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Erika Larson Presenting at CIES Conference
Nov. 30, 2015—Erika Larson’s presentation proposal at the 60th Annual Conference of the Comparative and International Education Society (CIES) has been accepted. The conference is titled “Global service-learning: responsibility to adhere to ethics while achieving learning outcomes” and Erika’s presentation will be on current best practices in global service-learning while exposing the negative implications that global service-learning...
OACS Spotlight Series
Nov. 30, 2015—OACS hosted their first Spotlight Series Wednesday, November 18th and it was a great success! Code Ignite was the first student group to be featured in this series and they gave a very informative presentation. Code Ignite is a new tech service student organization seeking to better the Nashville community through a variety of technology-based...
OACS Global Service Programs and VIEW
Nov. 30, 2015—Applications are complete for the Volunteer Internship Experience in Washington, D.C. (VIEW) and the OACS Global Service Programs to Ecuador, London, Morocco, and South Africa. Interviews will conclude this week, with the goal of announcing our cohorts by the end of December. Thanks to all our DOS partners who helped publicize these programs and interview...
Take the DOS News Survey to Provide Feedback on DOS News
Nov. 13, 2015—We want to hear from you! Please take 5 minutes to complete our quick survey on DOS News, which you can find at this link: http://studentvoice.com/vu/dosnews
New Policies Governing Co-Sponsorships and Solicitations for Programmatic Funding
Nov. 13, 2015—Please see the new policies governing co-sponsorships and solicitations for programmatic funding below. These policies are effective immediately. For more information or clarification, please contact your associate dean, assistant dean, senior director or financial officer. Co-sponsorships between DOS departments Collaboration will always be encouraged between all DOS departments, but we will no longer transfer funding...
Save the Date: DOS Staff Chili Cook-Off!
Nov. 13, 2015—Save the date for the annual DOS Staff Chili Cook-Off! It will take place on Friday, December 18. More details regarding time and location to follow. Competition categories include chili, soup, and baked goods/desserts. Side dishes welcome.
Student Centers welcomes Brittany Olsen, our new Program Coordinator!
Nov. 13, 2015—Brittany was born in Southern California and raised in Nashville, TN. She graduated from University of Tennessee in 2013 with a degree in Communication Studies with a focus in Hospitality, Tourism and Management. Brittany began a career in the event industry when she interned at Randi Events during her Junior year of college and shortly thereafter went...
Office of Conferences Hosts Next Steps Intern Nick Villarreal
Nov. 13, 2015—The Office of Conferences has been very fortunate to be working with Nick Villarreal, our Vanderbilt Kennedy Center’s (VKC) Next Steps Intern this semester. The VKC’s Next Steps program is a 2-year certification program for students with intellectual disabilities, providing individualized Programs of Study in the areas of education, social skills, and vocational training. The...
Free EAB Webinars and Resources
Nov. 13, 2015—As a Vanderbilt staff member you are eligible to attend any of the free webinars offered by EAB. If you do not have a user name, you only need your Vanderbilt email to create one! Click the link to see all upcoming webinars and resources. Contact Laura Walaszek Dermody with any questions. Upcoming Student Affairs...
Office of Wellness Programs & Alcohol Education hosts Great American Smokeout
Nov. 13, 2015—On Thursday, November 19th, the Office of Wellness Programs & Alcohol Education will host our annual Great American Smokeout Day. Our office encourages tobacco and marijuana users to plan in advance and quit using the day of the Smokeout or to make a plan to quit on a future date. In observance of Great American...
OACS Recruiting Site Leader, Ecuador Project 2016
Nov. 13, 2015—OACS is recruiting one site leader to lead the Ecuador Project 2016. The program will cover all costs, including flight and living expenses. This position is open to staff members or graduate students. Graduate students serving in this role will receive a small stipend. Site Leaders will have the opportunity to serve as a program...
Don’t Forget to Save the Date for the Annual Sarratt Holiday Arts Festival 2015
Nov. 13, 2015—Come find wonderful handmade items from Nashville area’s finest craft based artists and artisan vendors. This annual show features jewelry, pottery, book arts, glass, ornaments, delicious gifts, special guests artisans and more. This is the place to find unique gifts for everyone on your list (and maybe a little something special for yourself). The Annual...
International Education Week (IEW) Monday, November 16th – Friday, November 20th
Nov. 13, 2015—International Education Week (IEW) Monday, November 16th – Friday, November 20th International Education Week is an annual initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, http://iew.state.gov/, to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences in the U.S....
Courage Unmasked TN 2015 Exhibition continues through November 20, 2015
Nov. 13, 2015—Don’t miss your chance to see the profound creations of 6 local artists whose experiences with head and neck cancer begat works of art. Their radiation masks have been repurposed to express hope, spirituality, and strength. This year’s masks were created by DOS’s very own Sara Bickell and Cindy Young, Teresa Gray from VU Library...
A Review of Recent OACS Events
Nov. 13, 2015—OACS Global Service Reflection Dinner OACS hosted the second annual Global Service Reflection Dinner on November 5th, inviting students, staff, faculty, and partners to gather and reflect on the transformative power of international service-learning. Dean Vanessa Beasley delivered an inspired opening address, emphasizing the vital role service plays in the co-curricular development of Vanderbilt students...
Special Thanks from ISSS
Nov. 13, 2015—ISSS would like to thank multiple DOS staff members and graduate assistants for presenting at World on Wednesdays (WOW). We’ve had some really great presentations and we are excited to continue our semester with more. Special thank you to the following presenters from within DOS: Mark Forrester & Alyson Farzad Clive Mentzel Sirajah Raheem Kehsi...
A Letter of Gratitude from Wil De Los Santos
Nov. 13, 2015—Dear DOS Family, In the midst of all of the work that we do for our students it is very easy to lose sight of the joys that we get to experience and I wanted to share a small joy with all of you. As many of you may have known, my Wife, Shelly Bryson-De...
PREVAIL Women’s Leadership Conference a Success
Nov. 13, 2015—PREVAIL is Vanderbilt’s first leadership conference exclusively for students who identify as women. PREVAIL was created for the Vanderbilt student who identifies as a woman who is looking to learn, grow, develop, and be a part of positive personal and community change through a transformational and fun leadership development experience. PREVAIL gave Vanderbilt women a...
Congratulations to October’s STARS Recipients!
Oct. 30, 2015—Karen Burnett Morgan Coslow Josh Culley Nadine De La Rosa Linda Marks Traci Ray RC Stabile Randy Tarkington
Safe Zone Program Training TODAY
Oct. 30, 2015—TODAY is your final chance of the semester to catch a Safe Zone Training hosted by the Office of LGBTQI Life. The Safe Zone program aims to create a visible network of support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI) individuals and their allies by providing an educational avenue through which any member of...