Where do your courses take place?
The courses will convene on the Vanderbilt Health main campus, in the 2525 West End Avenue building. Live participation is expected, and some courses may feature small-group discussions. The sessions will not be recorded or streamed.
Meals and snacks are included with these intensive courses. We will provide a light continental breakfast before each morning class, and boxed lunches to all in-person participants. Coffee, tea, and snacks will be available throughout each day.
I will be driving to campus to attend the Summer Institute. Where can I park my car?
When you register, please indicate that you will need parking. We will assist with making arrangements for a complimentary spot.
Will the instructors make reasonable accommodations for my disability?
Please contact to discuss what is needed. All requests will be kept confidential. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive and accessible learning environment.
2525 West End is equipped with accessible parking, as well as ramps to the building from the parking garage, touch-open doorways, and an easy-to-access elevator bank.
Is there a lactation room?
Yes, in the Department of Biostatistics, on the tenth floor. Please contact the course administrator to arrange access.
Is vaccination and/or masking required?
At present, no. However, individuals may still choose to wear a mask in any area at Vanderbilt Health, and we ask all participants to respect this choice. We follow Vanderbilt Health guidance on COVID-19 prevention, which may be updated if a new variant or other factors suggest an increased risk of spread.
How do I obtain documentation of my participation?
A certificate of completion will be emailed to you after the end of the course.
Can I earn academic credit for my course(s)?
Vanderbilt’s Cancer Biology program is handling credit arrangements for its members. We do not grade or track the attendance of other participants.
I have a scheduling conflict. Would it be possible for me to participate virtually?
This is not an option, as the classes are not recorded or streamed.
Do you plan to offer these courses in the future?
After every Institute, we review what worked and what needs to be adjusted, with timing and format among our considerations. We collect feedback from participants at the end of each course, including whether the instruction met their expectations and what they would like to see on offer. These help guide the planning and design of future Summer Institutes.
I have a question that hasn’t been answered yet. Whom do I contact?
Jena Altstatt, administrator
Details subject to change without notice.