DOS News
Webinar Lunch & Learn on the Neurobiology of Sexual Assault
Feb. 29, 2016—Project Safe invites all DOS staff to join us for a webinar on Wednesday, March 16, from 11:30-1:00 PM in Sarratt 325/327. Dr. Rebecca Campbell discusses the neurobiology of sexual assault and the effect trauma has on victim behavior. Examining work from how rape crisis centers and legal, medical, and mental health systems respond to...
February STARS Recipients
Feb. 29, 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! Nineteen individuals were recognized this month for their outstanding contributions: Alex Hollifield: “your work on the Imperfection Project!” Anna Flagg: “your work with Dance Marathon. What a remarkable success! Congratulations!”...
Wil De Los Santos moves to Office of Student Organizations
Feb. 16, 2016—As many of you know, Whitney Ezell left Vanderbilt for another opportunity. After thoughtful reflection, we are excited to announce that Wil De Los Santos will be moving from the Office of Student Leadership Development to the Office of Student Organizations to replace Whitney, effective immediately. Wil’s skillset as an excellent advisor and mentor to...
OACS Spotlight Series: Vanderbilt United Muslim Relief
Feb. 15, 2016—
OACS Update
Feb. 15, 2016—Redefine The Redefine student cohort met for their second seminar last Tuesday, February 9th. OACS and ISSS staff are excited to lead these 13 students through the immersive service-learning curriculum in partnership with the Nashville Food Project as we engage with issues of social justice, community service, and cross-cultural relationship building. Read more on the...
#OscarsSoWhite
Feb. 15, 2016—The Social Justice Committee of the Vanderbilt Chapter of the NAACP and Warren and Moore Hot Topics present… #OscarsSoWhite: Black Representation in the Media An event focused on the history of Blacks and minorities in major media, their presence today, and why this presence is so important. Please join us in the Kissam Multi Purpose...
Work-Life Workshops
Feb. 15, 2016—The Work–Life Workshops for faculty, staff, and graduate students is a lecture-based lunch program that covers a blend of self-care and professional development topics such as navigating organizational politics, mindfulness and stress management, salary negotiation strategies, and more. We are focused on stress management this week with Rachel Eskridge, Director of Wellness Programs and Alcohol...
Katherine Drotos Cuthbert named to NASPA board
Feb. 15, 2016—Katherine Drotos Cuthbert has been named the NASPA Region III Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Knowledge Community (KC) Chair for the term, 2016-2018. The Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Knowledge Community provides an institutionalized and ongoing structure within NASPA to discuss issues around alcohol and other drugs on our campuses. Through the sharing of ideas/programs/results, the support...
Judges Needed for Greek Awards
Feb. 15, 2016—The Office of Greek Life really needs your help! We need judges for the 2016 Chancellor Heard Greek Awards and Contribution Day. This year, the judging will occur on March 24th from 5-9pm, and the award ceremony will be on April 11. If you would like to contribute to the application review and interviews, please...
New University HR Employee Service Center Number
Feb. 15, 2016—The HR Employee Service Center has a new number, just for university employees! Beginning Feb. 8, university employees should contact the HR ESC at 615-343-HRVU or 3-4788. The old HR ESC phone number (615-343-7000) will now be dedicated to Medical Center employees. Phone Number On Campus VU HR Employee Service Center 615-343-HRVU 3-4788 VUMC HR Employee...
Free VITA Tax Preparation Program
Feb. 15, 2016—The United Way will offer a free VITA tax preparation program to Vanderbilt employees whose households earned $62,000 or less in 2015. Vanderbilt has two VITA locations, HR Express at 2525 West End Avenue 2nd Floor and VUMC Light Hall Room 415 C & D. The HR Express site is open from 3 to 6...
Saying Thanks and Recognizing Staff
Feb. 15, 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! This initiative was put together by your fellow DOS staff members a couple years ago to give staff an outlet to say thank you and/or you did a great job!...
Congratulations to January’s STARS Recipients!
Jan. 28, 2016—Congratulations to January’s STARS Recipients: Jim Hagaman F. Clark Williams Kerrie Turney Don’t forget to recognize your colleagues with a STARS card. Fill out the form HERE to do so!
Save the Date: Spring All-Staff Meeting
Jan. 28, 2016—The first Dean of Students All-Staff meeting for the spring semester is scheduled for Friday, February 12, from 9am-10:30am in the Student Life Center Ballroom. A continental breakfast will be provided from 8:30-9:00am. Attendance is expected of all staff and graduate assistants, except for those who have scheduled classes that conflict. Thanks!
Inclusion Initiatives and Cultural Competence (IICC) New Program Coordinator
Jan. 28, 2016—The IICC welcomes Emily Hickey to our team. Emily transitioned from her Program Coordinator position at the Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center to the IICC on January 18th. She brings great talent and expertise to the IICC. Emily joined Vanderbilt in 2015 from The University of Toledo. She originates from Toledo, Ohio and has both a...
New Coordinator for Office of Wellness Programs and Alcohol Education
Jan. 28, 2016—Jason Steinas is extremely excited to return to Vanderbilt to work for Office of Wellness Programs and Alcohol Education as Coordinator of Wellness Programs. Jason has years of experience in higher education and non-profit administration at a variety of institutions such as Vanderbilt University and St. John’s University. His work and studies have focused on student wellness, training, staff supervision,...
“Talk About It Thursdays”
Jan. 28, 2016—The IICC “Talk About It Thursdays!” Professional Development Series is a monthly brown bag lunch professional development educational series that creates an opportunity for the Office of the Dean of Students to engage and explore strategic areas around diversity, inclusion, social justice, and cultural competence. This program will help staff leverage the impact of personal...
Rory Dicker, Director of the Women’s Center, Publishes “A History of U.S. Feminisms”
Jan. 28, 2016—Rory Dicker, PhD, Director of the Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center, recently published A History of U.S. Feminism, which is an introductory text designed to be used as supplementary material for first-year women’s studies students or as a brush-up text for more advanced students. Covering the first, second, and third waves of feminism, The History of U.S. Feminism provides...
Linda Welch, Director of the Office of Conferences, Receives the ACCED-I CCEP Certification
Jan. 28, 2016—Linda Welch, Director of the Office of Conferences, has successfully completed the ACCED-I Collegiate Conference and Events Professionals (CCEP) Certification Program and is now a certified Collegiate Conference and Events Professional. The purpose of the CCEP program is to recognize those who have reached a high level of achievement in collegiate conference and event management...
Researcher and storyteller, Dr. Brené Brown to speak at Vanderbilt
Jan. 28, 2016—To help kick off the Vanderbilt [IM]Perfection Project, we have invited researcher and storyteller Dr. Brené Brown to campus. She will give a talk called “More Brave, Less Perfect: Creating a Culture of Courage at Vanderbilt.” The talk will be at 6:00 PM on Sunday, February 14th in Ingram Hall. Tickets are available to members...