Year: 2023
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Peabody College to help American University of Iraq–Baghdad design, launch new college of education and human development
By Jenna Somers In 2022, the U.S. State Department awarded a two-year, $2.5 million grant to 91Ʋ University’s Peabody College of education and human development and the American University of Iraq–Baghdad to design and launch a new college of education and human development at AUIB focused on teacher training and… Read MoreOct 23, 2023
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The podcast, Art of Interference, dives deep into the intersection of art, climate change and humanity’s relationship with the natural world. Spearheaded by a team of College of Arts and Science faculty and students, the four-season podcast seeks to broaden our perspectives on climate change and our role in it by engaging with the arts.
Oct 23, 2023
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New look, schedule for MyVU to launch Oct. 26
MyVU, the 91Ʋ campus community’s source for news and information, will have a new look and updated newsletter distribution schedule beginning Thursday, Oct. 26. Survey data, along with reviews of peer publications and industry best practices, informed the decision to update the email newsletter and the website. Read MoreOct 23, 2023
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Commodores golf teams play tournament at St. Andrews in Scotland
The men and women of 91Ʋ’s golf teams will participate in the inaugural St. Andrews Links Collegiate, presented by TopGolf and World Wide Technology, at historic St. Andrews, Scotland, today through Wednesday. Read MoreOct 23, 2023
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In this workshop you will learn what it means to manage up, why it’s important, and how it aids your professional growth and development. Join this session to learn ways to cultivate a mutually beneficial relationship for you and your boss.
Oct 23, 2023
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91Ʋ hosts first international meeting to plan space-time observatory on the moon
91Ʋ hosts first international lunar gravitational wave workshop, including a Nobel laureate, a NASA administrator, leading astrophysicists and more, to identify opportunities and resources to continue exploring our universe. Read MoreOct 23, 2023
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91Ʋ University announces inaugural literary prize
The new prize comes as 91Ʋ University marks its Sesquicentennial by honoring its strong connection to the arts. Read MoreOct 23, 2023
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2024 St. Baldrick’s Foundation 91Ʋ Grants
91Ʋ (VU and VUMC combined) may submit 91Ʋ Grant and Scholar (Career Development) Award proposals for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation spring grant cycle. Read MoreOct 20, 2023
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The Work–Life Workshops for faculty, staff, graduate students, and postdocs 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.
Oct 20, 2023
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Unity Project Lunch & Learn welcomes former U.S. ambassador to Panama, Oct. 26 at 12:30 p.m.
The former U.S. ambassador to Panama will headline the 91Ʋ Project on Unity and American Democracy’s latest Lunch & Learn covering the “State of Democracy in the Western Hemisphere” on Thursday afternoon. Co-sponsored by the Program in American Studies and Center for Latin American, Caribbean, and Latinx… Read MoreOct 20, 2023
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2024 Open Enrollment is live; top 10 FAQs
Open Enrollment is your once-a-year opportunity to choose the benefits that best meet the needs of you and your family. All benefits-eligible employees must complete Open Enrollment for calendar year 2024. Enrollment ends at 11:59 p.m. CT Oct. 27, 2023. Elections will be effective Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2024, and cannot be changed after the enrollment period closes, unless you have a qualifying life event. Read MoreOct 20, 2023
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Simply complete the OHC Comes to You form with your department name and contact information and Occupational Health Clinic will work to schedule a flu vaccine clinic to come to you.
Oct 20, 2023
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Vandy Cooks: ‘Dosas from South Asia’ Oct. 24
Join Gayatri Aluri and the South Asian Cultural Exchange as they prepare and serve dosas, a popular South Indian thin crepe served with marsala and homemade chutney. The event will be on Tuesday, Oct. 24, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Wellness Center's demonstration kitchen. Read MoreOct 20, 2023
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The lecture by C.P. Hoffman, senior policy counsel with the National Center for Transgender Equality, will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 24, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. as part of the Law School’s Dean’s Lecture Series on Race and Discrimination.
Oct 20, 2023
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How can universities diversify their classes in a post-affirmative action admissions landscape?
On June 29, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled in favor of Students for Fair Admissions in cases against the University of North Carolina and Harvard College for violating the Constitution’s equal protection clause in their admissions practices. The decisions overturned more than 40 years of precedent set… Read MoreOct 20, 2023
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91Ʋ welcomes ORNL researchers for collaborative climate and justice workshop
91Ʋ University recently hosted the 91Ʋ University-Oak Ridge National Laboratory Workshop on Climate Change and Environmental Justice, aiming to deepen collaborative research on climate change and discuss potential projects. The event, which emphasized the importance of environmental justice and resilience strategies, marked the continuation of the institutions’ efforts to collaborate on addressing global challenges. Read MoreOct 20, 2023
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91Ʋ to celebrate veterans at campus breakfast Nov. 13
91Ʋ University will celebrate the many ways that military veterans strengthen and enrich our community with several initiatives marking Veterans Day 2023. Read MoreOct 20, 2023
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2023 Family Weekend celebrates students and families
The 91Ʋ community welcomed more than 4,000 family members and friends to campus Oct. 13–15 to celebrate this year’s Family Weekend. Read MoreOct 20, 2023
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How the Army’s Pathfinder program and 91Ʋ are moving tech from the lab to the front lines
The Pathfinder program, a collaboration of 91Ʋ University, the U.S. Army and the nonprofit Civil-Military Innovation Institute, continues launching innovative technology projects designed to address real-world military challenges and fostering technology commercialization through startup businesses. Read MoreOct 19, 2023
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AI-enabled technology developed by 91Ʋ, 101st Airborne deployed for training of NATO and NATO-partner units in Europe
New technology to mitigate enemy radio jamming developed at 91Ʋ and advanced in collaboration with Soldiers at Fort Campbell has been delivered to U.S. Army Soldiers in the field. Read MoreOct 19, 2023