived! Join us in celebrating the newest cohort of 'Dores as they take the first steps on their Vanderbilt journey. #DareToGrow

 

Welcome Week Events

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Aug. 21 Graduate School Convocation

Aug. 22 Sophomore RECHARGE

Aug. 22 Peabody Incoming Professional and Graduate Student Block Party

Aug. 23 Central Library Open House

Aug. 23 Greek Life information session

Aug. 23-24 Graduate and Postdoc academic success: Co-working sessions

Aug. 24 Student Center for Social Justice and Identity Fall Block Party

Aug. 25 Margaret Cuninggim Women's Center open house

Aug. 25 Student Involvement Fair

Aug. 25 Black Cultural Center Welcome Back Luncheon

Aug. 25 Vanderbilt Programming Board 'Cosmic Commodore' Palooza

Aug. 26 First football game vs. Hawai'i

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

 

Good to Know

Everything you need to know about staying informed

New timekeeping system UKG Ready (Kronos) officially launches

Tips for commuting, parking on campus during current construction

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

Pedestrian routes to change near 25th Avenue, Vanderbilt Place

AlertVU test scheduled for Aug. 29

Save the date for Flulapalooza on Sept. 27

Vanderbilt creates role to help navigate questions, concerns, support for LGBTQI+ community

Existing residence halls to remain in Highland Quad through 2024–25

What’s new at Campus Dining

Campus Dining announces fall 2023 Flex Meal Deal for faculty, staff, graduate and professional students

Wond’ry Quantum Studio introduces new course for quantum computing enthusiasts

Data Science Institute seeking undergraduate, graduate student team members

Vanderbilt University boosts commitment to veterans, increases investments for Yellow Ribbon program

 

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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