DOS News
OACS Update
Jan. 2, 2017—OACS Programming OACS extends a warm thank you to all our DOS partners for helping advertise and develop our spring semester programs. Please read the following program descriptions to learn more about OACS’ work locally, nationally, and internationally. MLK Weekend of Service https://www.vanderbilt.edu/oacs/service-programs/weekends-of-service/mlk-weekend-of-service/ The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Weekend of Service is quickly approaching....
Building Inclusive Communities: Safe Spaces
Jan. 2, 2017—IICC will be having its monthly Talk About It Thursday’s professional development session on Thursday January 19th in Sarratt 216/220 from 12-1:30pm. The session is entitled “Building Inclusive Communities: Safe Spaces” and will take a look at how the recent conversations surrounding universities declaring themselves to be “safe spaces” for groups of people that have been historically and currently...
Supporting DACAmented and Undocumented Students
Jan. 2, 2017—IICC will be having its monthly Talk About It Thursday’s professional development session on Thursday January 12th in Sarratt 216/220 from 12-1:30pm. The session is entitled “Supporting DACAmented and Undocumented Students” and will be led by Ali Soltanshahi, Director for the International Students and Scholar Services (ISSS). The purpose of this presentation is to offer an overview of some...
Congrats to the 2016 Chili Cook-Off Winners
Jan. 2, 2017—Congratulations to the following winners of the 2016 DOS Chili Cook Off! Chili: Judges Picks Mark Forrester: Chorizo-Mole Chili with Black Beans and Sweet Potatoes James Crawford – Bourbon Bonanza Chili Josh Giantisis – The Great White….Bean Chicken Chili Popular Vote Nadine DeLaRosa – “Anthony Made me do this” Vegetarian Chili Mark Forrester – Chorizo-Mole...
New Assistant Director of IICC
Jan. 2, 2017—Greg Fontus has been appointed to the newly-created position of Assistant Director of Inclusion Initiatives and Cultural Competence (IICC), effective January 1, 2017. Since 2015, Greg has held the position of Program Coordinator within IICC. Prior to that (2012-2015), he served in the position of Area Coordinator within OHARE. Greg brings a wide range of...
OACS Update
Dec. 1, 2016—Save the Date for the DOS Holiday Service Project Join us on December 20th in the fifth annual DOS Holiday Service Project! In partnership with the Vanderbilt Medical Center’s Volunteer Services Department, DOS staff annually help assemble and wrap gifts for each patient staying at the Medical Center over the holidays. In the first three years of the project,...
New Senior Accountant for Housing Finance
Dec. 1, 2016—Ashley Gray joined our team in November as the new Senior Accountant for Housing Finance. Ashley recently relocated from Rochester, NY where she worked in corporate tax and public accounting. We are excited to welcome Ashley into the OHARE family!
Peer Guide Program
Nov. 30, 2016—The Center for Student Wellbeing and the Office of Student Leadership Development are thrilled to introduce a new joint collaboration between our offices that is being piloted this academic year. The Peer Guide program will provide undergraduate students a space to seek support and guidance from fellow students in one or more of the following areas: emotional...
Martha Harris Retires
Nov. 30, 2016—Martha Harris in 310 Sarratt has announced that she will be retiring from Vanderbilt University effective December 31, 2016. Her last day in the office will be Wednesday, December 21. Staff will receive a Save the Date email regarding a planned January 2017 retirement celebration for Martha. Let’s congratulate Martha on her upcoming retirement! Martha’s...
Vanderbilt Awards for Leadership Excellence
Nov. 30, 2016—This year, Student Leadership Development and Student Organizations have transitioned what was formerly known as the Magnolia Awards into the Vanderbilt Awards for Leadership Excellence (VALE). The mission of VALE is to celebrate the work of student leaders and organizations that strengthens and fosters a diverse and transformative Vanderbilt community. These awards also recognize efforts that encourage...
LGBTQI New Program Coordinator
Nov. 30, 2016—We are excited to announce that Roberta Robison (pronouns: they/them) will join to LGBTQI life team as program coordinator beginning Dec. 1st. Roberta holds a Master of Theological Studies in Religion, Ethics and Politics from Harvard Divinity School (HDS). They also served as a graduate assistant in the Office of Student life within HDS. At...
GME/MVE Event Application is Open!
Nov. 30, 2016—Planning your spring events? Consider submitting some of those events for the My Vanderbilt Experience and Greek Member Experience curriculums. The application is currently open, and will close on Friday, 12/2. Please click here to submit your events! Additional Information on GME – http://www.vanderbilt.edu/greek_life/greek-experience/ Additional Information on MVE – https://vanderbilt.edu/experience/ Questions? – Contact Josh at Joshua.m.gianitsis@vanderbilt.edu
5th Annual Chili Cook Off
Nov. 30, 2016—12/21 SLC Ballroom. It’s time for the 5th Annual Chili Cook Off! This is our official end-of-year gathering so everyone is invited and encouraged to attend, eat great food, and vote for winners in all three categories: Chili Cook Off, Soup Cook Off, Bake Off. Please RSVP here. Remember you do NOT need to bring anything to...
Congrats to November STARS!
Nov. 30, 2016—A STARS card is about showing your fellow DOS staff that you noticed the work they do and you are taking a moment to thank them! One individual was recognized this month. Twenty-four staff members were recognized this month! Briana Perry your leadership and innovation as evidenced by recent Women’s Center programs! Annie Greaney addressing and resolving...
Save the Date: Employee Holiday Giveaway
Nov. 15, 2016—Formerly known as the “Turkey Toss,” the Holiday Gift Giveaway is a longstanding Vanderbilt holiday tradition. Senior leaders hand out turkeys, tofurkeys, or non-food gifts to employees, and are often accompanied by special guests like a dancing Christmas tree and Santa. This year’s event will happen on Friday, Dec. 9, 6 a.m. – midnight at...
OACS Updates
Nov. 14, 2016—VIEW Accepting Applications OACS is accepting student applications for VIEW 2017. The Vanderbilt Internship Experience in Washington, D.C. (VIEW) program provides students with an opportunity to meaningfully explore careers in the public service sector in the dynamic setting of the United States’ capital. This eight-week program introduces students to the career opportunities in the public service...
Advent Service in Benton Chapel
Nov. 14, 2016—An Advent service, open to all, will be held on Monday, December 5, 2016, at 4:30 p.m. in Benton Chapel. Join us in this 30 minute service of readings, songs, and prayers as we prepare our hearts for Christ’s coming among us. Several ministries will be involved, including Reformed University Fellowship, UKIRK, Vandy Wesley, Canterbury CIRCLE,...
Faith in Art presented by The Vanderbilt Interfaith Council
Nov. 14, 2016—The Vanderbilt Interfaith Council hosts its fantastic annual Faith in Arts event on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016, at 6 pm in the SLC Ballrooms. Please join us in celebrating many artistic expressions of faith traditions on our pluralistic campus, enjoy free food, and meet new friends. Facebook | AnchorLink
Interfaith Spring Break
Nov. 14, 2016—The Office of the University Chaplain and Religious Life is partnering with the International Student and Scholar Services and the Interfaith Council to plan Vanderbilt’s interfaith spring break trip. The purpose of this trip will be to explore the meaning of faith between several religions through guided visits and explorations of religious sites and personal...
Transfer Student Holiday Social
Nov. 14, 2016—The Office of Transition Programs will be having Transfer Student Holiday Social on December 1st from 5:30 to 7:30 pm in Alumni Hall. Please encourage any new transfer students you work with to join us for some pizza, drinks, and treats to celebrate their first semester as a Vanderbilt student!