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December 11, 2025
GROWTH
Vanderbilt University and EPB launch innovation institute to accelerate quantum science and technology breakthroughs 
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Vanderbilt University and EPB of Chattanooga, home of America’s most comprehensive quantum commercialization infrastructure, announced plans to establish the Institute for Quantum Innovation, further positioning Chattanooga—and Tennessee—as a national hub for advancing quantum science and technology. Read More
QUANTUM POTENTIAL
SPECIAL EPISODE: Connecting our lives to AI and robotics with Matthew Johnson-Roberson
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In a special episode of the Quantum Potential podcast, Provost C. Cybele Raver talks with Matthew Johnson-Roberson, the inaugural dean of the College of Connected Computing, as he shares his expertise about the impact of rapidly evolving AI and robotics for the average person and for those interested in AI-focused career fields. Read More
BENEFITS
Vanderbilt announces increased retirement match for 2026 
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Effective Jan 1, 2026, Vanderbilt will increase its voluntary matching contributions from 3 percent to 3.5 percent. This increase, coupled with the mandatory contribution match of 3 percent, moves the total match of retirement contributions from 6 percent to 6.5 percent. Vanderbilt is committed to helping its employees prepare for the future, and this increase in the retirement match demonstrates that unwavering commitment. Read More
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Vanderbilt's football season can't stop, won't stop: Diego Pavia was named a finalist for the 2025 Heisman Trophy and SEC offensive player of the year; Eli Stowers earned the William V. Campbell Trophy; and Coach Clark Lea was awarded SEC coach of the year. Anchor down! ⚓️
This Week at VU
 
Dec. 13, 2025
5:30 p.m. • Memorial Gymnasium
Men’s Basketball vs. Central Arkansas: Holiday Hoops
Dec. 16, 2025
6 a.m.-6 p.m. • Carmichael College
Turkey Toss 2025
Dec. 16, 2025
1-1:30 p.m. • Virtual
Finding Calm in the Chaos: Managing Anxiety During the Holidays
Upcoming Events
 
Dec. 18 | Women’s Basketball vs. UAlbany: Autism Awareness and Acceptance Game

Dec. 20 | Women’s Basketball vs. Texas Southern: Holiday Hoops
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Take Note
REGISTER: VUSN, Vanderbilt Divinity to host End-of-Life Care Conference
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VU in the News
 
Nashville Post: Vanderbilt sees endowment rise nearly 10 percent
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier is quoted. 
 
The New York Times: What menopause does to the body
Research from Melissa Kaufman, Patricia and Rodes Hart Professor and professor of urology, is cited.
 
Health: Are flu shots 'live virus' vaccines?
William Schaffner, professor of health policy, is quoted. 

Forbes: Don’t call it a setback: What to know about college deferrals
Doug Christiansen, vice provost for university enrollment affairs and dean of admissions and financial aid, is quoted. 
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