DOS News
IICC Signature Trainings
Aug. 31, 2016—Diversity and inclusion trainings open to all faculty, staff, and students. The three-training series will be offered in fall 2016 and again in spring 2017. We encourage everyone to take these trainings in the following order as each builds off of each other. Awareness: Developing Cultural Competence (Sept. 20/22) Action: Developing Cultural Competence (Oct. 26/27)...
Diverse ‘Dores Day 2016 & Volunteer Opportunity
Aug. 31, 2016—We’re hosting Diverse ‘Dores Day 2016 on Wednesday, Sept. 7 from 3- 6 p.m. It’s an opportunity for folks to visit 8 identity spaces on campus, meet the staff, get free food, and learn more about the services/programs each space has to offer marginalized folks and their allies. Folks who fill their map with stamps...
DOS Assessment Professional Development Opportunities – Save the Date
Aug. 31, 2016—The Office of Assessment and Special Projects is offering two upcoming professional development opportunities. If you are new to DOS this is highly encouraged, but anyone who is interested in a refresher is welcome to attend! Assessment 101 – Wednesday, September 21 from 2-3pm in Sarratt 325/327 This session will focus on higher education assessment, how...
ASCEND Moves to Student Leadership Development
Aug. 31, 2016— ASCEND has moved to Student Leadership Development and we are looking forward to working alongside a new group of 15 student leaders across Vanderbilt’s campus to research and discuss relevant themes in effort to create social change within Vanderbilt’s campus culture. Congrats Mary Casey, Samantha Long, Kathryn Speckels, Elizabeth Winter, Olivia Solow-Niederman, Alison...
Student Leader of the Month Returns
Aug. 31, 2016—Student Leadership Development will be reaching out to a new set of campus partners over the next several months to solicit nominations for incredible students who are adding value to the fabric of our community at Vanderbilt. The 2016-2017 SLOTM campus partners include: Transition Programs, The Commons, Office of Housing and Residential Education, Inclusion Initiatives...
Eileen Remley Presents at Fairgrounds
Aug. 12, 2016—WTVF, Channel 5, reported on newly announced plans to renovate the Nashville Fairgrounds. Vanderbilt graduate student Eileen Remley, who spent the summer researching ways to better utilize the Fairgrounds and improve its business model, was interviewed. Watch it here!
Fall Weekend of Service
Aug. 12, 2016—The Fall Weekend of Service provides an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to engage with the Nashville community through service projects with local nonprofits and community partners. Service projects throughout Nashville will take place on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 9th-11th and together will make a meaningful impact with our local community. Register a project here: https://anchorlink.vanderbilt.edu/form/start/78810
OACS Service Organization Fair
Aug. 12, 2016—OACS is pleased to announce that registration is open for the 2016 Student Service Organization Fair. Each year, representatives from more than 60 service-based student organizations come together to share about their partnerships with the local community, recruit new members, and promote participation in the Fall Weekend of Service (Sept. 9-11). This year’s fair will...
Constitution Day 2016
Aug. 12, 2016—Constitution Day is just around the corner on September 16th. OACS is currently coordinating a panel discussion event and are actively seeking partnerships from other offices. If you are having an event near or on September 16th that relates to the Constitution, Human Rights or something similar please contact Meagan Smith at Meagan.smith@vanderbilt.edu no later than August 19th....
OACS Service Leaders Conference
Aug. 12, 2016—With the 2016 Service Leaders Conference approaching on August 22nd, OACS is excited for the opportunity to reflect and prepare together with service leaders a renewed focus on ethical community engagement. The Service Leaders Conference will provide officers in the 75 service organizations advised by OACS with the tools and resources that they need to lead...
VIEW (Vanderbilt Internship Experience in Washington)
Aug. 12, 2016—The Vanderbilt Internship Experience in Washington, D.C. (VIEW) program commemorated a successful 11th year with a closing celebration with alumni mentors on Thursday, July 28. Cohort member Allee Smith was nominated by her peers to share a reflection about the VIEW experience, and to share thanks on behalf of the cohort to the wonderful group of...
Attend NASPA 2017
Aug. 12, 2016—Planning on attending NASPA 2017 March 11-15th in San Antonio, TX? Don’t forget to register here!
Attend ACPA 2017
Aug. 12, 2016—Attend ACPA 2017 in Columbus, Ohio March 26-29th! Register here!
Thank You to spark*session Participants
Aug. 12, 2016—Student Leadership Development would like to extend a huge thank you to the 40 staff members from 16 different areas who attended spark*sessions during Summer ’16. We featured five excellent texts that we hope sparked some new thoughts that will help you reframe elements of your personal and professional life. If you missed a session and would...
Poster Sale
Aug. 11, 2016—Start off the new school year with the Annual Poster Sale!!! Opening daily form 10 am – 6 pm this giant poster sale is open Sunday August 21 through Saturday august 27 in the Sarratt Gallery, which is located on the main floor of Sarratt Student Center. This is a hugely popular event and we...
ISSS Welcomes New International Students
Aug. 11, 2016—ISSS welcomes new international students to campus on August 17th! Along with free shuttle pick-up from the airport, ISSS will host various Success Series Seminars throughout the fall semester for students within their iLEAD groups. Fall Orientation will take place on August 19th, from 10am to 12pm in the SLC Ballrooms. For Orientation inquiries, please...
The Office of Student Accountability Welcomes New Compliance Coordinator
Aug. 11, 2016—Diana Morris has joined the Office of Student Accountability, Community Standards, and Academic Integrity as the Compliance Coordinator. Diana will work with students and staff across Vanderbilt to track, manage, and ensure student and student organization compliance with mandatory programs, policies, and/or sanctions. Diana will also investigate and hear cases involving alleged violations of University...
A New Campus Resource
Aug. 11, 2016—The Center for Student Wellbeing is a new campus resource dedicated to helping students cultivate lifelong wellbeing practices. The staff, which includes Student Wellbeing Coordinators and an Academic Skills Coach, is available for individual coaching appointments to help students develop and maintain skills that will contribute to personal and academic success. Students are also able...
Move In at West House
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Talk About it Thursdays
May. 27, 2016—Time: Each session takes place between 12:00pm-1:30pm on Thursdays Beginning the Conversation (February 4, 2016 at Sarratt 216/220):This session will focus on the importance of setting dialogue norms and expectations. Participants will also explore the barriers that prevent one from being able to engage in the conversation of diversity, inclusion, and equity and gain practical...